Senior SAN Storage and Infrastructure Specialist

Client wants resources out of the Des Moines metro - no relocations  This resource will need to be available to work on site as needed.

 Senior SAN Storage and Infrastructure Specialist

The Iowa Department of Management (DOM) is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Specialist with deep expertise in SAN Storage administration and strong proficiency in VMware, Windows Administration, and Active Directory. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability, performance, and scalability of the DOM’s enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will lead the maintenance, upgrades, and optimization of the infrastructure while supporting mission-critical operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain SAN Storage platforms (Pure, IBM, Dell, NetApp), ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Oversee SAN connectivity to mainframe environments, addressing any issues and optimizing integration.
• Administer and maintain virtualized environments (VMWare) and Windows servers across the enterprise.
• Perform critical Active Directory administration, including user management, group policies, and directory security.
• Execute system upgrades, patches, and troubleshooting with minimal downtime.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation to support system rewrites and ongoing improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing clear and effective communication to ensure alignment.
• Participate in on-call rotations for nightly and weekend patching, upgrades, and troubleshooting.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in:
• Administration and maintenance of SAN Storage systems (Pure, IBM, Dell, NetApp).
• SAN connectivity to mainframe environments.
• Managing virtualized environments, specifically VMWare.
• Windows system administration and Active Directory management.
• System management processes, scripting languages, and utility programs.
• Patching, upgrades, and troubleshooting in enterprise environments.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to produce high-quality documentation.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage priorities, and learn new systems and processes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate effectively across teams.

Preferred Skills (Optional):

• Certifications such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP), Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), or SAN vendor-specific certifications.
• Experience with PowerShell or other scripting languages to automate processes.