Space Dynamics Laboratory · 1 day ago
AWS Cloud Administrator
North Logan, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$78K/yr - $170K/yr
8+ years expSpace Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an AWS Cloud Administrator responsible for implementing, securing, monitoring, and maintaining cloud-based systems across major platforms. The selected candidate will ensure SDL’s cloud environments are efficient, reliable, and secure, helping deliver high-quality services to customers.
Non Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develops and maintains a deep understanding of program cloud environments
Proactively monitors AWS resources and services to ensure high availability, optimal performance, and strong security across all deployed environments
Supports daily operations by performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades of cloud infrastructure and related systems
Implements and follows established IT and security policies, including change management and compliance procedures, to maintain system integrity and reliability
Ensures data integrity and protection through proper configuration, access control, and backup/recovery practices
Collaborates with program leads to prioritize cloud projects, service requests, and configuration changes
Accurately documents tasks, incidents, and resolutions in Jira or similar tools, providing clear updates on progress, workflow status, and timelines
Assists with the design, deployment, and configuration of new cloud systems, applications, and automation processes
Contributes to infrastructure-as-code and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance scalability, performance, and efficiency
Maintains detailed and up-to-date documentation for all assigned systems, configurations, and operational procedures
Troubleshoots and resolves AWS environment performance, network, and security issues
Qualification
Required
8+ years of IT systems administration experience supporting Windows and Linux environments
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with attention to detail (diagnose, isolate, and resolve issues across infrastructure and services)
Self-starter with strong initiative, able to work independently with minimal direction, and collaborate effectively with technical teams in a fast-paced environment
Experience with scripting and automation using tools (PowerShell, Bash, or Python)
Solid understanding of IT security controls and best practices (least privilege, secure configuration, patching, auditing)
Experience supporting and administering identity and access solutions, such as Active Directory, AWS IAM, and AWS SSO/IAM Identity Center
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Active CompTIA Security+ certification (or equivalent) is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire
Active Top Secret Clearance
Preferred
3–5+ years of hands-on experience administering and optimizing AWS services across compute, storage, networking, and security
Experience configuring and troubleshooting AWS networking components, including VPCs, subnets, route tables, Transit Gateways, NAT Gateways, load balancers, VPNs, and firewalls
Proficiency in AWS security best practices, including IAM role design, policy management, SSO integration, and enforcing least-privilege using STS and role-based access controls
Experience implementing and maintaining Amazon EKS clusters, including performance tuning and resource allocation for resilient, secure container operations
Experience with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools in AWS environments (CloudWatch, Grafana, Prometheus)
Working knowledge of infrastructure as code using CloudFormation and/or Terraform
Experience using patching and OS lifecycle management in AWS, including use of AWS Systems Manager (SSM) for patching and automation
Understanding of information systems security best practices and tools, such as Nessus, SCAP, and applying STIGs
Knowledge of DoD security requirements and operating within classified or regulated environments
Active AWS certification (AWS SysOps Administrator – Associate/CloudOps, or Solutions Architect – Associate)
Bachelor's degree in IT, computer science, information systems, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Willingness to travel as needed (not a normal expectation)
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
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