AWS Cloud Network Architect/Engineer

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

1d•$116,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an AWS Cloud Network Architect/Engineer to design secure systems and associated applications, services, and components. The selected candidate will follow SDL’s rigorous Information Systems Engineering procedure, which utilizes industry best practices and standards (TOGAF, IEEE/ISO/IEC 42010 & 42020), to produce information systems designs. They will identify and document customer-specific system requirements, industry best practices, and security or compliance requirements then design a network or information system to meet those requirements. A successful candidate should understand how to take an information system from proposal to operation. This role is primarily an architecture and information systems engineering position, not day-to-day network operations. This is position is on-site, non-remote at our North Logan, UT location.

Requirements

Must have a bachelor’s degree in related engineering science and 10+ years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, or a PhD and 4+ years of relevant experience
Experience architecting, designing, and engineering information systems – the candidate will be asked to present and describe these experiences
Must possess a working knowledge of AWS cloud networking, cloud systems, and cyber security
Demonstrated ability to architect and lead the design of complex AWS-based networked information systems from requirements through implementation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to perform engineering trade-offs between customer requirements, schedule deadlines, program funding, and engineering best practices
Ability to work effectively in a team environment on collaborative efforts involving both internal and external team members
Experience managing or contributing to project budgets and schedules
Must have active Top Secret clearance
Must be a US citizen
Must be able to travel as needed
Valid CompTIA Security+ certification (or equivalent) is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire

Nice To Haves

Experience using diagramming tools and MBSE methodologies
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
Demonstrated ability to solve large and complex issues
Relevant certifications (AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty, AWS Solutions Architect – Professional, CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, AZ-700, etc.)

Responsibilities

Follows all applicable SDL engineering processes
Responsible for designing complex, highly available information systems and supporting their implementation
Provides clear, detailed guidance on selecting and implementing the most efficient solutions to meet business needs
Gathers and synthesizes system requirements from internal and external customers defining operational requirements including integration with other systems or components
Works with cross-functional teams to implement requirements into complete, workable system solutions that account for technical, schedule, and cost constraints; also evaluate and recommend viable alternatives
Acts as a Multi-Disciplined Engineer serving as a subject matter expert primarily in AWS cloud networking, with working proficiency across other information systems domains
Demonstrates a strong understanding of network architecture and connectivity concepts relevant to cloud-based systems
Assists in enhancing current engineering processes
Serves as a peer reviewer for complex information systems designs
Responsible for engineering documentation of assigned systems and solutions
Evaluates vendor capabilities to provide required products or services
Conducts research on emerging products, services, protocols, and standards
Provides technical expertise on projects and proposal efforts
Provides expertise in defining and implementing best practices to meet or exceed mission needs