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Ahold Delhaize USA

Storage Administrator IV

Quincy, MA · On-site

$125K - $187K/yr

OverviewThe Storage Administrator IV is a senior practitioner who leads complex operational changes ... Relevant vendor certifications (NetApp, Dell/EMC, Pure, HPE) and ITIL Foundation. Salary Range ...

Ahold Delhaize USA

Storage Administrator IV

Salisbury, NC · On-site

$125K - $187K/yr

OverviewThe Storage Administrator IV is a senior practitioner who leads complex operational changes ... Relevant vendor certifications (NetApp, Dell/EMC, Pure, HPE) and ITIL Foundation. Salary Range ...

krg technology inc

Backup / storage

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

... EMC Networker server and coupling it with EMC data domain and VBA. Configuring CommCell and its ... The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team.

1 point system

Storage Engineer

New York, NY · Remote

Architect, deploy, and administer Dell EMC NAS platforms (primarily PowerScale/Isilon, Unity, and PowerStore) and Object Storage platforms (ECS and ObjectScale). - Provisioning & Allocation: Manage ...

krg technology inc

Backup / storage

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

... EMC Networker server and coupling it with EMC data domain and VBA. Configuring CommCell and its ... The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team.

krg technology inc

Backup / storage

Cincinnati, OH

... EMC Networker server and coupling it with EMC data domain and VBA. Configuring CommCell and its ... The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team.

krg technology inc

Backup / storage

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

... EMC Networker server and coupling it with EMC data domain and VBA. Configuring CommCell and its ... The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team.

krg technology inc

Storage (L3/L4)

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team ... Netapp, EMC (Clariion & DMX) with Netbackup Software as a backup Tool Essential Working knowledge ...

krg technology inc

storage

Cincinnati, OH

The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team ... Netapp, EMC (Clariion & DMX) with Netbackup Software as a backup Tool Essential Working knowledge ...

krg technology inc

Backup / storage

Alpharetta, GA

... EMC Networker server and coupling it with EMC data domain and VBA. Configuring CommCell and its ... The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team.

krg technology inc

Storage (L3/L4)

Alpharetta, GA

The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team ... Netapp, EMC (Clariion & DMX) with Netbackup Software as a backup Tool Essential Working knowledge ...

krg technology inc

storage

Alpharetta, GA

The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team ... Netapp, EMC (Clariion & DMX) with Netbackup Software as a backup Tool Essential Working knowledge ...

krg technology inc

Backup Admin

Alpharetta, GA

The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team ... Netapp, EMC (Clariion & DMX) with Netbackup Software as a backup Tool Essential Working knowledge ...

Atria Group LLC

Storage Admin

Lake Forest, IL

EMC VMAX, Cisco UCS vBlock,VNC * Strong technical skills and domain expert in EMC Storage with experience in environment with ~1 PB / 30-60 heterogeneous Storage systems * Experience and Knowledge in ...

PGTEK

Senior Mainframe Storage Engineer

$165K - $170K/yr

Administer and maintain enterprise IBM z/OS storage environments. * Monitor and optimize SMS pools, DASD utilization, HSM processes, and storage performance. * Manage EMC PowerMax, Data Domain, and ...

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krg technology inc

Storage Engineer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

The storage Administrator will be a team lead whom should be efficient in handling a team ... Netapp, EMC (Clariion & DMX) with Netbackup Software as a backup Tool Essential Working knowledge ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for emc storage administrator in the United States is $50.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.15 and $57.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an EMC Storage Administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an EMC Storage Administrator, a solid understanding of storage area networks (SAN), data backup, and disaster recovery principles is essential, often supported by a degree in information technology or related field. Proficiency with EMC storage platforms (such as VMAX, VNX, or Unity), as well as relevant certifications like EMC Proven Professional, are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication make individuals stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring data integrity, minimizing downtime, and supporting the organization’s critical IT infrastructure.

What are EMC Storage Administrators?

EMC Storage Administrators are IT professionals responsible for managing, configuring, and maintaining EMC storage systems within an organization. They ensure data is stored securely, backed up regularly, and accessible to authorized users. Their duties include monitoring storage performance, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and implementing storage solutions to meet organizational needs. EMC Storage Administrators play a critical role in data management and business continuity by ensuring storage systems operate efficiently and reliably.

What is the difference between Emc Storage Administrator vs Storage Engineer?

AspectEmc Storage AdministratorStorage Engineer
CertificationsEMC Proven Professional, vendor-specific certificationsVendor-neutral or specific storage certifications, including EMC
Work EnvironmentData centers, enterprise storage environments, primarily with EMC productsDesign, implementation, and optimization of storage solutions across various platforms
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging EMC storage arrays, troubleshooting, and maintenanceDesigning storage architectures, performance tuning, and integrating storage solutions

While both roles involve storage management, the Emc Storage Administrator focuses on maintaining and troubleshooting EMC storage systems, whereas the Storage Engineer designs and implements broader storage solutions, often working with multiple vendors.

What are some typical challenges faced by EMC Storage Administrators when managing large-scale storage environments?

EMC Storage Administrators often encounter challenges such as maintaining optimal storage performance, ensuring data integrity across multiple systems, and troubleshooting complex hardware or software issues. Managing capacity planning and data migration while minimizing downtime is also a critical aspect of the role. Additionally, staying up-to-date with firmware updates and security best practices requires proactive monitoring and close collaboration with network and server teams.
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Senior Storage Administrator

Senior Storage Administrator

Wright State University

Dayton, OH • On-site

$8/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

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6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

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Position Information
Position Information (Default Section)
EEO Statement
Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Faculty Rank or Job Title
Senior Storage Administrator
Job Category:
IT
Department
Computing & Telecommunications
EEO number:
26P312
Position FTE
100%
Minimum Annual Salary
115,000
Salary Band:
UC S08
Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Senior Storage Administrator is responsible for the architectural design, implementation, and management of the university's centralized, mission-critical enterprise storage systems. This role ensures high availability, data integrity, and robust recovery capabilities for all university data through the management of SAN/NAS infrastructure and complex backup/disaster recovery (DR) solutions. The position provides the "last line" of technical support and offers strategic leadership in infrastructure evolution, including virtualization and cloud integration.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, plus at least 8 years of relevant enterprise storage experience (or commensurate hands-on experience in lieu of a degree).
  • Storage Platforms: Expert-level, hands-on administration experience with enterprise Block and NAS storage systems, specifically Dell EMC platforms (Unity, PowerStore, and Isilon).
  • SAN Fabric Management: Proficiency in configuring, maintaining, and upgrading SAN fabrics, including strong experience with Cisco MDS SAN switches and dual-fabric redundant configurations.
  • Backup & Recovery: Deep expertise in enterprise data protection, specifically using Veritas NetBackup appliances.
  • Ransomware Protection: Demonstrated experience managing immutable/WORM storage (e.g., NetBackup Flex) to secure data against ransomware.
  • Systems & Networking Integration: Advanced understanding of how storage integrates with server virtualization (e.g., VMware) and core networking concepts.
  • Problem Solving: Proven ability to act as an escalation point for complex, cross-domain technical issues

Preferred Qualifications
  • Certifications: Relevant industry certifications, such as Dell Technologies Proven Professional (Storage), Cisco Certified Specialist (Data Center SAN), or SNIA (Storage Networking Industry Association) credentials.
  • Cloud Integration: Practical experience managing off-site replication, hybrid cloud storage workloads, and archival tiering using Amazon S3.
  • Automation & Scripting: Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) or automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform) to streamline storage provisioning, reporting, and lifecycle management.
  • SaaS Data Protection: Experience managing enterprise-scale backups for Microsoft 365 environments.
  • Advanced Monitoring: Familiarity utilizing Dell CloudIQ and InsightIQ for predictive analytics, capacity planning, and performance tuning.
  • Vendor & Procurement Experience: Previous experience consulting with stakeholders, evaluating vendor bids, and contributing to the technical aspects of RFPs/ITNs for infrastructure procurement.
  • Frameworks: Working knowledge of IT service management frameworks (like ITIL) for structured incident, problem, and change management.

Essential Functions and percent of time:
1. Storage Architecture & Management (30%)
  • Design & Build: Plan, organize, and manage centralized storage for all university servers, ensuring capacity, reliability, and protection.
  • Provisioning: Provision block and file storage for new servers and applications; add new servers to storage platforms using vendor interfaces.
  • SAN Fabric: Maintain and modify storage fabrics (Cisco MDS SAN switches), performing maintenance, upgrades, and configuration changes to support redundancy and performance.
  • Lifecycle Management: Coordinate storage migration projects and platform transitions to ensure hardware remains current and performant.

2. Backup, Recovery & Disaster Recovery (25%)
  • Policy Design: Establish and maintain backup and retention policies and design disaster recovery solutions for mission-critical data.
  • Immutable Security: Manage immutable/WORM storage (NetBackup Flex) to protect against ransomware and data loss.
  • Restoration: Perform complex file-level and system-level restores for faculty, staff, and students, ensuring recovery processes are tested and repeatable.
  • Cloud Integration: Manage archival workloads and off-site replication using Amazon S3 and off-site Isilon DR clusters.

3. Advanced Technical Support & Problem Resolution (20%)
  • Last-Line Support: Provide the highest level of technical support to other technical staff, resolving high-complexity issues that require cross-domain knowledge (storage, servers, networking).
  • Coordination: Lead storage related problem resolution activities between CaTS staff, vendors, and the university community.
  • Monitoring: Utilize tools including Dell CloudIQ and InsightIQ for regular monitoring of storage logs, alerts, and performance trends.

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):
4. Technical Leadership & Infrastructure Strategy (10%)
  • Evolution: Provide storage related leadership in the design of infrastructure changes, including server virtualization, cloud services, and data center modifications.
  • Process Standards: Establish quota management rules and monitor overall space capacity to ensure minimum free-space thresholds.
  • Mentorship: Lead and coordinate other storage staff in day-to-day management activities.

5. Strategic Advisory & Vendor Relations (10%)
  • Consultation: Advise management, department heads, and faculty researchers on storage needs, growth trends, and technology advances.
  • Procurement: Lead storage related equipment acquisition, including researching technology changes, writing RFPs/ITNs, and evaluating vendor bids.

6. Professional Development & Documentation (5%)
  • Continuous Learning: Attend training and conferences to stay informed of industry directions and emerging storage solutions.
  • Documentation: Maintain detailed records of configurations and processes on restricted NAS platforms to ensure operational continuity.

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:
Working Conditions
Reporting Structure and Oncall:
The position may require occasional evening or weekend work for system maintenance and upgrades. The role may involve collaboration with remote teams and support for users in different time zones. This is a mid-level position, requiring some oversight and orientated direction by others but with autonomy to perform process analysis and provide recommendations. This is a non-supervisory position. Work primarily impacts all areas of the University. This position requires 24x7 on-call support.
Remote Work:
This position allows for remote work but may require an onsite presence for certain efforts. Applicants with proximity to the university's main campus will be given priority.
Background Checks:
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Tabacco Free Campus:
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Date
06/24/2026
First Consideration Date:
07/01/2026
Closing Date
07/01/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes

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