System Administrator II / IIILocation: Bluffdale, UT Category: TechnicalClearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years) Certification Requirement: DoD 8570 IAT II (Required) Education Requirement: B.S in technical discipline Experience Requirement: Level II: 5+ years with degree, 10+ years without degree. Level III: 10+ years with degree, 15+ without degree.
Compensation Range: $83,000-$158,000Position Overview TAP Engineering is seeking System Administrators at multiple experience levels (II and III) to provide Infrastructure Server and Sustainment services in support of High Performance Computing (HPC) environments. This role enhances and complements HPC sustainment capabilities across two geographically dispersed locations and supports the integration and management of the Exceptionally Controlled Information (ECI) data system. System Administrators will support enterprise server environments, Government-integrated monitoring services, and 24x7x365 sustainment operations in some cases. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, operational discipline, and the ability to support mission-critical systems in a secure, fast-paced environment.Core Responsibilities (All Levels)Provide support for the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systemsManage IT infrastructure and related operational processesPerform day-to-day system operations, monitoring, and incident responseSupport client/server, storage, and network devicesProvide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support based on experience levelEscalate issues appropriately and communicate status to Government and internal stakeholdersSupport dispatch operations for hardware issues and remain involved through resolutionOptimize system performance and resource utilizationSupport system capacity analysis and planningConfigure and manage Linux, Unix, and Windows operating systemsInstall, load, and maintain operating system softwareTroubleshoot and configure network componentsImplement system enhancements to improve reliability and performanceMaintain accurate system documentation and operational recordsFollow Government-defined ticketing, change management, and operational proceduresLevel DifferentiationSystem Administrator II (Mid-Level) Focus: Independent operations, Tier 2 ownership, and advanced troubleshootingIndependently administers Linux, Unix, and Windows systemsProvides Tier 1 and Tier 2 support, including advanced troubleshootingPerforms root cause analysis and remediationManages daily system configuration and operational healthSupports enterprise server, storage, and network environmentsExecutes system deployments, upgrades, and transitionsProvides detailed analysis and feedback for escalated incidentsServes as an escalation point for junior staffSupports integration and sustainment of ECI systemsSystem Administrator III Focus: Technical leadership, architecture, and complex problem resolutionServes as a technical lead and subject matter expertResolves highly complex system, storage, and software integration issuesSupports system design, mission architecture, and hardware planningAnalyzes system interdependencies within Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) environmentsLeads major incident response effortsPerforms long-term capacity planning and optimizationProvides detailed technical analysis and reporting for escalated issuesMentors junior administratorsActs as the final technical escalation authoritySupports integration and sustainment of ECI systemsRequired Qualifications (All Levels)Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)DoD 8570 IAT II certificationExperience administering Linux-, Unix-, or Windows-based systemsExperience supporting enterprise infrastructure environmentsStrong troubleshooting and documentation skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to support mission-critical systems in a 24/7 operational environment (as required)Ability to collaborate with Government and contractor personnelBenefits OverviewPaid Time Off: 15–25 days annually based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays (never use-or-lose)Retirement: Up to 15% employer contribution to a 401(k) through match and profit sharingMedical Coverage: Free medical insurance for employees, with optional buy-up plans for dependentsDental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancementsInsurance Coverage: Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disabilityFlexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAsTuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved courseworkAdditional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, discount programs, virtual care, prescription savings, and travel supportPerformance-Based Rewards: Merit increases, performance bonuses, and referral bonusesClearance RequirementThis position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph, based on a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI/SBI). Clearance and polygraph processing will be completed by the U.S. Government. Factors considered for U.S. Government security clearance eligibility include, but are not limited to:U.S. citizenshipFavorable criminal history reviewEducation verificationDrug and substance use reviewCredit history reviewSubject interviewAdditional Information By submitting your resume for this position, you acknowledge and agree that TAP Engineering may share your resume and related application materials with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for consideration for other available positions. TAP Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.