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# System Administrator II

- **Company:** TAP Engineering
- **Location:** Hanover, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $130,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Bash Shell, Distributed Systems, Monitoring of Systems, Information Technology Operations, Networking Hardware, Networking Basics, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, System Software, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, System Availability, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9052740/system-administrator-ii

## About the Role

* Active TS/SCI clearance with appropriate polygraph
 * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
 + OR equivalent relevant experience
 * 10+ years of experience supporting IT systems and infrastructure
 * Experience administering Windows and/or UNIX/Linux operating systems
 * Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and network systems
 * Experience providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 support in an enterprise environment
 * Familiarity with system monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning
 * Strong communication and documentation skills
 * Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment, * Experience supporting enterprise-scale infrastructure environments
 * Familiarity with virtualization technologies and distributed systems
 * Experience with system automation or scripting (e.g., Bash, PowerShell)
 * Knowledge of networking fundamentals and troubleshooting techniques
 * Experience working in secure or mission-critical environments

## Description

TAP Engineering is seeking a System Administrator II in Hanover, MD to support the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise IT systems in a mission-focused environment. This is a full-time position on a standard day shift, Monday through Friday. This role involves managing infrastructure across servers, storage, networking, and end-user systems while ensuring high system availability and performance. The System Administrator will provide both Tier 1 and Tier 2 support, troubleshoot complex system issues, and work closely with internal teams to maintain reliable and secure IT operations. This position requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, operational environment., * Provide implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance support for IT systems

 * Manage day-to-day system operations, including monitoring, performance tuning, and issue resolution
 * Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (escalation) support for system and hardware issues
 * Diagnose and resolve issues across client, server, storage, and network devices
 * Assist users with accessing and utilizing IT systems
 * Configure and manage UNIX/Linux and Windows operating systems
 * Install, configure, and maintain operating system software and system components
 * Monitor system performance and optimize resource utilization
 * Perform system capacity analysis and planning
 * Support escalation processes and communicate system status to stakeholders
 * Troubleshoot hardware issues and coordinate resolution efforts
 * Provide detailed analysis and feedback on escalated issues


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