Backup and Storage Infrastructure Engineer

Ampcus Incorporated

Riverwoods, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Ansible, Automation, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, Business Services, Capacity Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Communication Skills, Computer Firmware, Computer Science, Consulting, Corrective Action, Data Quality, Data Recovery, Dell Computers, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Docker, Documentation, EMC Implementation Engineer (EMCIE), EMC Storage, Enterprise Protection, Fibre Channel, High Availability, IBM Product Family, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Mentoring, NCIE - NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer, NFS (Network File System), NetApp Storage Systems, Network Attached Storage (NAS), Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Ransomware, Replication and Remote Mirroring, Root Cause Analysis, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Storage Area Network (SAN), Storage Software, Strategic Planning, Symantec NetBackup, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Technical Leadership, Vendor/Supplier Management, Virtualization, Writing Skills, iSCSI
LOCATION
Riverwoods, IL
POSTED
23 days ago

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Backup and Storage Infrastructure Engineer

Location(s): Riverwoods, IL

Duration: 12-month assignment with the possibility of extension

Job Summary:

Seeking a seasoned Storage and Backup Infrastructure engineer to manage, maintain and optimize our enterprise-level storage systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with block, file, object and backup storage technologies and will be responsible for the full lifecycle of our storage and backup infrastructure from design and implementation to day-to-day operations and strategic capacity planning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Data Protection & Security: Ensure data integrity and security by managing backup, recovery, replication, and disaster recovery processes. Implement and enforce ransomware protection and security best practices across all backup systems.
  • System Management & Maintenance: Administer and manage multi-vendor storage environments, including SAN, NAS, and cloud-based object storage. Perform routine maintenance, firmware updates, and system health checks to ensure high availability and performance.
  • Design & Architecture: Collaborate with other engineering and IT teams to design, architect, and implement scalable, resilient, and cost-effective storage solutions that meet the organization's evolving needs.
  • Performance Tuning & Optimization: Proactively monitor storage performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize system efficiency and throughput.
  • Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution: Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for storage-related incidents. Troubleshoot complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
  • Automation: Develop and implement Ansible automation scripts and tools to streamline routine tasks and improve operational efficiency.
  • Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all backup and storage systems, procedures, and best practices.
  • Mentorship: Provide guidance and technical leadership to junior engineers on the team.
  • Agile: Participate in Agile product meetings, deployments and related tasks.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 4 years of hands-on experience as a Storage Engineer in an enterprise environment.
  • Extensive experience with enterprise data protection solutions (NetBackup or Commvault), disaster recovery and multi-site replication.
  • Deep expertise in a variety of storage and storage virtualization technologies, including at least two major vendors (e.g., IBM, NetApp, Dell EMC, Pure Storage).
  • Solid understanding of storage protocols such as Fibre Channel, iSCSI, NFS, and SMB.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Ansible, Bash) for automation.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with AWS cloud storage services.
  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker) and their storage requirements.
  • Relevant professional certifications (e.g., NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer, Dell EMC Certified Professional, AWS Cloud Practitioner).
  • Experience working in a DevOps or Agile environment.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.

About the Company

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Ampcus Incorporated

Ampcus Inc is a global technology and business consulting firm specializing in Digital Transforrmation, Big Data, Analytics, Cyber Security, Testing, IV&V, Infrastructure Management and Enterprise Solutions. Ampcus Inc is an SBA 8(a) certified Women and Minority Owned global Provider of broad range of consulting Services. From strategy to execution, our disciplined yet flexible approach starts and ends with our clients. By listening hard and working harder, their goals become our goals. We are an ISO 9000, ISO 20000, ISO 27000 and CMMi Level certified company.

Ampcus consultants have significant business, engineering and technology experience. Our consultants have over 20 years of business experience and an average of over 10 years of engineering and technology experience. This means that the project teams understand how systems work and how the technology impacts the business processes of organizations.

We believe that success of an engagement is determined by strong project management, clear communication and mutual commitment working collaboratively. Our methodology begins by listening to the customer needs, then working with their teams to gain a clear understanding of the requirements, while providing a knowledge transfer of best practices for the organization. As a recognized leader providing customized software services, management and engineering solutions to companies around the world, our ability to deliver is a "granted"​ that makes companies put their trust in us to answer their day-to-day business challenges and put them on a path for greater success. We are the choice for our clients because we look at our clients business from a growth perspective.

Industry: Information Technology and Services

Specialties: Digital Transformation, Big Data and Analytics, Infrastructure Management Services, Testing and IV&V, Cyber Security, Active Directory and E-mail Infrastructure, Project Management, Training, and ERP, CRM. EAI, BI

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
http://www.ampcus.com