Server and Storage Analyst

Job Title: Server and Storage Analyst

Location: St. Louis, MO

Employment Type: Contract



Job Summary:



We are seeking an experienced Server and Storage Analyst to join our IT Infrastructure team. This individual will be responsible for managing and supporting our on-premises and hosted server, storage, VMware, and Active Directory environments. This is a technical, hands-on role that plays a critical part in maintaining enterprise system performance, availability, and scalability.





Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and provide operational support for:
  • Active Directory
  • Windows Server infrastructure
  • Enterprise storage systems
  • VMware environments
• Work closely with the hosting provider to manage the server environment effectively.
• Establish and enforce account management policies including user accounts, groups, and distribution lists.
• Maintain access controls, ensuring data and system security.
• Manage software licenses and hardware purchases related to server and storage technologies.
• Lead system enhancements, upgrades, and patch management activities.
• Ensure backup, disaster recovery, and recovery operations are effective and current.
• Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams for system scoping and upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to root cause across platforms.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Information Systems/Infrastructure roles.
• Solid expertise in:
  • Windows Server OS
  • Office 365 administration
  • Active Directory
  • Storage Management
  • Virtualization (VMware)
  • Data security and disaster recovery

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Relevant IT certifications (e.g., MCSA/MCSE, VMware VCP, CompTIA Server+).
• Experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integration from an infrastructure perspective.
• Knowledge of vendor management best practices.
• Experience collaborating across application, infrastructure, and business teams.

Core Competencies:

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Proven business process awareness and ability to align IT solutions with business needs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience managing and working with third-party vendors and hosted environments.