TAP Engineering
Senior Operation IT Specialist
Software/IT - Howard County, MD - Full Time
Job ID: TAP00127
Position: Senior Operation IT Specialist
Location: US – MD, Howard County (or surrounding area)
Travel: Up to 50%
Category: Software/IT
Clearance Requirement: TS
Education Requirement: BS in Information Technology (or related technical field)
Experience Requirement: 7 Years
TAP is seeking to hire a Senior Operation IT Specialist to join our team! If you are a highly motivated individual who enjoys a challenging and dynamic environment where your contributions are both critical and valued, this company will provide you with the tools and opportunity to thrive.
The Senior Operation IT Specialist will be responsible for the stand-up and maintenance of stand-alone networks (including server, host, and network components) used for data collection, processing, and analysis. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for conducting integration and system level tests (including, but not limited to, integration testing, failure mode testing, performance testing, and burn-in testing), producing test plans and procedures and generating test result reports for customer approval and acceptance.
Required Qualifications:
Clearance Requirement: This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, based on current background investigation (SBI). Clearance processing will be completed by the U.S. Government. Factors considered for a U.S. Government Security Clearance include, but are not limited to:
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 other characteristics protected by law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
Position: Senior Operation IT Specialist
Location: US – MD, Howard County (or surrounding area)
Travel: Up to 50%
Category: Software/IT
Clearance Requirement: TS
Education Requirement: BS in Information Technology (or related technical field)
Experience Requirement: 7 Years
TAP is seeking to hire a Senior Operation IT Specialist to join our team! If you are a highly motivated individual who enjoys a challenging and dynamic environment where your contributions are both critical and valued, this company will provide you with the tools and opportunity to thrive.
The Senior Operation IT Specialist will be responsible for the stand-up and maintenance of stand-alone networks (including server, host, and network components) used for data collection, processing, and analysis. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for conducting integration and system level tests (including, but not limited to, integration testing, failure mode testing, performance testing, and burn-in testing), producing test plans and procedures and generating test result reports for customer approval and acceptance.
Required Qualifications:
- Active TS
- 7+ Years of experience in operational/field IT support. An additional 7 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
- Experience with Linux
- Experience with network setups (switches, wireless access points, etc.).
- Ability to design, develop, test and deploy complex UDP and TCP/IP networks that interface with multiple physical layer protocols.
- Knowledge of common System Administrator tactics, techniques, and procedures
- Ability to technically define non-technical requirements and formulate actionable, operational plans accordingly.
- Technical writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Active TS/SCI w/polygraph
- Python and/or Ansible experience
- Ability to read and understand electrical and low voltage/cabling schematics.
Clearance Requirement: This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, based on current background investigation (SBI). Clearance processing will be completed by the U.S. Government. Factors considered for a U.S. Government Security Clearance include, but are not limited to:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Favorable Criminal History Check
- Education Verification
- Abuse/Illegal Drug Use
- Credit Check
- Subject Interview
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 other characteristics protected by law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
