Senior Analyst - Storage

EMD Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Emd Group seeks an experienced NAS storage administrator to implement, upgrade, and maintain the organization’s NAS/SAN infrastructure. You will oversee ITSM processes including capacity, availability, performance, lifecycle, patching, vulnerability management, backup and disaster recovery, security and compliance.

You will also lead the resolution of escalated incidents and capacity concerns, ensuring design and operational readiness for new services.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in NAS storage administration, focused on NetApp storage solutions.
• Strong understanding of storage protocols (NFS, CIFS, iSCSI) and SAN/NAS networking.
• Comprehensive knowledge of NAS architecture and related hardware/software.
• Proficiency with NetApp NAS Storage (CDOT) including StorageGRID, FabricPool, replication, and backup (SnapVault, SnapMirror).
• Experience with NetApp cloud offerings (BlueXP, Ontap Cloud, Azure NetApp Files & CVO) and cloud object storage.

Responsibilities

• Implement, upgrade, and maintain NAS/SAN infrastructure.
• Oversee ITSM processes: Capacity, Availability, Performance, Lifecycle, Patch and Vulnerability Management, Backup & DR, Security and Compliance.
• Lead escalation resolution for incidents, problems, or capacity concerns.
• Provide design, planning, and operational implementation for new and existing services.
• Support outside regular hours for emergencies and routine maintenance.

Skills

NAS storage administration

NetApp storage solutions

Storage protocols (NFS, CIFS, iSCSI)

NetApp CDOT platforms (ONTAP)

Cloud object storage familiarity

Data migration tools (DataDobi, Robocb

Backup/Disaster Recovery strategies

SAN storage basics (IBM SVC, Brocade)

Tools

NetApp Storage (CDOT)

StorageGRID

BlueXP / ONTAP Cloud

Azure NetApp Files & CVO

DataDobi

Robocopy

TSM

Commvault

Job description

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That`s why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimageable with us

Your role:

Your role will entail implementing, upgrading, and maintaining the organization's NAS/SAN infrastructure, while also overseeing the delivery and documentation of ITSM processes such as Capacity and Availability Management, Performance Management, Lifecycle Management, Patch and Vulnerability Management, Backup & Disaster Recovery Management, Security and Hardening, Audit & Compliance, and more. You'll be responsible for ensuring that all new and existing services undergo appropriate design, planning, and operational implementation. You'll also lead the resolution of escalated, complex incidents, problems, or capacity concerns. Given the company's 24x7 service model, this role will necessitate support outside of regular office hours for emergency assistance, routine maintenance, and customer service.

Who you are

• 5+ of experience in NAS storage administration, with a focus on NetApp storage solutions.
• Strong understanding of storage protocols (NFS, CIFS, iSCSI) and storage networking concepts (SAN, NAS).
• Comprehensive knowledge of Network Attached Storage (NAS) architecture and its hardware/software products.
• Proficient with NetApp NAS Storage (CDOT) platforms, including StorageGRID, FabricPool, replication, and backup strategies (SnapVault, SnapMirror).
• Exposure to NetApp cloud offering such as BlueXp, FSX Ontap, Azure NetApp files & CVO. Familiarity with Cloud object storage
• Familiarity with migration tools such as DataDobi, Robocopy, and securecopy. Familiarity with backup and recovery solutions, such as TSM & Commvault.
• Experience with SAN storage arrays and switches is advantageous, particularly IBM SVC, FSxxxx, and Brocade SAN directors.
• Relevant certifications, such as NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA) or NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer (NCIE), are a plus.

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!