Space Dynamics Laboratory · 15 hours ago
Senior AWS Cloud Network Engineer
North Logan, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$116K/yr - $155K/yr
8+ years expSpace Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is dedicated to expanding space-based technologies and their supporting infrastructure. They are seeking a Senior Cloud Network Engineer to design and implement secure cloud architectures for mission-critical space and ground systems, ensuring reliable data flow across various environments.
Non Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Architect and implement scalable, resilient, and secure cloud network architectures utilizing AWS technology
Design and engineer secure, high-performance network architectures for mission-critical systems
Configure, implement, and sustain routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and encryption devices
Architect and validate end-to-end data flows across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments
Implement and manage hybrid cloud connectivity, segmentation, and routing strategies
Monitor network performance, availability, and reliability; support troubleshooting and optimization
Support security hardening, compliance, and accreditation activities
Develop and maintain network design documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines
Support system integration, test events, and operational readiness activities
Participate in technical design reviews and cross-team engineering discussions
Collaborate across disciplines to ensure network solutions align with system and mission objectives
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience, Master's with 8+ years, or PhD with 4+ years (engineering or science discipline)
Deep expertise in enterprise networking, hybrid cloud connectivity, and network segmentation
Hands-on experience with AWS networking services (VPC, Transit Gateway, VPN, routing, security groups)
Hands-on experience with Azure networking services (VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, routing)
Advanced experience deploying and managing network virtual appliances (Palo Alto firewalls and VPN solutions) in AWS
Experience with cloud native firewalls and services for centrally managed, fine-grained traffic filtering and inspection
Strong understanding of routing protocols, access control mechanisms, and secure network design principles
Experience validating network performance and end-to-end data flows in complex environments
Strong technical documentation skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders
Preferred
Experience working in Agile or iterative development environments
Experience supporting national security, Air Force, or space-domain ground systems
Familiarity with Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC)
Knowledge of satellite communications protocols and standards
Experience applying cybersecurity best practices in secure or mission-critical environments
Experience with DISA STIGs and how they apply to network infrastructure, ACAS/Nessus scans, Risk Management Framework, and Authority to Operate (ATO) process
Familiarity with satellite ground station equipment, including antennas and RF systems
Experience integrating enterprise or cloud networking solutions with legacy ground systems
Benefits
A 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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