Storage Engineer - SC Cleared & DV Eligible

LA International; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International is seeking a Storage Engineer with senior-level expertise in enterprise storage. The role requires hands-on experience across Windows, Linux, AIX and Solaris environments, plus strong Dell EMC, NetApp and HP storage knowledge.

You will perform migrations, transformations and 2nd/3rd line support while adhering to ITIL processes. Candidates must be willing to undergo security clearance, including potential high-level clearance, and be available for out-of-hours support as needed.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience implementing, migrating and supporting enterprise storage technologies at 2nd and 3rd Line level.
• Strong knowledge of file and block storage technologies.
• Strong Dell EMC storage and Unisphere experience.
• Strong Brocade SAN Switch and SANnav knowledge.
• Good NetApp and Hewlett Packard storage experience.
• Experience with enterprise storage migration and transformation projects.
• Veritas NetBackup experience.
• Knowledge of HBA configuration and multipathing.
• Experience supporting storage across Windows and Linux, including RHEL and SLES.
• Knowledge of AIX and Solaris environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide 2nd and 3rd Line support across enterprise storage environments.
• Implement, configure, maintain and troubleshoot file and block storage technologies.
• Deliver storage migration and transformation activities across Live, Development and Test environments.
• Support Dell EMC storage devices and Unisphere.
• Configure and support Brocade SAN Switches and SANnav.
• Support NetApp and Hewlett Packard enterprise storage technologies.
• Administer and support Veritas NetBackup.
• Support HBA configuration and multipathing across enterprise server environments.
• Work across Windows, Linux, AIX and Solaris operating systems.
• Diagnose complex storage incidents and provide effective technical resolutions.
• Deliver storage changes in line with established ITIL Incident and Change Management processes.
• Support planned out-of-hours migration, transformation and project activities where required.

Skills

Enterprise storage

2nd/3rd line support

HBA configuration

Multipathing

Windows

Linux

AIX

Solaris

ITIL controls

Strong troubleshooting

Tools

Dell EMC Unisphere

Brocade SAN switches

SANnav

NetApp storage

HP storage

Veritas NetBackup

Job description

Storage Engineer

Must have an Active SC Clearance

An Active DV Clearance would be an advantage but must be willing to undergo once started

This senior-level position requires strong hands-on enterprise storage experience and flexibility to support project activities outside standard working hours when required.

Storage Engineer Responsibilities

• Provide 2nd and 3rd Line support across enterprise storage environments.
• Implement, configure, maintain and troubleshoot file and block storage technologies.
• Deliver storage migration and transformation activities across Live, Development and Test environments.
• Support Dell EMC storage devices and Unisphere.
• Configure and support Brocade SAN Switches and SANnav.
• Support NetApp and Hewlett Packard enterprise storage technologies.
• Administer and support Veritas NetBackup.
• Support HBA configuration and multipathing across enterprise server environments.
• Work across Windows, Linux, AIX and Solaris operating systems.
• Diagnose complex storage incidents and provide effective technical resolutions.
• Deliver storage changes in line with established ITIL Incident and Change Management processes.
• Support planned out-of-hours migration, transformation and project activities where required.

Storage Engineer Skills and Experience

• 5-10 years' experience implementing, migrating and supporting enterprise storage technologies at 2nd and 3rd Line level.
• Strong knowledge of file and block storage technologies.
• Strong Dell EMC storage and Unisphere experience.
• Strong Brocade SAN Switch and SANnav knowledge.
• Good NetApp and Hewlett Packard storage experience.
• Experience with enterprise storage migration and transformation projects.
• Veritas NetBackup experience.
• Knowledge of HBA configuration and multipathing.
• Experience supporting storage across Windows and Linux, including RHEL and SLES.
• Knowledge of AIX and Solaris environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of ITIL Service Management, particularly Incident and Change Management.
• Strong teamwork, communication and workload management skills.

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.