Information Systems Administrator

Job ID: 10098
Date Posted: November 10 2026

Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team where youll contribute to groundbreaking innovations! We are seeking applicants for an experienced Information Systems Administrator to join our (MSB/C4ISR) team in our C4ISR Systems Division.

The selected candidate must have experience with cloud-based services (Azure or AWS). Job listing skills are Azure centric but equivalent AWS experience is acceptable. The Candidate must be detail-oriented with good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks. It is critical to be able to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment be self-motivated reliable and execute tasks independently.
This position will be full-time onsite non-remote in Stafford VA.

The Command Control Communications Computers Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Systems Division delivers mission-critical solutions specializing in cyber operations information architecture strategic deterrence and ISR. Our divisions commitment to innovation and security enables us to provide critical solutions across defense intelligence and national security. Join our team and contribute to the next generation of defense technologies.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Integrates cloud-based infrastructure and services
• Manages cloud environments in accordance with customer security guidelines
• Deploys and debugs cloud initiatives as needed in accordance with best practices throughout the development lifecycle
• Educates teams on the implementation of new cloud-based initiatives providing associated training as required
• Employs proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to see and solve issues before they snowball into problems
• Works with Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework DISA STIGS best practices
• Helps in the design deployment and maintenance of cloud-based networks

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
• 10 years of relevant experience
• Bachelors degree in information systems computer science or a related technical discipline or an additional 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree

• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server and Linux System Administration

• Experience with cloud virtual networks virtual machine deployment and cloud Kubernetes service deployment and administration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD SECRET clearance or eligible for Top Secret clearance
• Experience with Kubernetes and Containerization
• Experience with Nessus ACAS SCAP DISA STIGs and Cloud Policy
• Azure Administrator Associate Certification
• CompTIA Security
• Red Hat OpenShift
• Experience with DoD Acquisition Lifecycle
• Experience deploying cloud-based architectures with Azure Bicep ARM Templates Terraform or Azure CLI / PowerShell
• Experience migrating on premises infrastructure to cloud-based services
• Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols including TCP/IP DNS SMTP VPN infrastructure load balancing application firewalls and distributed networks
• Knowledge of cloud performance monitoring log analytics and observability
• Multi-cloud experience or matching professional-level cloud certifications preferred

*Salary Range

• $121000 - $160000
  • Salary commensurate 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 U.S. locations. Specific salary details for a candidates 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 7 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

Required Experience:

Senior IC