Azure System Administrator

Southern Arkansas University; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading research institution in Logan, UT, is seeking an experienced Azure System Administrator to implement and maintain cloud infrastructure. Candidates should possess 5+ years of Azure experience and strong Windows administration skills. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and includes management of Azure resources while ensuring cost efficiency and security. The position offers a salary range of $85,000 - $144,000 based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Azure experience or 13+ years in place of a degree.
• Strong skills in Windows Server management and security.
• Ability to obtain US Government Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage Azure resources and maintain cloud systems.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure performance and security.
• Automate deployments using PowerShell or Azure tools.

Skills

Azure administration

Windows administration

PowerShell scripting

Cloud security practices

Hybrid identity management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Tools

Azure

PowerShell

Jira

Job description

Job ID: 5508A

Date Posted: December 23, 2025

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Azure System Administrator to implement, secure, and maintain our cloud and hybrid infrastructure. This is an on-site, non-remote position in our North Logan, UT location.

Key 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

Required Qualifications

• 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
• 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
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Azure networking (vNets, NSGs, VPN/ExpressRoute, private endpoints)
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Bicep, ARM, Terraform)
• Experience using cloud monitoring and security tools (Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Log Analytics, policy compliance)
• Knowledge of DoD security requirements, STIGs, and tools such as Nessus or SCAP
• VMware or other virtualization experience in hybrid environments

*Salary Range

• $85,000 - $144,000
  • 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 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.