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PingWind

Enterprise Architect

Huntsville, AL

$68 - $87.75/hr

Senior-level enterprise architecture and systems engineering experience designing secure, highly available infrastructure, virtualization, storage, backup/recovery, and disaster-recovery solutions in ...

PingWind

Enterprise Architect

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$68 - $87.75/hr

Senior-level enterprise architecture and systems engineering experience designing secure, highly available infrastructure, virtualization, storage, backup/recovery, and disaster-recovery solutions in ...

PingWind

Enterprise Architect

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$68 - $87.75/hr

Senior-level enterprise architecture and systems engineering experience designing secure, highly available infrastructure, virtualization, storage, backup/recovery, and disaster-recovery solutions in ...

Socket.dev

Enterprise Architect

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$65.75 - $84.75/hr

Senior-level enterprise architecture and systems engineering experience designing secure, highly available infrastructure, virtualization, storage, backup/recovery, and disaster-recovery solutions in ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Observability Architect

Portsmouth, NH · On-site

$71/hr

Architect and implement Datadog capabilities including Infrastructure Monitoring, APM, Logs ... Database, Middleware, Storage, Backup, and Network Monitoring. * Client . * ServiceNow. * AIOps ...

STI

AVS Architect

AVS Architect Location - Bellevue, WA or Remote secondary Duration: long term Must Have Skills ... storage, backup, and connectivity and provide leadership with AVS internal configurations.

Nasscomm

Networker Architect

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

Nasscomm is one of the world's largest storage, backup, big data and virtualization consulting & staff augmentation firm, with employees in 43 U.S. States and globally across 4 continents.* Position ...

EOA Technologies LLC

Design, architect, configure, deploy, upgrade, and support various storage and backup platforms and associated management tools * Diagnose and troubleshoot storage systems and other related ...

Apex Systems

Backup and Recovery SME

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90 - $100/hr

Partner with database, compute, storage, security, and application teams to create integrated ... Create and maintain detailed recovery runbooks, architecture documentation, playbooks, and ...

MANTECH

Senior Storage Architect

Laurel, MD · On-site

Design, architect, configure, deploy, upgrade, and support various storage and backup platforms and associated management tools. * Participate in the evaluation, deployment, management, and ...

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How much do storage backup architect jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for storage backup architect in the United States is $71.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67.31 and $72.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a storage backup architect do?

A Storage Backup Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing backup and storage solutions for an organization’s data. They assess business requirements, select appropriate technologies, and develop strategies to ensure data is securely stored and can be efficiently restored in case of data loss or disaster. Their role often involves working with cloud and on-premises systems, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance with data protection policies.

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

To thrive as a Storage Backup Architect, you need deep expertise in data storage management, backup and recovery solutions, and typically a degree in information technology or computer science. Familiarity with enterprise backup tools (such as Veritas NetBackup, Commvault, or Veeam), storage area networks (SAN), and relevant certifications like CompTIA Storage+ or vendor-specific credentials are highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and the capacity to design solutions under pressure set top professionals apart. These skills ensure that critical business data is securely stored, efficiently recoverable, and protected against loss or cyber threats.

What are some common challenges faced by storage backup architects when designing enterprise backup solutions, and how can they be addressed?

Storage Backup Architects often encounter challenges such as integrating legacy systems with modern backup technologies, ensuring scalability to handle data growth, and maintaining data security and compliance. Addressing these requires staying updated on evolving backup software, thorough assessment of current infrastructure, and clear communication with stakeholders to align solutions with business needs. Proactive planning and regular testing of backup and recovery strategies are essential to minimize risks and ensure reliable data protection.

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

AspectStorage Backup ArchitectStorage Engineer
Required CertificationsCertifications like SNIA, CompTIA Storage+Certifications like Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Storage+
Work EnvironmentDesigning backup solutions, planning storage architecturesImplementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting storage systems
Industry UsageUsed in data centers, enterprise IT, cloud environmentsCommon in IT departments managing storage infrastructure

The Storage Backup Architect focuses on designing and planning backup and storage solutions, ensuring data protection strategies are effective. In contrast, the Storage Engineer handles the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of storage systems. Both roles require similar certifications and are integral to data management in enterprise environments, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Storage Backup Architect job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $148,750 per year, or $71.5 per hour.

Senior Hitachi Storage Technical Consulant

Addison, TX • On-site

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Company Description
This is for a large globally known retail company in Addison, Tx.
Job Description
SPECIFIC SKILL SET REQUIREMENTS:
  • Designing, implementation and administration of storage infrastructure
  • Designing, implementing, and managing a Fabric switched (Brocade) environment
  • Architectural level experience with Hitachi VSP/HUS-VM/USP/AMS storage systems and their software suites
  • Architectural level experience with HP/3Par E/F/T/V/HP10K storage systems and their software suites
  • Architectural level experience with SAN/NAS technology features:

o Snapshots, Thin-provisioning, VM integration
  • Backup infrastructure design, implementation and administration including:

o Tape libraries (Quantum), Deduplication appliances
  • Managing a Symantec NetBackup 6.X/7.X environment including:

o Vault, OpsCenter, Storage Lifecycle Policies, OST
o Oracle/SQL/Exchange backups, Virtualization backups
  • Installation, configuration and support of Microsoft Clusters (2003/2008)
  • Performance analysis and tuning
  • Projects coordination, implementation and management
  • Troubleshooting storage/backup topologies
  • Programming and/or scripting proficiency
  • Experience with UNIX/Linux
  • DFS (Windows) deployment and administration
  • Experience with networking, routing, TCP/IP
  • Capable of providing 7x24 on-call support and troubleshooting

This is a Technical Consultant role with extensive knowledge of data protection and backup technologies. To be considered, candidates must demonstrate a passion for supporting and maintaining mission-critical systems and the infrastructure that hosts them, and be capable of maintaining a calm and cooperative demeanor in high-pressure situations. Candidate must also possess excellent relationship building and communication skills.
WHAT EXACTLY THIS INDIVIDUAL WILL BE WORKING ON:
  • Storage design, implementation and administration support
  • Backup design, implementation and administration support
  • Authors and maintains technical documentation, standards and procedures, and architectural diagrams
  • Creates presentations and writes business justifications to support technical recommendations

Storage and Backup design, implementation and high-level supporting of the various application teams attached to the SAN in different locations. The storage environment currently includes 3Par and Hitachi technologies. The backup environment currently includes Symantec NetBackup software suite, Symantec NetBackup Appliances, DataDomain appliances, and Quantum Scalar tape libraries. The individual will be responsible for provisioning, upgrading/patching different versions of storage related drivers and firmware, troubleshooting performance issues, backup/recovery, and automating daily activities around the storage and backup environment.
EDUCATION REQUIRED OR DESIRED:
BS or BA with an emphasis on Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
CERTIFICATION(S) REQUIRED OR DESIRED:
None
Qualifications
-Hitachi
-Brocade
-Netbackup
Additional Information
3 Months Contract to Hire
This company eventually wants this person to become a lead architect.

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