Principal/Sr Principal Storage/Backup Architect-AHT

**this position is contingent upon award and funding

Job Overview: System Administrator (Storage and Backup)

Job Description:  The candidate will perform job duties as a Computer Systems Architect specializing in Storage and Backup Solutions. They will be responsible for installing, configuring, managing and maintaining storage and backup systems to ensure data integrity, availability, and security. Storage and backup solutions are in multiple lab environments operating in support of the IBCS Product Line in Huntsville, Alabama. The candidate will work closely with their Infrastructure teammates to support and enhance our infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and implement best practices.

• Identifies, analyzes, and resolves program support deficiencies.
• Develops and recommends corrective actions.
• Manage and maintain storage and backup systems, including SAN, NAS, and cloud storage solutions
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability and reliability
• Perform regular data backups and recovery operations
• Implement and maintain disaster recovery plans
• Troubleshoot and resolve storage and backup-related issues.
• Collaborate with other IT team members to support overall infrastructure
• Ensure compliance with data protection and security policies
• Document system configurations, procedures, and policies
• Regular patching and upgrade cycles

Basic Qualifications:

• Principal: Experience: 5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 0 Years with PhD; an additional 4 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 
• Sr Principal: Experience: 8 Years with Bachelor’s in science; 6 Years with Masters; 3 Years with PhD; an additional 4 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 
• Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance 
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (i.e., Security+, etc.)
• Proficiency with storage technologies such as SAN, NAS, and cloud storage
• Experience with backup software and tools (e.gI c., Veeam, Commvault, NetBackup)
• Strong understanding of data protection and disaster recovery principles
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Storage+, VMware Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator)
• Additional Operating System Environment Certification i.e., (MCSA, MCSE, Linux+, RHCSA, Net+, CCNA, VMware Certified, etc.) 
• Broad knowledge of systems administrations to include multiple technologies i.e., (Windows, Linux, Cisco, VMware, NetApp)
• Scripting using Bash, PowerCLI, PowerShell 
• Experience with Dell Powerstore storage solutions
• Experience with Veeam Backup and Replication
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
• Knowledge of scripting and automation (e.g., Ansible Automation, Python)
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) 

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