AWS Cloud Administrator

Space Dynamics Laboratory • North Logan, UT • 7h ago

Job ID: 6100

Date Posted: January 29, 2026

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an AWS Cloud Administrator to support the day-to-day administration, operation, reliability, and security of cloud computing environments supporting mission-critical systems. This role focuses on operational excellence, account and resource management, system availability, and compliance, while working closely with engineering, security, and program teams to ensure stable and efficient cloud operations.

The selected candidate will work closely with a diverse set of stakeholders to operate, administer, and maintain secure, scalable cloud architectures and mission-critical information system solutions. Focusing on keeping systems running reliably in production, executing operational controls, and maintaining environment health over time.

This position is onsite, non-remote in North Logan, UT. Onsite work is required due to classified systems, hardware integration, and secure lab environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Owns day - to - day administration and operational health of deployed cloud environments

Performs account, subscription, and resource administration

Executes day - to - day system operations and routine maintenance

Monitors system health, availability, and performance

Responds to operational issues and incidents and coordinates escalation as needed

Executes backup, restore, and disaster recovery procedures prioritizing cloud native solutions

Applies security controls, patches, and configuration hardening in accordance with approved standards

Supports compliance and audit activities through evidence collection and operational execution

Manages configuration baselines and environment documentation

Tracks and optimizes cloud resource utilization and costs

Supports integration, test, and deployment activities from an operational perspective

Ensures operational readiness during system transitions from engineering to sustainment

Maintains clear operational runbooks, procedures, and documentation

Required Qualifications:

8+ years of IT systems administration experience supporting Windows and Linux

Demonstrated experience administering production cloud environments

Strong experience with cloud account, resource, and access management

Experience executing operational security controls, patching, and configuration management

Experience monitoring cloud systems and responding to operational issues

Working knowledge of networking concepts, identity, and access control in cloud environments

Experience supporting backup, recovery, and disaster recovery operations

Ability to follow and execute defined procedures and operational standards

Strong documentation and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in IT, computer science, information systems, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Experience working in regulated, classified, or compliance - driven environments

Experience supporting cloud environments after initial deployment

Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools from an operational support perspective

Experience with cloud cost management and optimization

AWS SysOps Administrator or equivalent cloud operations certification

Experience supporting government or national security systems

*Salary Range

$75,000 - $125,000

Salary commensurate with education and 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. The recruiter or HR manager can provide specific salary details for a candidate's preferred location 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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