Space Dynamics Laboratory · 2 days ago
AWS Cloud Architect/Engineer
North Logan, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$116K/yr - $160K/yr
8+ years expSpace Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an AWS Cloud Architect/Engineer to design and support implementation of secure systems and associated applications. The selected candidate will follow SDL’s rigorous Information Systems Engineering procedure to produce information systems designs and ensure they meet customer-specific requirements.
Non Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Follows all applicable SDL engineering processes
Responsible for designing complex, highly available information systems and supporting their implementation
Provides clear, detailed guidance on selecting and implementing the most efficient solutions to meet business needs
Gathers and synthesizes system requirements from internal and external customers defining operational requirements including integration with other systems or components
Works with cross-functional teams to implement requirements into complete, workable system solutions that account for technical, schedule, and cost constraints; also evaluates and recommends viable alternatives
Acts as a Multi-Disciplined Engineer serving as a subject matter expert primarily in cloud systems, with working proficiency across compute, storage, directory services, hypervisors, and networking
Demonstrates a strong understanding of network architecture and connectivity concepts relevant to cloud-based systems
Assists in enhancing current engineering processes
Serves as a peer reviewer for complex information systems designs
Responsible for engineering documentation of assigned systems and solutions
Evaluates vendor capabilities to provide required products or services
Conducts research on emerging products, services, protocols, and standards
Provides technical expertise on projects and proposal efforts
Provides expertise in defining and implementing best practices to meet or exceed mission needs
Qualification
Required
Must have a bachelor's degree in related engineering science and 10+ years of relevant experience, or a master's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, or a PhD and 4+ years of relevant experience
Experience architecting and engineering information systems – the candidate will be asked to present and describe these experiences
Must possess a working knowledge of networking, systems, cyber, and/or cloud technologies
Proven experience architecting and engineering AWS-based information systems in regulated or mission environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to perform engineering trade-offs between customer requirements, schedule deadlines, program funding, and engineering best practices
Ability to work effectively in a team environment on collaborative efforts involving both internal and external team members
Experience managing or contributing to project budgets and schedules
Must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance
Must be a US citizen
Must be able to travel as needed
Valid CompTIA Security+ certification (or equivalent) is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire
Preferred
Strong experience with network architecture in cloud or hybrid environments (certifications are a plus)
Experience designing, integrating, or supporting Kubernetes-based platforms (e.g., EKS) as part of larger cloud or hybrid information systems
Experience using diagramming tools and MBSE methodologies
TS/SCI with a polygraph (please disclose any clearance when applying as all are beneficial)
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
Demonstrated ability to solve large and complex issues
Relevant certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, CCSP, CISSP, etc.)
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Space Dynamics Laboratory
Space Dynamics Laboratory is served as a nonprofit unit of the utah state university research foundation.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Darin Partridge
C4ISR Systems Division Director
Jed Hancock
President
Recent News
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