Netapp Engineer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

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.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES :

Industry standards practices

Attention to details and accuracy

Collaboration and teamwork skills

Prioritization and time management skills

Strong communication and documentation skills

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work with Cross-functional teams

Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies

• Possesses strong detailed analytical, problem solving and results oriented skills
• Ability to work learn an adapt to new technologies

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

• Education :
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience :
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in managing NetApp storage systems and Rubrik backup solutions in a large enterprise environment
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