Network Engineer 1

Location: Bluffdale, UT Category: Technical Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years) Certification Requirement: DoD 8570 IAT II (Required) Education Requirement: A degree in a related field Experience Requirement: Minimum three (3) years of demonstratable experience in network engineering (LAN), architecture, monitoring, security, and protection or five (5) years minimum experience in lieu of degree. Compensation Range: $85,000-$117,000 Position Overview TAP Engineering is seeking a Network Engineer to support high-performance computing environments spanning multi-vendor servers, HPC clusters, and specialized processing systems. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers to install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain network infrastructure while helping ensure reliable and secure connectivity across mission-critical systems. Key Responsibilities Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network routers, switches, load balancers, firewalls, and other network security devicesSupport enterprise network infrastructure across Layer 2 and Layer 3 environmentsConfigure and troubleshoot routing, switching, TCP/IP, VPN, firewall, and access-control technologiesSupport Cisco, Juniper, F5, and other multi-vendor networking platformsWork with specialized technologies including InfiniBand and Fibre Channel SAN environmentsMonitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity and infrastructure issuesSupport network security through firewall configuration, access controls, and authentication technologiesDocument configurations, incidents, and technical activities using ticketing and collaboration toolsParticipate in an on-call rotation and respond to network incidents as requiredWork collaboratively with engineers, system administrators, and other technical teams to resolve complex infrastructure issues Required Qualifications Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)DoD 8570 IAT II certificationExperience with Cisco IOS, CatOS, and/or NX-OSStrong understanding of TCP/IP, Layer 2/Layer 3 protocols, routing, and switchingExperience with Cisco routers and switches, firewalls, and network security technologiesKnowledge of stateful firewalls, access control, and VPN technologiesExperience with F5 and/or Cisco load balancersFamiliarity with Juniper, InfiniBand, Fibre Channel SAN, and virtualization technologies such as VMwareFamiliarity with network management and ticketing toolsAbility to work effectively in a live-call and operational support environmentAbility to participate in on-call support Benefits Overview TAP Engineering offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including: Paid 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 bonuses Clearance Requirement This 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 interview Additional 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.