Infinite Dimensions

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We need following candidate: Title: Storage Administrator / Computer Hardware Engineer Duration: 12+ Months Remote Work • **Public Trust Clearance Required *** Client is looking for a Storage and Backup Computer Hardware Engineer for Storage Area Networks (SAN) to support client platform management services which encompass operations, continuity services, and recovery services for all IT core infrastructure services required to deliver any technology. In support of platform management, the Storage and Backup Engineer/Architect support services including, but not limited to, managed hosting and unmanaged hosting (Platform-as-a-Service/Infrastructure-as-a-Service (PaaS/IaaS)), server installation, O/S loading, system hardening in accordance with Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) security requirements, installation of patches, application and system back-ups, and restoration. • RESPONSIBILITIES This position shall perform the following (to include but not limited to) activities: • Support a legacy architecture (i.e., server/host, Storage Area Network (SAN), switch) and be able to simultaneously convert and support existing and future Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) architecture. • Manage and maintain legacy backup, SAN to tape, and HCI while providing technical expertise to migrate workloads from on-premises to cloud architecture. • Monitor Storage System operations and verify systems availability. Interact with network engineers and systems engineers to proactively facilitate integration of storage array systems into enterprise ICT infrastructure. • Perform tasks related to storage provisioning and host integration. • Function as Level / Tier III support for analyzing, troubleshooting, and implementing solutions related to storage technical problems. • Function as a technical resource in storage system support for storage service continuity solution implementation and provide efficient data recovery capability in case of disaster. • Actively involve with third parties engaged in Storage infrastructure projects to ensure acceptable quality of service delivery and, prevent information security incidents. • Perform the functions of systems backup and recovery administrator, and data replication process owner. • Implement data storage management guidelines, policies, standards, procedures, and other documentations for DPKO and DFS field missions. • Responsible for keeping track of existing storage usage and making recommendation for growth. • Provide necessary training and support missions in storage management, backup and restore operation, as required. • Define technical specifications and assist with capacity planning and budget estimates for SAN equipment. • Assist COOP/DR exercises, projects and tasks as required. • Supervise other SAN technicians and assess their performance on a regular basis. • Build capacity through on-the-job training or formal training. • Ensure all procedures in handling storage and backup tasks are documented by staff. • Establish relationships with third-party vendors to facilitate the timely release and distribution of information on infrastructure product security issues and patches. CONTRACT REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS This following are REQUIRED for this position: • Public Trust Clearance by start date. • Previous experience with Cohesity. • Previous experience with Catalogic. • ITILv4 Foundation Training and ITILv4 Foundation Certification, may be obtained within 120 days after hire. • Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments. • Assignments may be broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks. • Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems. • Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable. • Ability to work a 24x7x365 on-call rotation schedule. CONTRACT DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS The following are DESIRED for this position: • Experience with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI), Nutanix HCI administration, Cisco UCS, and/or migration to cloud based backup solutions (e.g. AWS Glacier) strongly preferred. • Understand / develop network diagrams to support hardware deployments. • Previous experience with NetApp. • Utilize AIOps to proactively evaluate, identify, and implement configurations, changes to existing configurations, and remediate known problems to enhance and maintain performance. • Experience using ServiceNow for ticket management and inventory management. • Self-motivated, detail oriented, positive in approach, professional. • Help create, develop, and implement project process improvement(s). • General knowledge of server/network equipment and software support configurations. • Strong aptitude for independent working environment and high productivity rate. • Excellent communication and customer relationship skills. • Help create, develop, and implement project process improvement(s). • Good analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and quickly learn new skills and techniques. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE The following are the education and experience required for this position: • 4 - 9 years of experience and bachelor's degree or equivalent. • Minimum of 3+ years experience with designing, deploying, and maintaining Support & Administer of Citrix environments. • Experience as a remote worker demonstrating time management and self discipline with a cultural change management and Agile mindset.