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System Administrator 2 - Storage Support with Security Clearance

TAP EngineeringBluffdale, UT🇺🇸United StatesPosted 10 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid System Administrator role offers a competitive salary and the chance to advance your career by supporting complex, multi-vendor storage and computing environments, perfect for a technically adept individual with strong problem-solving skills and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance. You'll gain invaluable experience across diverse technologies, contributing to critical infrastructure while enjoying flexibility and professional growth. Apply today to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact!

Quick Overview

Salary
$83k - $99k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Bluffdale, UT, United States
Posted
20 hours ago
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Job Description

System Administrator 2 - Storage Support
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: 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-$99,000
Position Overview TAP Engineering is seeking a System Administrator to provide end-to-end support for complex, distributed computing and storage environments.

This role supports a multi-vendor, high-performance infrastructure spanning multiple sites and includes enterprise storage systems, Fibre Channel fabrics, networks, and Linux, Unix, and Windows operating systems. The System Administrator will be responsible for maintaining system availability, reliability, security, and performance while troubleshooting issues across hardware, operating systems, storage, networks, and client/server environments.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working across multiple technologies, solving complex technical problems, and identifying opportunities to improve system performance and reliability. Technical Environment

  • Multi-vendor high-performance storage platforms
  • Mass storage subsystems
  • Fiber Channel interconnection fabrics
  • Heterogeneous storage environments
  • Linux, Unix, and Windows operating systems
  • Client/server, storage, and network devices
  • Enterprise and HPC computing environments
  • Storage management and monitoring tools

Key Responsibilities

  • 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
  • Experience administering Linux-, Unix-, or Windows-based systems
  • Experience supporting enterprise or HPC storage environments
  • Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to support mission-critical systems in a 24/7 operational environment (as required)
  • Ability to collaborate with Government and contractor personnel
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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