Technical​/Functional Server Expert Security Clearance

Position: Technical/Functional Server Expert with Security Clearance
Technical/Functional Expert (Server) Job  Position:
Technical/Functional Expert - Server

Location:

Fort Meade, MD
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:
Related technical degree preferred
Experience Requirement: 10+ years with degree or 15+ years without degree
Compensation Range: ,000K

Position Overview TAP Engineering is seeking a Technical/Functional Expert - Server to provide senior-level Infrastructure Server and Sustainment support in High Performance Computing (HPC) and enterprise environments. This role supports mission-critical systems across multiple geographically dispersed locations and includes the integration and sustainment of the Exceptionally Controlled Information (ECI) data system. This position serves as a technical authority and subject matter expert, responsible for advanced troubleshooting, system architecture, technology integration, and long-term sustainment planning.

The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise, strong design capabilities, and experience supporting complex, highly available environments.

Key Responsibilities
* Provide Tier 0-4 support to server teams across all operational sites
* Serve as a senior technical escalation point for complex server and infrastructure issues
* Provide system design and architecture support
* Install, configure, tune, and support enterprise and HPC server platforms
* Support direct-attached and SAN-based storage solutions
* Design and maintain client/server architectures using NFS and CIFS
* Support large memory SMP systems and high-core-count environments
* Administer multi-vendor file systems (XFS, GPFS, VXFS)
* Support blade systems and associated interconnects (FC, TCP/IP, etc.)
* Administer Red Hat, SUSE, Solaris, and Microsoft operating systems
* Support Microsoft Exchange and enterprise messaging platforms
* Support identity and access services (Active Directory, Centrify, DNS, NIS)
* Maintain and optimize enterprise monitoring and observability tools
* Support virtualization platforms and containerized environments
* Support thin client and remote access solutions (Citrix, No

Machine NX)
* Collaborate with vendors to evaluate emerging technologies
* Architect and lead integration of approved new technologies
* Support design phases including evaluation, Government approval, and integration planning
* Ensure all systems are integrated with Government monitoring services
* Document architecture, procedures, and sustainment processes
* Ensure systems meet performance, availability, and security requirements

Required Qualifications
* Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)
* DoD 8570 IAT II certification
* Extensive experience supporting enterprise and HPC server environments
* Deep expertise with Linux, Unix, Solaris, and Windows operating systems
* Experience with SAN and direct-attached storage solutions
* Strong background in system architecture and infrastructure design
* Experience supporting virtualization and container technologies
* Experience integrating new technologies into production environments
* Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and performance tuning skills
* Strong documentation and technical communication skills
* Ability to support mission-critical systems in a 24/7 operational environment
* Ability to collaborate with Government and contractor stakeholders 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…