Azure Kubernetes Service Administrator

Space Dynamics Laboratory • North Logan, UT • 2d ago

Job ID: 5425

Date Posted: November 13, 2025

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Systems Administrator with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) experience. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in cloud-native technologies within Microsoft Azure, container orchestration, and Linux system administration. The candidate will be responsible for managing, scaling, and optimizing AKS clusters, maintaining the underlying Linux systems, and ensuring our cloud infrastructure is secure, reliable, and high performing. This is an on-site, non-remote position for our North Logan, UT location.

Key Responsibilities:

Designs, deploys, and manages Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters for production and development environments

Collaborates with development teams to containerize applications and manage workloads in AKS and Kubernetes environments

Integrates AKS clusters with Azure services (e.g., Azure Monitor, Azure DevOps, Azure Networking) for observability, CI/CD, and governance

Administers, configures, and maintains enterprise Linux systems

Implements Linux system hardening, patch management, user and permission administration, and ensures compliance with DoD and organizational security standards

Automates system provisioning and configuration using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform

Monitors and troubleshoots system and cluster performance

Implements infrastructure as code (IaC) and automation for scalability and repeatability

Leads and assists in installation, configuration, and documentation of systems and components

Participates in change management, system audits, and compliance efforts to maintain data integrity and operational readiness

Works collaboratively with IT and engineering teams to improve system reliability, scalability, and efficiency

Performs system maintenance while minimizing downtime and customer impact; provides after-hours maintenance or on-call support as needed

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of experience and a BS degree in a related technical field (e.g., IT, computer science, information systems, system engineering), or 10+ years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree

2+ years of experience managing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or Kubernetes clusters in production environments

Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems (RHEL, Ubuntu) in enterprise or mission-critical environments

Strong Linux security skills, including system hardening, patch management, and configuration management

Experience with containerization tools such as Docker or Podman

Experience managing Kubernetes and/or Azure identity and access management (IAM)

Proficiency in one or more scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell).

Experience with automated deployment and infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Terraform)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to document and communicate technical processes effectively

Must be willing to travel, though not a normal expectation

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

Valid CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent) is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

10+ years of experience in Linux and cloud systems administration, or 15+ years in lieu of a degree

5+ years of experience managing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or Kubernetes clusters in production environments

Certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204), Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (AZ-305), or Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400)

Experience implementing or maintaining container hardening standards (CIS, DoD STIG, or equivalent)

Hands-on experience aligning AKS, Linux, or DevOps workflows with CMMC and NIST 800-171 security requirements (e.g., access control, logging, configuration management, vulnerability remediation)

*Salary Range

$107,000 - $140,000

Salary commensurate based on education and relevant experience

This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidate's preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.

Why Join SDL?

*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page (https://www.sdl.usu.edu/careers/benefits/) to learn more about what we offer.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 14 days. However, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

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