SMX is seeking a SAN Administrator. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the implementation and Maintenance of multiple Storage Area networks. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, creative problem-solving, and effective communication skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Storage Area Network (SAN) administration
• Document processes, procedures, upgrades and problems.
• Upgrade software, monitor performance and evaluate trends and needs.
• Manage, transform and provide user access to large datasets. Install, configure, support and maintain storage area networks and associated technology.
• All SAN connection VIA Fiber Currently maintaining ten different SAN
• Enterprise Backup Administration
• Monitor backup jobs across multiple platforms.
• Perform routine disaster recovery scenarios.
• Maintain backup policies and standards, including overseeing legal hold retention policies.
• Troubleshoot performance problems and propose solutions.
• Manage all equipment for backup environment to include servers, disk, and tape storage devices. Install client on all OS platforms as needed.
• Collection and documentation of IT related data.
• Monitoring/Alerting system deployment and configuration.
• System management and contingency planning. Perform all infrastructure requirements as needed. Cabling, installing, inventory tracking. Support UNIX and Windows groups where assistance is required. (Deployments, Updates, Patches, etc.)
• After Hours as needed.

Required Skills

• Available to work onsite at Patuxent River NAS at least two days a week.
• The selected applicant must have DoD 8570/5239 IAT Level II Certification (Security + CE equivalent, or greater), and the ability to work independently and as part of a team in RDT&E environments.
• An active DoD Secret clearance is required to start. Applicant selected may be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Scripting using NetApp CLI commands
• Strong competency with NETAPP Storage systems. (FAS8200, AFF A200, AFF A300/A700 Cluster)
• Experience in administering NetAPP Storage systems on Data ONTAP.
• Strong competency with RUBRIK Backup systems
• Knowledge of VMware vSphere Systems
• Knowledge of Linux and Windows Operating System
• Knowledge of Networking
• Knowledge of Data ONTAP version 9.x
• Knowledge of Data Protection systems (backend backup systems, protocols and SLAs)
• Proficient in Administering and Storage Provisioning in multi-vendor OS environment including Solaris, RedHat Linux, and Windows

Desired Skills

• Scripting using NetApp CLI commands
• Familiarity with communicating technical concepts with stakeholders
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Testing and troubleshooting of application solutions, system architecture.

Application Deadline: January 20, 2025

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$87,600-$146,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).