System Administrator Level II and III

About the role

TAP Engineering is seeking System Administrators at the I and II levels to provide Infrastructure Server and Desktop Sustainment services in support of High Performance Computing (HPC) environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems
• Support installation, deployment, integration, configuration, tuning, and operational support of workstation hardware and peripherals
• Perform day-to-day system operations, monitoring, and incident response
• Manage daily configuration and operational health of desktop systems
• Aid users with accessing and using IT systems
• Escalate issues appropriately and communicate status to Government and internal stakeholders
• Optimize system performance and resource utilization
• Maintain accurate system documentation and operational records
• Follow Government-defined ticketing, change management, and operational procedures

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)
• DoD 8570 IAT II certification
• Experience supporting desktop or workstation environments
• Experience supporting Linux-based or Unix-based systems
• Familiarity with enterprise IT infrastructure
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a 24/7 operational environment (as required)
• Ability to collaborate with Government and contractor personnel

Benefits

• 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 sharing
• Medical Coverage: Free medical insurance for employees, with optional buy-up plans for dependents
• Dental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancements
• Insurance Coverage: Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAs
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework