Systems Administrator II - HPC Support

TAP Engineering LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 83,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 15-25 days

401(k) match

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

FSAs

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentives

Travel support

Bonuses

Job summary

TAP Engineering LLC in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, seeks a System Administrator II to support HPC environments across multi-vendor servers, storage and ethernet networks. The role emphasizes Linux/Unix administration, storage support, and proactive troubleshooting in a complex technical setting.

Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI with polygraph, with DoD 8570 IAT II certification, and a technical degree or substantial experience.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph (most recent poly within 7 years).
• DoD 8570 IAT II certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or 10+ years in lieu of degree.
• Strong experience with Linux/Unix system administration.
• Hands-on storage experience and OS/file system/configuration tasks.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking and HPC architectures.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux/Unix operating systems.
• Support enterprise storage systems: configuration, maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting.
• Manage file systems, configurations, software installations, and OS upgrades.
• Monitor, troubleshoot servers, storage, and network components.
• Diagnose Tier 1–2 issues and escalate complex problems.
• Support HPC networking technologies (InfiniBand, Slingshot).
• Develop Bash scripts to automate tasks and processes.
• Compile, install, and maintain software in Linux environments.
• Optimize performance and storage capacity; assist capacity planning.
• Maintain clear technical documentation and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Linux administration

Bash scripting

TCP/IP networking

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Tools

Slurm

Salt

Ansible

Git

Jira

Confluence

Grafana

Prometheus

Nagios

InfiniBand

Slingshot

Job description

Position Overview

TAP Engineering is seeking a System Administrator II in Annapolis Junction, Maryland to support the operation, performance, and reliability of high-performance computing (HPC) environments spanning multi-vendor servers, clusters, storage, and network infrastructure. This role combines Linux/Unix administration with hands-on storage support and troubleshooting across a complex technical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux and Unix operating systems
• Support enterprise storage systems, including configuration, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting
• Manage file systems, system configurations, software installations, and operating system upgrades
• Monitor and troubleshoot servers, storage, network components, and related IT infrastructure
• Diagnose and resolve Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical issues and elevate complex problems as needed
• Support TCP/IP networking and high-speed HPC technologies such as InfiniBand and Slingshot
• Develop and maintain Bash scripts to automate system administration and operational tasks
• Compile, install, and maintain software and applications within Linux environments
• Optimize system performance, resource utilization, and storage capacity
• Assist with capacity planning and infrastructure growth
• Maintain clear technical documentation and communicate system status and issues to stakeholders
• Collaborate with engineers and technical teams to improve system reliability and operational efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with appropriate polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)
• DoD 8570 IAT II certification
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or related field and 5+ years of experience, or 10+ years of relevant experience without a degree
• Strong experience with Linux and/or Unix system administration
• Experience with OS installation, file system configuration, software installation, and application troubleshooting
• Hands-on technical storage experience
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking
• Experience with Bash scripting, software compilation, and installation
• Understanding of HPC architectures and environments
• Familiarity with high-speed networking technologies such as InfiniBand and Slingshot
• Familiarity with tools such as Slurm, Salt, Ansible, Git, Jira, Confluence, Grafana, Prometheus, and Nagios
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose unique issues across complex systems
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $83,000-$113,000, based on relevant experience, qualifications, and other applicable factors. The compensation range provided is a general guideline and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

Clearance Requirement

This position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance with appropriate polygraph. Clearance processing and maintenance will be conducted in accordance with U.S. Government requirements.

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

Additional Information

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.