Systems Administrator 2 - Infrastructure and Sustainment Support

$83k - $128k

Full-time

TAP Engineering

System Administrator 2
Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland
Category: Technical
Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Certification Requirement: DoD 8570 IAT II
Education Requirement: B.S. in technical discipline
Experience Requirement: A degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience or 10+ years of experience without a degree
Compensation Range: $83,000-$128,000
Position Overview
TAP Engineering is seeking a Linux System Administrator to support the operation, performance, and reliability of high-performance computing (HPC) environments spanning multi-vendor servers, clusters, and specialized processing systems. You’ll manage Linux and Unix systems, troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, and help optimize systems for demanding mission requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux and Unix operating systems
Manage file systems, system configurations, software installations, and system upgrades
Monitor system health, performance, and resource utilization across HPC environments
Troubleshoot operating system, application, networking, storage, and infrastructure issues
Support TCP/IP networking and high-speed HPC network technologies
Develop and maintain Bash scripts to automate system administration and operational tasks
Compile, install, and maintain software and applications within Linux environments
Support day-to-day operations and incident resolution across servers, storage, network devices, and related infrastructure
Optimize system performance and resource utilization and assist with capacity planning
Support users and technical teams with system access, configuration, and troubleshooting
Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting activities
Escalate complex issues and communicate system status to technical teams and stakeholders
Provide support for the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems
Support day-to-day operations, monitoring, and incident response for storage environments
Manage and sustain enterprise and HPC storage systems
Support client/server, storage, and network devices
Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support based on experience level
Escalate issues appropriately and communicate status to Government and internal stakeholders
Support dispatch operations for hardware-related issues and remain engaged through resolution
Optimize system performance and resource utilization
Perform system capacity analysis and planning
Provide detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Document system configurations, procedures, and sustainment activities
Follow Government-defined ticketing, change management, and operational procedures
Maintain accurate system documentation and records
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)
DoD 8570 IAT II certification
Strong experience administering Linux and/or Unix operating systems
Experience with OS installation, file system configuration, software installation, and application troubleshooting
Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking
Bash scripting experience
Experience with software compilation and installation
Understanding of HPC architectures and environments
Familiarity with high-speed networking technologies such as InfiniBand and Slingshot
Experience or familiarity with tools such as Slurm, Salt, Ansible, Git, Jira, Confluence, Grafana, Prometheus, and Nagios
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose unique and complex system issues
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, mission-focused environment
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 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
Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, discount programs, virtual care, prescription savings, and travel support
Performance-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. citizenship
Favorable criminal history review
Education verification
Drug and substance use review
Credit history review
Subject 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.

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