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Network Engineer 1

TAP Engineering
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Bluffdale, UT, USA
Sep 20, 2026
Network Engineer 1
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: A degree in a related field
Experience Requirement: Minimum three (3) years of demonstratable experience in network engineering (LAN), architecture, monitoring, security, and protection or five (5) years minimum experience in lieu of degree.
Compensation Range: $85,000-$117,000
Position Overview

TAP Engineering is seeking a Network Engineer to support high-performance computing environments spanning multi-vendor servers, HPC clusters, and specialized processing systems. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers to install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain network infrastructure while helping ensure reliable and secure connectivity across mission-critical systems.
Key Responsibilities
  • Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network routers, switches, load balancers, firewalls, and other network security devices
  • Support enterprise network infrastructure across Layer 2 and Layer 3 environments
  • Configure and troubleshoot routing, switching, TCP/IP, VPN, firewall, and access-control technologies
  • Support Cisco, Juniper, F5, and other multi-vendor networking platforms
  • Work with specialized technologies including InfiniBand and Fibre Channel SAN environments
  • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity and infrastructure issues
  • Support network security through firewall configuration, access controls, and authentication technologies
  • Document configurations, incidents, and technical activities using ticketing and collaboration tools
  • Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to network incidents as required
  • Work collaboratively with engineers, system administrators, and other technical teams to resolve complex infrastructure issues

Required Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (most recent poly within the last 7 years)
  • DoD 8570 IAT II certification
  • Experience with Cisco IOS, CatOS, and/or NX-OS
  • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, Layer 2/Layer 3 protocols, routing, and switching
  • Experience with Cisco routers and switches, firewalls, and network security technologies
  • Knowledge of stateful firewalls, access control, and VPN technologies
  • Experience with F5 and/or Cisco load balancers
  • Familiarity with Juniper, InfiniBand, Fibre Channel SAN, and virtualization technologies such as VMware
  • Familiarity with network management and ticketing tools
  • Ability to work effectively in a live-call and operational support environment
  • Ability to participate in on-call support

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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