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E*Pro, Inc.

Storage Administrator

San Jose, CA

Storage Administrator - Level-3 (CISCO MDS FABRIC SWITCHES Both CLI/GUI) Netapp - Data Ontap 7 mode & cluster Data Ontap administration- Netapp V-filer/V-server - Netapp NAS/SAN-(both ISCSI-FC )/CIFS ...

Cystems Logic

Network Storage Administrator

Irvine, CA · On-site

Network Storage Administrator Local Consultant Location: Irvine, CA (100% Onsite role 5 days/Week) Duration: 12 Months We are looking for a Network Storage Administrator to be the backbone of our ...

Jobsbridge

Storage Administrator

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

Company Description Intelliswift Software, Inc Must have hands-on experience with EMC VNX series storage and Brocade SAN switches Experience with EMC Isilon is an advantage Solid understanding of ...

Jobsbridge

Storage Administrator

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

Company Description Intelliswift Software, Inc Must have hands-on experience with EMC VNX series storage and Brocade SAN switches Experience with EMC Isilon is an advantage Solid understanding of ...

Jobsbridge

Storage Administratorq

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

Company Description Intelliswift Software, Inc Must have hands-on experience with EMC VNX series storage and Brocade SAN switches Experience with EMC Isilon is an advantage Solid understanding of ...

SBT Global, Inc.

System Storage Admin

San Jose, CA · On-site

$43/hr

Renew storage server maintenance and recommend storage server options * Experience storage ... Administrator (RHCSA), or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) preferred * Network equipment ...

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SBT Global, Inc.

System Storage Admin

San Jose, CA · On-site

$43/hr

Renew storage server maintenance and recommend storage server options * Experience storage ... Administrator (RHCSA), or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) preferred * Network equipment ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for storage administrator in California is $50.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.53 and $56.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Storage Administrator, you need strong knowledge of storage systems, data backup and recovery, and a background in IT or computer science. Familiarity with SAN/NAS technologies, storage management tools (such as NetApp, EMC, or Hitachi), and relevant certifications like CompTIA Storage+ or vendor-specific credentials is typically required. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you proactively manage issues and collaborate with IT teams. These competencies ensure data integrity, minimize downtime, and support the scalability and security of organizational IT infrastructure.

What is the difference between Storage Administrator vs Network Administrator?

AspectStorage AdministratorNetwork Administrator
CertificationsCompTIA Storage+, Cisco CCNA, vendor-specific storage certificationsCompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA, Juniper JNCIA
Work EnvironmentData centers, server rooms, enterprise storage facilitiesOffice networks, data centers, enterprise IT environments
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging storage systems, data backup, disaster recoveryManaging network infrastructure, routing, switching, security
Industry UsageIT, data management, cloud servicesIT, telecommunications, enterprise networks

While both roles support IT infrastructure, Storage Administrators focus on managing data storage solutions and ensuring data availability, whereas Network Administrators oversee network connectivity and security. Understanding these differences helps organizations assign the right skills to each role.

What are some common challenges faced by storage administrators, and how can they overcome them?

Storage Administrators often encounter challenges such as managing rapidly increasing data volumes, ensuring data security, and minimizing downtime during maintenance or upgrades. Proactively monitoring storage systems, implementing robust data backup and recovery plans, and staying updated with the latest storage technologies can help address these challenges. Additionally, collaborating closely with IT teams and end-users ensures that storage solutions align with organizational needs and compliance requirements.

What does a storage administrator do?

A storage administrator safeguards the storage and retrieval of important data for an organization. They utilize software, hardware, and other tools to keep information secure. As a storage administrator, you store data on hard drive arrays, local networks, or within the data cloud and perform regular backups. You also identify and troubleshoot issues that arise from programs that may compromise the security of company data. Storage administrators must be proficient in multiple storage technologies, such as RAID configurations, and be able to determine the appropriate storage solution for the company’s needs.

What is a storage administrator?

Storage Administrators are IT professionals responsible for managing, configuring, and maintaining data storage systems within an organization. Their duties include installing and upgrading storage hardware and software, monitoring storage performance, ensuring data is backed up and recoverable, and troubleshooting storage-related issues. They play a crucial role in ensuring data availability, security, and integrity, often working with technologies such as SAN (Storage Area Network), NAS (Network Attached Storage), and cloud storage solutions.
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Storage Administrator

E*Pro, Inc.

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Company Description

E*Pro Consulting service offerings include contingent Staff Augmentation of IT professionals, Permanent Recruiting and Temp-to-Hire. In addition, our industry expertise and knowledge within financial services, Insurance, Telecom, Manufacturing, Technology, Media and Entertainment, Pharmaceutical, Health Care and service industries ensures our services are customized to meet specific needs. For more details please visit our website www.epro-tech.com.

We have been retained for providing recruiting assistance, for direct hires, by one of the world-leading information technology consulting, services, and business process outsourcing organization that envisioned and pioneered the adoption of the flexible global business practices that today enable companies to operate more efficiently and produce more value.

Job Description

Storage Administrator - Level-3 (CISCO MDS FABRIC SWITCHES Both CLI/GUI) 

Netapp - Data Ontap 7 mode & cluster Data Ontap administration- Netapp V-filer/V-server - Netapp NAS/SAN-(both ISCSI-FC )/CIFS

Expertise in CISCO MDS FABRIC SWITCHES Both CLI/GUI 

Design and Implementation of Solutions and Migrations around NetApp/Migration from Netapp 7 mode to Cluster Mode

*NetApp Administration through On Command System manager and CLI.

*NetApp Replication (Snap Manager(Oracle &Exchange), SnapVault & Snapmirror, Sync Mirror).

*NetApp Performance advisor.

*SAN Fabric Administration

*Very Good Knowledge with ITIL Processes (Incident, Problem and Change Management). Preferably ITIL Foundation Certified.

*Knowledge in using Service Management Tool like Remedy, Service Center etc.

*Excellent Communication Skills

*Should have worked in a Remote Support Environment

*Ability to clearly articulate situations / issues to cross-functional teams and clients 

Expertise in CISCO MDS FABRIC SWITCHES Both CLI/GUI

NetApp Storage administration and configuration (- Ontap 7 mode/cdot- NAS/SAN/CIFS)

It would be nice if the candidates have a background in EMC & Cisco as well.

Supporting the production SAN/NAS storage environment

Managing NetApp 3000 and 6000 series filers

Managing Aggregates, Volumes, shelf's and disks

Adding disks in to aggregates and assigning in to controllers

Managing and Supporting the San IT Infrastructure using the FC / iSCSI connectivity

Storage allocation to Windows servers.

Resolving connectivity issues.

Snap Shot, and snap restore configuration in SAN

Configured Snap drive for Windows and created LUN's through Snap drive

SAN /NAS Configuration and administration

Creation of Volumes, Qtree's, LUN's and igroups

Creation of CIFS volumes and shares

Quota creation for Qtree's and volumes

Analyzing the Logs of Servers & Storages.

Security management of NAS shared folders

Configuring Auto support and DNS configuration

Administering Cluster configuration and solving cluster related issues

Managing additional shelves in existing controller

Capacity management/Technical evaluation for storage requirement

Performing Daily health checks for NAS and SAN Environment

Good knowledge in Snap mirror, Snap Vault, and OSSV

Performance and health checking of storage box

Brocade SAN Switch and zoning configuration 

EMC H/W

VMAX/DMX

SYMMETRIX SRDF/BCV

VNX

CELERA/CLARION

*EMC Snapview and Mirrorview skills

*EMC Symmetrix/VMAX Configuration and Administration

*EMC Time Finder and SRDF Administration and knowledge on Recoverpoint 

Soft Skills

Ability to quickly identify issues, determine root cause, and long-term solutions

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work within detailed project plans.

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong customer orientation

Initiative/Autonomy, Tenacity/Perseverance, Team Work/Cooperation, Management Of Time and Priorities, Adaptability, Flexibility.

Independent problem solving; self-directed, ability to lead, minimum supervision


This role is for supporting mission critical environments.


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