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Space Dynamics Laboratory · 2 days ago

Azure System Administrator

North Logan, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$85K/yr - $144K/yr

5+ years exp

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Azure System Administrator to implement, secure, and maintain their cloud and hybrid infrastructure. The role involves managing Azure resources, monitoring systems for performance and security, and collaborating with teams to enhance system architecture.

Non Profit

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Works with leaders to prioritize projects, requests, changes, and tasks

Collaborates with cross-functional teams to prioritize tasks, support project implementations, and improve system architecture

Manages and administers Azure resources including Azure AD, VMs, storage accounts, virtual networks, Azure Firewall, and related services

Monitors cloud and hybrid systems for availability, performance, cost efficiency, and security

Implements and enforces cloud governance, RBAC, conditional access, policies, and compliance standards

Hardens and maintains Azure and Windows systems through patching, configuration baselines, identity controls, and security best practices

Supports hybrid operations including AD/Azure AD Connect, Windows Server, and identity synchronization

Automates tasks and deployments using PowerShell or Azure automation tools

Documents configurations, changes, incidents, and solutions in Jira

Participates in cloud architecture discussions and assists in designing scalable, secure Azure environments

Performs maintenance with minimal downtime and provides after-hours support when required

Coordinates with cross-functional teams to drive projects, maintain system reliability, and provide support

Participates in change management processes; documents system configurations, incidents, and resolutions clearly and timely

Qualification

Azure administrationWindows administrationPowerShell scriptingHybrid identity managementCloud security controlsInfrastructure-as-CodeCompTIA Security+VMware experienceCommunication

Required

5+ years' experience in Azure and a BS degree in a related technical field (e.g., IT, computer science, information systems, engineering) or 13+ years of experience in lieu of a degree

Hands-on experience administering Azure environments (Azure AD, AVD, VMs, networking, storage, policies, RBAC)

Strong Windows administration skills, including Server 2016–2025, group policy, security hardening, and patching

Experience with scripting/automation using PowerShell

Experience maintaining hybrid identity (AD, AADC, conditional access, authentication flows)

Solid understanding of cloud security controls, monitoring, and compliance

Excellent written and verbal communication

Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance

Must be willing to travel if needed

CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent) required or obtained within 30 days

Must be willing to perform after-hours maintenance and provide on-call support when needed