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Xinnovit

SAN Storage Administrator

Columbia, MO · On-site

Storage Systems Administrator (Network Attached Storage (NAS)/Storage Area Network leadership skills supporting the SAN / DISK teams. Knowledge of SAN/DISK products is preferred. Team supports ...

TekSynap

Senior Storage Administrator

Radford, VA · On-site

They are seeking a Senior Storage Administrator to manage, maintain, and support enterprise storage systems, ensuring security and high availability while collaborating with various teams to optimize ...

Entarian

Senior Storage Administrator

Fort Liberty, NC · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Entarian is looking for a Senior Storage Administrator for a mixed and growing environment of various storage Hardware. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Work with the existing ...

Entarian

Senior Storage Administrator

Radford, VA

$100K - $140K/yr

Entarian is looking for a Senior Storage Administrator for a mixed and growing environment of various storage Hardware. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Work with the existing ...

Entarian

Senior Storage Administrator

Fort Liberty, NC

$100K - $140K/yr

Entarian is looking for a Senior Storage Administrator for a mixed and growing environment of various storage Hardware. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Work with the existing ...

TekSynap

Senior Storage Administrator

Radford, VA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Responsibilities & Qualifications We are seeking a Senior Storage Administrator to join our team supporting an ITES task order. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience * Three (3) years of experience in ...

TekSynap

Senior Storage Administrator

Radford, VA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Responsibilities & Qualifications We are seeking a Senior Storage Administrator to join our team supporting an ITES task order. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience * Three (3) years of experience in ...

Entarian

Senior Storage Administrator

Fort Liberty, NC

$100K - $140K/yr

Entarian is looking for a Senior Storage Administrator for a mixed and growing environment of various storage Hardware. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Work with the existing ...

Entarian

Senior Storage Administrator

Radford, VA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Entarian is looking for a Senior Storage Administrator for a mixed and growing environment of various storage Hardware. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Work with the existing ...

Entarian

Senior Storage Administrator

Radford, VA

$100K - $140K/yr

Entarian is looking for a Senior Storage Administrator for a mixed and growing environment of various storage Hardware. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Work with the existing ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for 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 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.

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 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 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 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.

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Infographic showing various Storage Administrator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,555 per year, or $50.7 per hour.

Storage Administrator IV

Ahold Delhaize USA

Salisbury, NC

$125K - $187K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

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Job description

IntroductionAhold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

OverviewThe Storage Administrator IV is a senior practitioner who leads complex operational changes, performance optimization, and lifecycle upgrades across enterprise storage platforms, partnering closely with engineering and application teams to sustain high availability and consistent service quality.
Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office locations are Salisbury, NC.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex provisioning, migrations, and fabric changes while minimizing service risk.
  • Optimize performance through workload analysis, cache/tier tuning, and path balancing.
  • Implement replication, snapshot policies, and backup integration aligned to RPO/RTO targets.
  • Drive capacity planning and hardware refreshes, providing data-driven forecasts and recommendations.
  • Automate routine tasks and enforce configuration standards via scripts and templates.
  • Resolve advanced incidents and mentor junior team members on troubleshooting methods.
  • Communicate planned changes and potential impacts to Engineers, Product Managers, and support teams.
  • Uphold SLA adherence through proactive monitoring, trend analysis, and health checks.
  • Maintain high-quality documentation, diagrams, and SOPs supporting consistent operations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent years of work experience.
  • 5+ years in enterprise storage administration (SAN/NAS), including fabrics and multipathing.
  • Proficiency with one or more enterprise storage vendor platforms and backup solutions.
  • Strong scripting capability (PowerShell/Bash) and hands on experience with monitoring and ITSM tools.
  • Ability to lead complex changes and mentor junior team members.
  • Excellent communication, incident management, and prioritization skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with cloud file/block services (e.g., Azure Files, AWS EBS/FSx) and hybrid data mobility.
  • Relevant vendor certifications (NetApp, Dell/EMC, Pure, HPE) and ITIL Foundation.

Salary Range: $125,040 - $187,560
All ADUSA job offers take multiple factors into consideration including, but not limited to salary range, internal equity, a candidate's qualifications, geographic region, job-related knowledge and skills.
This position is eligible for an incentive bonus based on company performance as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

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