Storage & Backup Administrator

What will you be doing

• Backup
• Configure, upgrade, and set up master servers, backup gateways, backup proxies, and clients for Veeam Backup and Replication.
• Set up and administer backup repositories along with backend NAS storage solutions like Data Domains and QNAPs.
• Manage Virtual Machine, filer, and database backup jobs in different backup products.
• Diagnose and fix issues related to backup and restore, such as failures in backup jobs.
• Perform restores for various types of data in the event of data loss, as per customer requirements.
• Oversee backup retention strategies and remove obsolete backup files.
• Collaborate with Veeam support regarding concerns related to backup, restoration and updates.
• Storage
• Configure and manage enterprise-class storage solutions, NetApp ONTAP clusters, DELL EMC VNX, VNXe, and Unity300.
• Advanced working knowledge of FC SANs and associated components, including FC network, FC switches, and proficient in FC switch configuration and upgrades.
• Perform zoning and masking at the storage and Fiber switch level and configure hosts with redundant paths.
• Good knowledge of Storage Pools, RAID groups, LUN masking, checkpoints and quotas.
• Monitor storage hardware health and coordinate with support vendors to perform hardware replacements as needed.
• Manage storage allocation requests at the SAN and NAS levels.
• Administer NFS and CIFS volumes and shares.
• Install and configure backup storage systems, including DELL EMC Data Domains and QNAPs
• Participate in Change Control (CC) and CAB approval processes for maintenance activities and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

What do we need from you

• This is a wish list If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we re looking for, please do apply, we d love to hear from you! There will be plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to the Team and Customers needs and grow with Pythian. While we realise you might not have everything to be the successful candidate for the Storage Backup job you will likely have skills such as;
• 5-8 years of overall experience
• In-depth knowledge of the NetApp ONTAP clusters, DELL EMC storage systems, Data Domains, and QNAPs.
• Strong knowledge of Veeam Backup and Replication solutions.
• Certification in NetApp ONTAP, EMC Storage, or Veeam Backup and Replication would be a plus.
• A working knowledge of Linux OS and iSCSI would be an added advantage.
• Creative person who looks for new and innovative ways to resolve problems.
• Provide operational support on a 24/7 rotation basis.
• Strong demonstrated work ethic with a clear focus on customer success.