Data Storage & Backup Systems Engineer - Senior

Input Technology Solutions is seeking a Data Storage & Backup Systems Engineer for a great opportunity in Warrenton, VA.Essential Responsibilities:The duties and responsibilities of the Data Storage & Backup Systems Engineer include, but are not limited to the following:Design, deploy, and manager high-performance storage systems (SAN, NAS) from vendors such as Commvault, EMC, NetApp, or HPE, that ensures adherence to organizational STIG standards and data retention guidelinesOversee and sustain an enterprise-level IT data storage infrastructure for Virtual Machine environments (specifically Nutanix & VMware) supporting both Microsoft Windows and Linux server environmentsSet up and configure RAID arrays, Logical Unity Numbers (LUNs), and storage pools to optimize data storage performance, redundancy, and accessibility, ensuring efficient allocation of storage resources across the systemContinuously monitor and assess the performance and capacity of storage systems, tracking key metrics such as throughput, latency, and resource utilization to ensure optimal operation and to proactively identify potential performance bottlenecks or capacity issuesEnsure strict adherence to relevant industry data protection standards, including HIPAA and PCI DSS, by implementing robust security measures, conducting regular audits, and maintaining comprehensive documentation to safeguard sensitive information and meet regulatory requirementsPerform thorough vulnerability assessments to identify potential security weaknesses, evaluate risks, and recommend appropriate mitigations to strengthen the overall security postureAnalyze and troubleshoot intricate performance, security, and technical challenges, pinpointing root causes, and implementing effect solutions to resolve issuesDevelop and validate disaster recovery strategies, ensuring thorough testing to confirm system resilience and readiness in the event of failureEstablish and configure data backup processes and replication systems to ensure secure, consistent data protection and redundancy across multiple storage locations/systems, that will enable swift recovery in the event of data lossRecover and/or rebuild systems following failures to maintain operational continuity and minimize disruptionsCreate and maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation that accurately reflects system configurations, including hardware, software, storage settings, and any changes or updates made to facilitate consistency and ease of troubleshootingGenerate detailed performance reports and conduct capacity planning assessments to evaluate system efficiency and forecast future resource needsMinimum Requirements:Must have experience developing high-performance storage designs for enterprise SANs employing Fiber Channel network fabric and hybrid-cloud environmentsA minimum of 5 years of experience managing data storage for Virtual Machine Environments (Nutanix or VMware) hosting Windows Servers and Linux environmentsMust have 2 years of experience in system administration and storage design applying Commvault 11.x software for data storage backup2 years of relevant experience administering HPE data storage products (3PAR and Primera), StoreOnce, and tape back-up systemsAbility to work well in a team and effectively communicate technical informationMust be able to work a 40-hour work week, normally Monday through FridayAbility to work overtime during critical peaks and be available to meet last-minute requests for overtime if neededAbility to travel (5-10%) primarily within 75 milesFamiliarity with MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Project and VisioExceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong critical thinking, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environmentSecurity Clearance Required:Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or TS with the ability to acquire SCIMinimum Education:High School DiplomaMinimum Years of Experience:10 years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:Must have passed the Commvault Professional Foundations Exam and possess one of the following 8140 IAT Level II or III baseline certifications:Level II certifications include - CCNA Security, GISCP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCPLevel III certifications include - CASP CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIHPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in IT related fieldMicrosoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator AssociateCitrix Certified AdministratorCertified Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA)VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization (VCP)Experience with ServiceNowExperience with ITIL*Compensation depends on skills and experience.