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AGE solutions

Storage Architect

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

The Storage Architect provides advanced technical expertise to a DoD storage team and supports ... Lead or support major technical projects, applying creative and effective problem‐ * Identify and ...

AGE solutions

Storage Architect

Dayton, OH · On-site

The Storage Architect provides advanced technical expertise to a DoD storage team and supports ... Lead or support major technical projects, applying creative and effective problem‐ * Identify and ...

Dexian DISYS

Storage Architect

Coppell, TX · On-site

As a Storage Architect, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining ... Lead the implementation and support of new storage and infrastructure technologies within the ...

NorthMark Strategies

HPC Storage Architect

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Position As an HPC Storage Solutions Architect, you will design, integrate, and optimize high ... Lead proof-of-concept and benchmarking initiatives, validating performance, scalability, and ...

NorthMark Strategies

HPC Storage Architect

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Position As an HPC Storage Solutions Architect, you will design, integrate, and optimize high ... Lead proof-of-concept and benchmarking initiatives, validating performance, scalability, and ...

Computacenter AG & Co. oHG

Lead technical discovery and storage architecture for strategic AI Data Center opportunities. * Design high-performance storage architectures for AI training, inference, checkpointing, RAG, and data ...

MOTOCOL

Storage Architect with 3Par

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$65/hr

Our client is seeking a talented skilled Storage Architect to join their thriving team as a ... Must be able to lead meetings and effectively summarize and prioritize topics. Contract and ...

Motocol

Storage Architect with 3Par

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$65/hr

... skilled Storage Architect to join their thriving team as a contractor. Our client creates an ... Must be able to lead meetings and effectively summarize and prioritize topics. Additional ...

NMC2

HPC Storage Architect

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Position As an HPC Storage Solutions Architect, you will design, integrate, and optimize high ... Lead proof-of-concept and benchmarking initiatives, validating performance, scalability, and ...

NMC2

The Position As an HPC Storage Solutions Architect, you will design, integrate, and optimize high ... Lead proof-of-concept and benchmarking initiatives, validating performance, scalability, and ...

Western Digital

Senior Storage Architect

San Jose, CA · On-site

$157K - $210K/yr

As a Storage Architect on this team, you own the understanding our customer's architecture and how ... Lead pre-sales and post-sales technical engagements with key customers and OEM partners - including ...

Western Digital

Senior Storage Architect

San Jose, CA

As a Storage Architect on this team, you own the understanding our customer's architecture and how ... Lead pre-sales and post-sales technical engagements with key customers and OEM partners - including ...

System One

Storage Engineer - Architect

Washington, DC · Remote

$79.11/hr

Lead architecture and management of enterprise SAN/NAS and storage virtualization solutions for mission-critical systems. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain ...

Ghr

Mainframe Senior Storage Architect

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$140K - $205K/yr

Mainframe Storage Architect (Individual Contributor) * Duties to include collaborating with others ... Ability to lead and set direction under minimal supervision * Ability to exercise judgment within ...

Ghr

Mainframe Senior Storage Architect

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$140K - $205K/yr

Mainframe Storage Architect (Individual Contributor) * Duties to include collaborating with others ... Ability to lead and set direction under minimal supervision * Ability to exercise judgment within ...

Ghr

Mainframe Senior Storage Architect

Plano, TX · On-site

$140K - $205K/yr

Mainframe Storage Architect (Individual Contributor) * Duties to include collaborating with others ... Ability to lead and set direction under minimal supervision * Ability to exercise judgment within ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for lead storage architect in the United States is $62.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.12 and $72.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Lead Storage Architect is an IT professional responsible for designing, implementing, and managing an organization's storage infrastructure. They develop strategies for data storage, backup, recovery, and ensure high availability and security of data across systems. Lead Storage Architects often work with various storage technologies, including SAN, NAS, and cloud storage, and collaborate with other IT teams to support business needs. Their role also includes evaluating new storage solutions and optimizing existing systems to improve performance and cost-efficiency.

What are some common challenges faced by lead storage architects when designing solutions for large enterprises?

Lead Storage Architects often encounter challenges such as integrating legacy systems with modern storage technologies, ensuring scalability to accommodate growing data volumes, and maintaining high levels of data security and compliance. Balancing performance requirements with cost-effectiveness can also be complex, especially in hybrid or multi-cloud environments. Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams, such as network engineers and application owners, are essential to align storage solutions with overall business objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead storage architect, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead Storage Architect, you need deep expertise in storage systems design, data management, and architecture principles, often supported by a degree in computer science or related fields. Proficiency with storage technologies (e.g., SAN, NAS, cloud storage), relevant certifications (like SNIA or vendor-specific credentials), and experience with tools such as VMware, NetApp, or EMC are typically required. Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills help you collaborate with teams and guide strategic storage decisions. These skills are crucial for ensuring data availability, optimizing infrastructure performance, and aligning storage solutions with organizational needs.

What is the difference between Lead Storage Architect vs Storage Engineer?

AspectLead Storage ArchitectStorage Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in IT or Computer Science, with certifications like Cisco, EMC, or NetAppSimilar certifications and educational background, often with specialized storage certifications
Work EnvironmentDesigns and oversees storage solutions, collaborates with teams, and plans infrastructureImplementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting storage systems
Industry UsageUsed in enterprise IT, data centers, and large organizationsCommonly found in IT departments across various industries
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership and strategic roles in storage architectureFocus on technical implementation and daily operations

The Lead Storage Architect focuses on designing and leading storage infrastructure projects, while the Storage Engineer handles the technical implementation and maintenance of storage systems. Both roles require similar certifications and work in enterprise environments, but their responsibilities differ in scope and strategic involvement.

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Storage Architect

Battle Creek, MI • On-site

AGE solutions
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide advanced technical support, analysis, and guidance on complex infrastructure matters.

  • Serve as a technical expert to project teams, offering interpretation and solution alternatives.

  • Support storage system security, ensuring deployments and configurations adhere to DISA STIGs as well as DoD cybersecurity policies.

Job description

About Us
AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future.

The Storage Architect provides advanced technical expertise to a DoD storage team and supports develop of innovative solutions for complex infrastructure challenges. The individual serves as a subject‐matter expert, guiding project teams and ensuring systems align with organizational and regulatory standards. They independently solve complex technical problems, support major projects, and help maintain a stable and efficient operational environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide advanced technical support, analysis, and guidance on complex infrastructure matters.
  • Serve as a technical expert to project teams, offering interpretation and solution alternatives.
  • Ensure hardware, operating systems, and software comply with organizational and regulatory requirements.
  • Document system specifications, project plans, configurations, and testing activities.
  • Contribute to research and development efforts that enhance infrastructure capabilities.
  • Lead or support major technical projects, applying creative and effective problem‐
  • Identify and resolve operational issues within the existing environment.
  • Assign routine tasks to support staff and provide technical direction as needed.
  • Prepare and maintain documentation for system requirements, project plans, configurations, and testing processes.
  • Support research and development initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure functionality.
  • Take the lead or assist with significant technical projects, using innovative and practical problem‐solving approaches.
  • Diagnose and address operational problems within the current environment.
  • Delegate routine assignments to support staff and offer technical guidance when necessary.
  • Support storage system security, ensuring deployments and configurations adhere to DISA STIGs as well as DoD cybersecurity policies.
  • Coordinate the team's support for after-hours troubleshooting and incident response.
  • Provide storage, backup, and system administration.
  • Support on-premises and cloud-hosted environments.
  • Support management related tasks as required to include onboarding, offboarding, and compiling/reviewing status and progress reports.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

  • Required Experience:
    • Two (2) years of experience in an advisory or managerial role supporting DoD or Federal enterprise infrastructure, including evaluating, integrating, and implementing enterprise‐level storage and backup software technologies.
    • Five (5) years of hands‐on experience with enterprise SAN (Storage Area Network) management, including technologies such as Fiber Channel zoning, iSCSI, FCoE, unified fabric, HBAs/CNAs, storage controllers, LUNs, RAID, and file sharing/NAS (Network Addressable Storage).
    • Hands‐on experience managing enterprise hierarchical storage systems and operating enterprise backup and restore services using tools such as Veritas NetBackup.
    • Three (3) years of hands‐on experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) IT systems.
  • Required Certifications:
    • DoD 8570 IAT II Certification
    • Must also have one of the following Computing Environment certifications:
      • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
      • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
      • Hitachi Data Systems Qualified Professional Storage Administration
      • Dell Certified Associate Information Storage and Management
      • NetApp Certified Data Administrator (ONTAP)
      • NetApp Certified Hybrid Cloud Administrator
      • NetApp Certified Hybrid Cloud Architect
      • NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer SAN Specialist (ONTAP)
      • NetApp Certified hybrid Cloud Implementation Engineer
      • Veritas Certified Specialist Backup 10.x
  • Required Security Clearance:
    • Current DoD Top Secret Clearance Required
  • Work Location:
    • Must be able to work onsite full-time at one of the following client locations:
      • MI: Battle Creek
      • OH: Columbus, Dayton
      • VA: Fort Belvoir, Richmond
      • UT: Hill AFB (Ogden)
      • PA: New Cumberland, Philadelphia, PA
      • CA: Tracy

Preferred Qualifications:

  • DoD 8570 IAT III Certification

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

  • Must be able to work in a network closet and sit a computer desk for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift between 35-40lbs to shoulder height multiple times a day.

Compensation: $105,000+

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

  • 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  • Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  • 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  • Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  • Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  • Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  • Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  • Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  • Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.