Storage Administrator

Optimal Solutions Inc.; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimal Solutions Inc. is seeking a skilled Storage Administrator who will ensure the maintenance and reliable operation of our storage systems. This includes working closely with the IT team to maintain data integrity and security.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of IT experience, including 5 years in Storage Administration, and familiarity with cloud storage solutions and SAN technologies. The position allows remote work with one day on-site per week.

Qualifications

• 10 years of IT experience with 5 years in Storage Administration.
• Hands-on experience with storage management tools and software.
• Knowledge of scripting languages for automation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain storage hardware and software systems.
• Monitor storage performance and capacity proactively.
• Manage volume distribution and maintain data protection.

Skills

Storage Administration

Cloud Storage Solutions

SAN Fabric Technologies

Scripting for Automation

Technical Support

Documentation Development

Education

Associates Degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Storage Management Tools

Job description

Must be willing to work remotely with one day on-site per week.

Job Description:

As a Storage Administrator, you will be responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of our company’s storage systems. The candidate shall work closely with our IT team to ensure the integrity and security of our data storage infrastructure. The ideal candidate must have a strong technical background in storage systems and a proven track record of managing storage environments effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

The Storage Administrator role encompasses the installation, configuration, and maintenance of storage hardware and software systems, as well as proactive monitoring of performance and capacity. Responsibilities extend to managing volume distribution, maintaining data protection, and implementing backup and disaster recovery solutions for both virtual and physical servers. Collaboration with fellow IT professionals ensures seamless integration of storage systems with other infrastructure components. This role also involves the development and upkeep of comprehensive documentation related to storage configurations, processes, and procedures, along with conducting regular security audits to safeguard data integrity and confidentiality. Additionally, the Storage Administrator provides technical support and troubleshooting assistance for storage-related issues, stays updated on industry trends and best practices, and collaborates closely with vendors to address hardware issues and replacements.

Experience:

• Proven experience of 10 years IT experience with 5 years in Storage Administration.
• Experience with cloud storage solutions.
• Experience with Storage Area Network (SAN) fabric technologies.
• Knowledge of scripting languages for automation tasks.
• Design experience is a plus.
• Hand-on experience with storage management tools and software.

Education:

Associates Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.