Join to apply for the Storage Administrator role at Independent Software 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Storage Administrator role at Independent Software Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. What You Will Do As a Storage Administrator, Level 3, you will play a critical role in managing, securing, and maintaining enterprise-grade storage systems. You will lead the configuration and troubleshooting of NetApp and Commvault environments, contribute to documentation and process improvement, and support the infrastructure through mentorship and collaboration. This position involves proactive performance monitoring, security compliance, and participating in an on-call rotation to support 24/7 operations. What You Will Do As a Storage Administrator, Level 3, you will play a critical role in managing, securing, and maintaining enterprise-grade storage systems. You will lead the configuration and troubleshooting of NetApp and Commvault environments, contribute to documentation and process improvement, and support the infrastructure through mentorship and collaboration. This position involves proactive performance monitoring, security compliance, and participating in an on-call rotation to support 24/7 operations. This is a great opportunity to work with cutting-edge storage technologies and collaborate with cross-functional teams in engineering and security. You'll have the chance to lead through mentorship, gain exposure to automation and enterprise backup tools, and directly impact system performance and data resilience in a complex infrastructure environment. Key Responsibilities Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot database and system backups Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to NetApp and Commvault storage systems Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including SOPs and best practices Mentor and train junior and mid-level support engineers Ensure all storage environments meet security compliance standards Monitor and report on key metrics to maintain service health and availability Stay current on NetApp technologies and certifications Collaborate with engineering, security, and other cross-functional teams Participate in the 24/7 on-call support rotation for critical storage issues Required Skills and Qualifications: Proven experience troubleshooting and resolving complex storage performance issues Strong knowledge of both Windows and UNIX operating systems Ability to manage enterprise storage systems with a focus on availability and security Strong documentation and communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative technical team Desired Skills: Proficiency in NAS protocols (NFS, SMB) Familiarity with NetApp ONTAP and related technologies such as Snapshot, SnapVault, SnapMirror, FlexVol, FlexClone, FabricPool, and Object Storage Experience with NetApp StorageGRID Understanding of virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware) and storage integration Knowledge of automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python) Infrastructure and application design awareness for recommending storage solutions Track record of designing and managing enterprise storage environments Education and Experience: Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience requirements: High School Diploma or GED and 20+ years of relevant technical experience OR Bachelor's degree in a related field and 15+ years of relevant IT experience Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher is required. NetApp ONTAP certifications (e.g., NCDA, NCIE) (Preferred) VMware, Python, or storage automation-related certifications (Preferred) Clearance Requirement: Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V. Powered by JazzHR Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Information Technology Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Independent Software by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Storage Administrator roles. 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