Storage Architect

AGE Solutions LLC; Richmond (VA); Sur place; USD 105 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

26 Days Paid Leave

Performance Bonuses

401(k) with Match

Company-paid life insurance

Health Benefits

Parental Leave

Military Differential Pay

Tuition reimbursement

Résumé du poste

AGE Solutions LLC is seeking a Storage Architect to join our DoD-focused team in Virginia. This role provides advanced technical expertise for storage, backup, and infrastructure, guiding project teams to align with security standards and regulatory requirements.

You will independently solve complex problems, lead major projects, and ensure stable operations across on‑premises and cloud environments, with a focus on DISA STIGs and DoD cybersecurity policies.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years in an advisory/managerial role supporting DoD or Federal enterprise infrastructure.
• Three (3) years hands-on with DoD IT systems.
• Five (5) years hands-on with enterprise SAN management (Fiber Channel zoning, iSCSI, FCoE, HBAs/CNAs, LUNs, RAID, NAS).
• Experience managing enterprise hierarchical storage systems and backup/restore with NetBackup.

Responsabilités

• Provide advanced technical support and guidance on complex infrastructure matters.
• Be the technical expert for project teams, offering interpretations and solution alternatives.
• Ensure hardware, OS, and software comply with DoD and organizational requirements.
• Document system specs, project plans, configurations, and testing activities.
• Lead or support major technical projects with creative problem solving.
• Diagnose and resolve operational issues in the current environment.
• Coordinate after-hours troubleshooting and incident response.
• Provide storage, backup, and system administration for on-prem and cloud environments.

Connaissances

SAN management

Fiber Channel zoning

iSCSI

FCoE

HBAs/CNAs

LUNs

RAID

NAS

Veritas NetBackup

DoD IT systems

DoD 8570 IAT II

Outils

Veritas NetBackup

Description du poste

About Us

AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future.

Job Description

The Storage Architect provides advanced technical expertise to a DoD storage team and supports develop of innovative solutions for complex infrastructure challenges. The individual serves as a subject‑matter expert, guiding project teams and ensuring systems align with organizational and regulatory standards. They independently solve complex technical problems, support major projects, and help maintain a stable and efficient operational environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support, analysis, and guidance on complex infrastructure matters.
• Serve as a technical expert to project teams, offering interpretation and solution alternatives.
• Ensure hardware, operating systems, and software comply with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Document system specifications, project plans, configurations, and testing activities.
• Contribute to research and development efforts that enhance infrastructure capabilities.
• Lead or support major technical projects, applying creative and effective problem‑solving approaches.
• Identify and resolve operational issues within the existing environment.
• Assign routine tasks to support staff and provide technical direction as needed.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for system requirements, project plans, configurations, and testing processes.
• Support research and development initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure functionality.
• Take the lead or assist with significant technical projects, using innovative and practical problem‑solving approaches.
• Diagnose and address operational problems within the current environment.
• Delegate routine assignments to support staff and offer technical guidance when necessary.
• Support storage system security, ensuring deployments and configurations adhere to DISA STIGs as well as DoD cybersecurity policies.
• Coordinate the team's support for after‑hours troubleshooting and incident response.
• Provide storage, backup, and system administration.
• Support on‑premises and cloud‑hosted environments.
• Support management related tasks as required to include onboarding, offboarding, and compiling/reviewing status and progress reports.

Required Skills, Qualifications And Experience

• Required Experience:
  • Two (2) years of experience in an advisory or managerial role supporting DoD or Federal enterprise infrastructure, including evaluating, integrating, and implementing enterprise‑level storage and backup software technologies.
  • Five (5) years of hands‑on experience with enterprise SAN (Storage Area Network) management, including technologies such as Fiber Channel zoning, iSCSI, FCoE, unified fabric, HBAs/CNAs, storage controllers, LUNs, RAID, and file sharing/NAS (Network Addressable Storage).
  • Hands‑on experience managing enterprise hierarchical storage systems and operating enterprise backup and restore services using tools such as Veritas NetBackup.
  • Three (3) years of hands‑on experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) IT systems.
• Required Certifications:
  • DoD 8570 IAT II Certification
  • Must also have one of the following Computing Environment certifications:
    • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
    • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
    • Hitachi Data Systems Qualified Professional Storage Administration
    • Dell Certified Associate Information Storage and Management
    • NetApp Certified Data Administrator (ONTAP)
    • NetApp Certified Hybrid Cloud Administrator
    • NetApp Certified Hybrid Cloud Architect
    • NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer SAN Specialist (ONTAP)
    • NetApp Certified hybrid Cloud Implementation Engineer
    • Veritas Certified Specialist Backup 10.x
• Required Security Clearance:
  • Current DoD Top Secret Clearance Required
• Work Location:
  • Must be able to work onsite full‑time at one of the following client locations:
    • MI: Battle Creek
    • OH: Columbus, Dayton
    • VA: Fort Belvoir, Richmond
    • UT: Hill AFB (Ogden)
    • PA: New Cumberland, Philadelphia, PA
    • CA: Tracy

Preferred Qualifications

• DoD 8570 IAT III Certification

Work Environment And Physical Demand

• Must be able to work in a network closet and sit a computer desk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift between 35-40lbs to shoulder height multiple times a day.

Compensation: $105,000+

Benefits

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company‑wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
• Financial Protection: Company‑paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.