Windows Systems Administrator

Job ID: 9049 Date Posted: August 4, 2026 Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a mid-level Systems Administrator to support day-to-day administration, maintenance, and support of the organization's on-premises Windows infrastructure and enterprise IT services. This position is located on-site in North Logan, UT and supports a variety of environments operating in isolated and air-gapped networks. The selected candidate will work as part of a small IT team serving as a technical generalist responsible for Windows server administration, enterprise infrastructure, application support, and end-user support. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing a broad range of technologies, troubleshooting complex issues across multiple domains, and supporting reliable business operations through proactive maintenance, documentation, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Serves as the primary operational administrator for assigned systems and platforms, ensuring availability, performance, and securityAdministers on-premises Microsoft environments (Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, Exchange, and enterprise file services)Configures and maintains Windows file shares, permissions, and storage resourcesSupports virtual infrastructure, including virtual machines, templates, and resource managementAdministers NAS/SAN and other storage systems and backups and monitors storage health and capacityPerforms Windows patch management and coordinates scheduled maintenance activitiesMonitors and Provides support for server, infrastructure, application, and user issuesCreates and maintains technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and system configuration recordsProvides after-hours and on-call support as required for outages or maintenance eventsCollaborates and at times mentors’ peers and coworkersSupports security hardening, compliance, and configuration management requirementsIndependently research, test, and implement solutions for issues that fall outside existing knowledge base or documentation Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalentMinimum of 5 years of experience administering Microsoft Windows Server environmentsExperience troubleshooting Windows infrastructure, enterprise applications, and end-user technical issuesExperience administering Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and enterprise file servicesExperience supporting Microsoft Exchange in an on-premises environmentExperience administering VMware or equivalent virtualization platformsStrong understanding of Windows security best practices, permissions, authentication, and system hardeningStrong troubleshooting, organizational, and documentation skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detailFamiliarity with operating in regulated environmentsAbility to work independently while coordinating across multiple teamsDemonstrated ability to resolve poorly documented issues through research, testing, and structured troubleshootingMust be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government security clearanceValid CompTIA Security+ certification (or equivalent) is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hireMust be willing to travel if required, though not a normal expectation Preferred Qualifications Active DoW Top Secret clearanceExperience supporting air-gapped or highly regulated enterprise environmentsExperience supporting DoW or other federal information systemsExperience working within structured change management and configuration management processesDemonstrated ability to operate effectively as a technical generalist within a small IT organizationScripting or automation experience (PowerShell preferred)Experience with enterprise storage platformsExperience with enterprise backup and recovery solutions *Salary Range $69,000 - $128,000Salary 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 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 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 employment@sdl.usu.edu.