Database and Storage Manager, Engineer

TekSynap; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

A government contractor is seeking a Database and Storage Manager to oversee the installation and management of IT Storage Area Network (SAN) infrastructure. The role includes collaborating with engineering teams to design enterprise storage systems and ensuring data availability through effective management of backups. Required qualifications include an active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance, a relevant degree with significant work experience, and applicable cybersecurity certifications. The salary range is competitively between $120,000 - $152,000.

Qualifications

• Must have active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance.
• A degree is required depending on the level of experience.
• Certifications in cybersecurity are essential.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain complex enterprise SANs and data recovery systems.
• Collaborate with teams to design enterprise storage systems.
• Manage data availability and retention systems.

Skills

Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance

High availability expertise

Disaster recovery knowledge

Secure storage architecture skills

Education

BS degree with 5-7 years of relevant experience

MS degree with 3-5 years of experience

PhD with 0-3 years of experience

Tools

ComTIA Security+

CompTIA CySA+

GSEC

CND

VMware certification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Database and Storage Manager, Engineer to join our Task Order proposal on the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Solutions for the Information Technology Enterprise III (SITE III). The Database and Storage Manager, Engineer installs, supports, maintains and monitors IT Storage Area Network (SAN) infrastructure for reliability and uptime.

Responsibilities

• Architects, designs, implements and maintains complex enterprise SANs and data backup recovery systems.
• In collaboration with other architecture and engineering teams (systems engineering, database administration, network operations and applications development), analyze and design enterprise storage systems used for customer data management, high transaction database processing and storage.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze and translate business requirements into solution designs for new implementations and upgrades to existing platforms.
• Manages and provides operational support of data availability and retention systems such as server and SAN based backups and enterprise level backup solutions.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance
• BS, 5-7 years of relevant experience; MS, 3-5 years; PhD, 0-3 years
• One or more of the following DoD 8570/8140 certifications:
  • ComTIA Security+
  • CompTIA CySA+
  • GSEC
  • CND

Desired Qualifications

• CASP+
• CISSP (Meets IAT III)
• One advanced vendor-specific storage certification (EMC, NetApp, HPE, etc.)
• One virtualization or data center certification (VMware or equivalent)
• AWS or Azure architecture certification
• Demonstrated expertise in high availability, disaster recovery, and secure storage architecture

Work Environment

Location: Aurora, CO with occasional travel to Colorado Springs, CO. Type of environment: Varies. Noise level: Low. Work schedule: 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week, 0600-1800, Monday-Friday, excluding Federal holidays. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. Travel: 20%.

Security and Compliance

U.S. Citizenship is required. Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance required. TekSynap is a drug-free workplace and may conduct drug testing as required by contract, law or regulation. By applying, you consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status; opt out by replying STOP. TekSynap may retain and use your information for employment purposes. This description may change at any time.

Wage Information

Target salary range: $120,000.00 - $152,000.00. The salary range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on education, experience, and contract parameters.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TekSynap is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or other protected status. If you require a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact [e-mail].