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Noblesoft Technologies

Backup Engineer

Raritan, NJ · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Install and configure Backup/Recovery tools ( Veritas NetBackup ) * Maintain & update/upgrade backup/recovery tools ( Veritas NetBackup ) * Create/configure/Execute backup jobs * Experience on ...

krg technology inc

Backup / storage

Alpharetta, GA

Performing bare metal recovery and other form of restore operations at crisis. Designing EBR environment for backups from VMware vSphere. Managing MSSQL database backup and restore through NMM and ...

krg technology inc

Backup / storage

Alpharetta, GA

Performing bare metal recovery and other form of restore operations at crisis. Designing EBR environment for backups from VMware vSphere. Managing MSSQL database backup and restore through NMM and ...

krg technology inc

Backup / storage

Cincinnati, OH

Performing bare metal recovery and other form of restore operations at crisis. Designing EBR environment for backups from VMware vSphere. Managing MSSQL database backup and restore through NMM and ...

krg technology inc

Backup / storage

Alpharetta, GA

Performing bare metal recovery and other form of restore operations at crisis. Designing EBR environment for backups from VMware vSphere. Managing MSSQL database backup and restore through NMM and ...

krg technology inc

Backup / storage

Cincinnati, OH

Performing bare metal recovery and other form of restore operations at crisis. Designing EBR environment for backups from VMware vSphere. Managing MSSQL database backup and restore through NMM and ...

krg technology inc

Backup Admin

Alpharetta, GA

Provide day to day global operational activities for Storage and Backup/Recovery teams including administering storage array architecture, SAN infrastructure, Network Attached Storage (NAS ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for backup and recovery in the United States is $17.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Backup and Recovery roles, and why are they important?

To excel in Backup and Recovery, you need a strong understanding of data management, storage systems, and backup methodologies, commonly supported by a degree in IT or related certifications. Familiarity with backup software (like Veeam, Commvault, or Veritas), cloud platforms, and disaster recovery planning tools is typically required. Analytical problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for ensuring data integrity, minimizing downtime, and swiftly restoring critical systems during incidents.

What is the difference between Backup And Recovery vs Data Analyst?

AspectBackup And RecoveryData Analyst
Required CredentialsIT certifications (e.g., CompTIA, Microsoft)Degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related fields
Work EnvironmentIT departments, data centers, cloud environmentsBusiness, finance, marketing teams
Employer & Industry UsageIT firms, corporations with data infrastructureVarious industries analyzing data for insights
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on data protection, disaster recoveryFocus on data analysis, reporting

Backup and Recovery specialists focus on safeguarding data through backups and restoring systems after failures, while Data Analysts interpret data to support business decisions. Both roles require technical skills but serve different purposes within an organization.

What are backup and recovery professionals?

Backup and recovery professionals are IT specialists responsible for ensuring that an organization's data is regularly backed up and can be restored in case of data loss or system failure. They design, implement, and monitor backup processes, manage storage solutions, and create disaster recovery plans. Their role is critical in protecting business data from threats such as hardware failures, cyberattacks, or accidental deletions. They also test backup systems regularly to ensure quick and effective data recovery when needed.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Backup and Recovery roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Backup and Recovery often face challenges such as managing large volumes of data, ensuring backup reliability, and minimizing downtime during restores. These challenges can be addressed by implementing robust backup strategies, regularly testing recovery procedures, and staying current with the latest backup technologies. Collaboration with system administrators and application owners is key to understanding critical data and scheduling backups to minimize business disruption. Proactive monitoring and documentation also help in maintaining smooth operations and quick recovery in case of data loss events.
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Storage & Backup/Recovery Engineer

Storage & Backup/Recovery Engineer

Procom Consultants Group

Plano, TX • On-site

Contractor

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada.
With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest "Canadian-Owned" IT staffing/consulting company.
Procom's areas of staffing expertise include:
Application Development
Project Management
Quality Assurance
Business/Systems Analysis
Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence
Infrastructure & Network Services
Risk Management & Compliance
Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
Security & Privacy
Specialties Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation)
Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation)
ICAP (Contractor Payroll)
Flextrack (Vendor Management System)

Job Description

Storage & Backup/Recovery Engineer

On behalf of our client, Procom Services is searching for a Storage & Backup/Recovery Engineer for a contract opportunity in Plano, TX.

Storage & Backup/Recovery Engineer Job Details

Seeking a detail oriented, highly organized, goal oriented/driven individual with excellent communication skills to deliver Data Protection, Backup and Recovery services. Candidate will work closely with Program/Project Management, IT Managers, SME's and project teams to deliver solutions.
Roles & Responsibilities 
- Provide day to day global operational activities for Storage and Backup/Recovery teams including administering storage array architecture, SAN infrastructure, Network Attached Storage (NAS), Enterprise Backup/Restore, Hierarchical Storage Management (HSM) and Archival and Retrieval 
- Produce regular reports to assist in cost recovery, capacity planning and consolidation 
- Responsible for capacity planning and performance analysis of backup and recovery infrastructure. 
- Assist in Data Center consolidation efforts 
- Analyze Problems & escalate to appropriate Levels. Hardware /software fault detection and vendor liaison 
- Perform H/W monitoring and maintenance 
- Responsible for advanced troubleshooting of Storage and Backup/Recovery related issues 
- Create and Manage Dataset, Schedule and Retention Policy. Monitoring AVAMAR backups and recovering failed backups 
- Configuring/Managing VMware backups 
- Ensure backup of critical system/application infrastructure via Avamar 

Storage & Backup/Recovery Engineer Mandatory Skills

- Experience in AVAMAR Backup Tool. 
- Strong Knowledge of EMC Avamar concepts 
- AVAMAR server/Client and Administrator console installation. 
- Experience in Avamar grid configuration in large scale data center deployments 
- Multi-site replication experience (Avamar to Avamar) 
- Creating and modifying backup policies and configuring new and existing backup clients 
- Support of backup clients for multiple operating systems (Windows, RHEL) and applications (SQL, Oracle, mysql) 
- AVAMAR system migration concepts 
- Comfortable using GUI and CLI 
- In depth troubleshooting and support on Avamar Servers, Storage Nodes, NDMP Accelerators 
- Data Domain experience with following 
o Integration experience with Avamar and Data Domain 
o Experience supporting DDBOOST plug-in (SQL, Oracle) 
o Multi-site replication (collection, mtree, directory) 
o Comfortable using GUI and CLI 
o Extended Retention 
- Experience in Storage platforms: 
o EMC VMAX (Block), VNX(NAS /BLOCK), CLARION (BLOCK) 
o NETAPP - FAS Series NAS / SAN - CDOT or 7 MODE Experience 
o SAN SWITCHES Like Brocade or Cisco 
o Any other Storage like HP, Pure, Hitachi, HP, Tintri or Oracle ZFS will be a plus 
- 2 + Years of experience in Storage and Backup/Recover platform with multi-vendor storage solutions (EMC, NetApp) 
- Should be a Team Player 
- Good Communication Skills 
- Able to tackle new challenges with little direction 
- Experience with vSphere 5.0 is a Plus 
- Basic Windows and/or Linux Admin skills 
- Basic understanding of Network infrastructure i.e. routing, DNS, etc 
- Ability to work under a process-centric ITIL Framework

Storage & Backup/Recovery Engineer Start Date

ASAP

Storage & Backup/Recovery Engineer Assignment Length

6+ months

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Please send your resume in Word format only. 

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