BS/B Tech in computer science, information systems or systems engineering
10+ years experience in IT industry including:
5+ years of experience working with Netapp block/File storage systems.
5+ years of experience working with EMC ISILON storage system.
5+ years of storage networking SAN/NAS implementation and administration
3+ years of experience in a virtualization and systems administration environment
3 + Years of experience in Linux administration.
Experience in the implementation and support of Dell-EMC ISILON hardware and software solutions.
Experience in the implementation and support of NetApp hardware and software solutions including AFF, FAS,, cluster OnTap, Netapp cloud volume, Flexgroup.
Experience in managing fiber channel based SAN fabrics using Brocade and/or Cisco SAN switches.
Experience in NAS protocols including CIFS and NFS.
Strong knowledge and experience with VMware server virtualization technologies; VCP certification a plus.
Strong knowledge and experience with Linux operating system; Linux certification a plus.
Advanced troubleshooting skills with Linux servers and Linux based applications.
Knowledge and experience with VDI solutions a plus.
Coordinate work with multi-cultural and multiple time zone teams.
Foster collaborative team approach.
Advanced level analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Self-motivated individual who can work independently and as a team player
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
ITILv3 certification is a plus
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensures successful implementation and maintenance of the defined configuration standards.
Provide Level 2 & 3 support for storage, virtualization, Linux, and VDI environment.
Patching, managing, and troubleshooting Linux servers
Patching, managing, and troubleshooting VMware hypervisor servers
Upgrading, installing, managing, and troubleshooting storage infrastructure.
Provision new virtual servers as needed.
Provision new storage resources and expand existing volumes as needed.
Decommission virtualization and storage resources as needed.
Analyzing and troubleshooting of performance issues.
Perform capacity reporting as needed.
Assist with data center facility management
Coordinate with vendor for replacement and resolution of failed hardware.