Senior AWS Cloud Administrator

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

8d•$107,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), we don’t just operate systems—we expand what space-based technologies and their supporting infrastructure can achieve. For nearly seven decades, SDL has delivered mission-critical solutions that protect national security and advance scientific discovery. Our work spans satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems, data processing, and autonomous systems, supporting some of the most important missions for the Intelligence Community and the Department of Defense. We are proud of our legacy—and even more excited about what’s next. If you enjoy tackling complex challenges, leading technical innovation, and contributing to next-generation space missions, we invite you to join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and mission-focused professionals. The Opportunity The SDL Strategic Military Space Division is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Administrator to support the day-to-day reliability, security, and availability of cloud computing environments that enable mission-critical space and ground systems. This role is ideal for a technical professional who thrives in operational environments where uptime, compliance, and disciplined execution matter. You will ensure cloud environments remain stable, secure, and cost-effective while working closely with cloud architects, engineers, cybersecurity teams, and program stakeholders to support evolving mission needs. You will collaborate with customer Program Offices, internal engineering divisions, FFRDCs/UARCs, SETA personnel, and industry partners to sustain trusted cloud and information systems across the full system lifecycle. The Strategic & Military Space Division delivers advanced satellite and sensor systems that support the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. Our division is a key component of national security, providing technological solutions and expert mission support. Become part of a team dedicated to making a tangible contribution to our nation’s defense capabilities. This is a non-remote position located in North Logan, Utah.

Requirements

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)
Hands-on experience administering cloud environments using services such as VPC, EC2, S3, EBS, EKS, Lambda, and RDS (or equivalent)
Experience deploying and managing cloud infrastructure using CloudFormation, Terraform, Boto, or Azure Resource Manager
Experience supporting migrations from on-premises infrastructure to cloud environments
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, TLS, VPNs, load balancing, firewalls)
Experience using monitoring, logging, and alerting tools to support system health and incident response
AWS Solutions Architect – Associate certification required (Professional preferred); equivalent Azure certifications accepted
Demonstrated ability to manage operational priorities and support mission-critical systems
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with all levels of personnel including executive leadership, senior management, and customers.
High attention to detail with a disciplined, reliability-focused mindset

Nice To Haves

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 regulated environments
Familiarity with satellite ground station equipment, including antennas and RF systems
Experience supporting cloud platforms integrated with external or legacy ground systems

Responsibilities

Administer and maintain secure, mission-critical cloud environments across multiple accounts and environments
Provision and manage cloud accounts, resources, and environments in accordance with established architectures and security requirements
Perform daily system administration activities to ensure availability, reliability, and performance
Support cloud networking administration, including routing, connectivity, and access controls
Implement and maintain security hardening, compliance controls, and configuration baselines
Implement, manage, and maintain a centralized service logging and monitoring platform
Monitor system health, logs, and alerts; respond to incidents and support root-cause analysis
Manage the container orchestration platform including performing upgrades, applying security patches, and ensuring high availability
Manage backup, restore, and disaster recovery capabilities to ensure mission continuity
Track resource utilization and support cost optimization efforts
Maintain accurate documentation, configuration records, and operational procedures
Support integration, testing, and deployment activities alongside engineering teams
Collaborate across disciplines to ensure cloud operations align with program and mission objectives