Data Storage Architect - DSA 0731 DIR#02

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
No Travel Required

Skills

Virtualization
iSCSI
Server Message Block
Servers
Service Management
Storage
Unix
Optimization
Hardening
Linux
Management
Microsoft Windows
NFS
Performance Tuning
Documentation
EMC Avamar
EMC Isilon
FC
Fiber Channel
ITIL
Provisioning
RAID
ROOT
Recovery
VMware
Data Migration
Data Security
Amazon S3
Backup
Brocade
Cisco
Cloud Computing
Data Domain
Data Storage
Dell
Disaster Recovery
EMC

Job Details

Job Title: Data Storage Architect
Location: Remote
Contract Duration: 6 Months (with potential extension)

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Data Storage Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-level SAN/NAS storage environments. This is a remote, 6-month contract opportunity with potential for extension. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in storage provisioning, performance tuning, and data protection across a range of systems including VMware, Windows, and UNIX/Linux platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect, design, and manage enterprise SAN/NAS storage infrastructure across multiple customer environments

  • Provision storage to VMware, Windows, and UNIX/Linux servers, including configuration of RAID levels, LUNs, and volume layouts

  • Configure and maintain backup, redundancy, and disaster recovery systems to support business continuity

  • Apply security hardening and upgrades to maintain storage performance, availability, and data integrity

  • Troubleshoot complex storage issues and conduct root cause analysis

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including infrastructure, virtualization, and application engineering

  • Maintain up-to-date and detailed documentation of system designs, configurations, and procedures

Required Skills and Experience:

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience architecting and managing SAN/NAS storage in enterprise environments

  • Strong knowledge of Cisco and Brocade SAN Fabrics

  • Proficiency with EMC storage technologies such as Data Domain, Avamar, Isilon, and Dell EMC Power servers

  • Experience with storage protocols including NFS, iSCSI, CIFS, S3, and Fibre Channel (FC)

  • Proven ability in storage provisioning, data migration, and operational support

  • Familiarity with enterprise backup and recovery strategies and tools

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Relevant industry certifications (e.g., EMCISA, Dell EMC Proven Professional)

  • Experience with cloud-integrated and hybrid storage solutions

  • Strong understanding of storage performance tuning and capacity planning

  • Familiarity with ITIL or similar service management frameworks

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