Netapp Storage Administrator - Vichara

Vichara is a Financial Services focused products and services firm headquartered in NY and building systems for some of the largest i-banks and hedge funds in the world.

Position Responsibilities

• NetApp Storage Administration:
  • Manage, configure, and maintain NetApp storage systems, including FAS and AFF series.
  • Monitor storage performance, capacity, and health.
  • Implement and maintain storage protocols such as NFS, CIFS/SMB, iSCSI, and Fiber Channel.
  • Perform regular storage system backups and recovery operations.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve storage-related issues and outages.
• Rubrik Backup Administration:
  • Manage and maintain Rubrik backup and recovery solutions.
  • Monitor backup job status, performance, and health.
  • Implement backup policies, schedules, and retention periods.
  • Perform regular testing of backup and recovery procedures.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve backup-related issues and failures.
• Data Protection and Security:
  • Ensure data protection and compliance with company policies and industry standards.
  • Implement and manage data encryption and access controls.
  • Perform regular audits of storage and backup systems to ensure data integrity and security.
  • Collaborate with security teams to address vulnerabilities and threats.
• Collaboration and Support:
  • Work closely with other IT teams to integrate and support various systems and applications.
  • Provide Tier 3 support for storage and backup-related incidents and requests.
  • Document configurations, processes, and procedures for NetApp and Rubrik environments.
  • Conduct training sessions for IT staff and end-users on best practices and new features.
  • Plan and execute storage and backup-related projects, including migrations, upgrades, and new implementations.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure successful project delivery.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to recommend improvements and innovations.

Qualifications

• Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of NetApp ONTAP, FAS, and AFF storage systems.
  • In-depth understanding of storage protocols such as NFS, CIFS/SMB, iSCSI, and Fiber Channel.
  • Proficiency in backup and recovery solutions.
  • Familiarity with data protection and disaster recovery best practices.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Perl for automation and management tasks.
• Certifications:
  • Relevant certifications such as NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA), NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer (NCIE), or Rubrik Certified Systems Administrator (RCSA) are highly desirable.

Compensation -   140K USD