Storage & Backup Administration

Storage & Backup Administration

Posted 2 days ago by Dice

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA - Remote

Summary: The Storage & Backup Administration role is a remote position requiring over 10 years of experience in managing complex datacenters, particularly in migration projects. Candidates must possess extensive knowledge of Dell storage technologies and demonstrate proficiency in server management and virtualization. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, compliance, and documentation skills to ensure effective data management and security.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and administrate Datacenter Management.
  • Configure, tune, secure, and administer Dell PowerMax block storage.
  • Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot server environments including ESXi hosts and bare metal servers.
  • Administrate, configure, and manage file shares.
  • Utilize Dell Open Manage Enterprise (OME) for management tasks.
  • Oversee Dell PowerEdge compute firmware lifecycle and manage firmware upgrades on Dell storages.
  • Troubleshoot Ethernet and Fiber-channel connectivity issues.
  • Create baselines for managing ESXi hosts and VM hardware/tool versioning.
  • Deploy and configure virtual machines (VMs) and manage VMware operations for performance troubleshooting and capacity planning.
  • Manage Dell IDPA appliances for backup and restoration processes.
  • Implement storage replication technologies and understand storage encryption and compression features.
  • Write standard operating procedures (SOPs) and documentation guidelines.
  • Collaborate with the Compliance team to address security needs and provide recommendations.
  • Participate in datacenter migration projects from planning to deployment phases.
  • Manage and administrate Windows servers.
  • Exhibit excellent troubleshooting skills related to performance, connectivity, and system resources.
  • Administer and monitor using SCOM tools.

Key Skills:

  • 10+ years of experience in datacenter management.
  • In-depth knowledge of Dell PowerMax block storage.
  • Experience with server deployment and configuration.
  • Proficiency in managing file shares and Windows servers.
  • Familiarity with Dell Open Manage Enterprise (OME).
  • Experience with Dell PowerEdge firmware lifecycle management.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for performance and connectivity issues.
  • Knowledge of VMware operations and VM lifecycle management.
  • Experience with Dell IDPA appliances for backup and restoration.
  • Understanding of storage replication, encryption, and compression technologies.
  • Ability to write SOPs and documentation.
  • Experience with compliance and security recommendations.
  • Experience with SCOM tool administration.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT