Storage Administrator

Position Title:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Storage Technology Customization & Configuration:

   Proficient in the customization and configuration of storage technologies (IBM & NetApp), including architecture design and Business-As-Usual (BAU) operations.

2. Brocade SAN Switch Management:

   Extensive knowledge of Brocade SAN Switches, including zoning, Inter-Switch Link (ISL), SAN switch troubleshooting, and performance optimization.

3. NetApp Storage Expertise:

   Strong working knowledge of NetApp Storage Arrays, with a focus on installation, configuration, and ongoing management.

4. NAS Expertise:

   Solid understanding of Network-Attached Storage (NAS) solutions, ensuring efficient storage and data management.

5. LUN Management:

   Oversee the creation, configuration, and management of Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) on storage arrays, ensuring optimal storage allocation.

6. Storage Performance Optimization:

   Regularly analyze and optimize storage performance to minimize downtime, improve access times, and ensure fast, efficient data retrieval.

7. Capacity Planning & Upgrades:

   Monitor storage utilization, plan for future storage requirements, and recommend/implement upgrades as necessary to accommodate growing data needs.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven expertise in IBM and NetApp storage systems and related technologies.
• Experience with Brocade SAN switches and SAN switch troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of LUN management and NAS systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills for storage performance and troubleshooting.
• Ability to plan, manage, and optimize storage infrastructure effectively.

This position requires a detail-oriented professional with a solid foundation in storage technologies and a proactive approach to maintaining and optimizing storage environments.