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Endepth Solutions

Storage Subject Matter Expert

Laurel, MD ยท On-site

$225K - $255K/yr

This role will serve as the technical lead for enterprise storage, backup, virtualization, and supporting Linux infrastructure. The selected candidate will provide expert-level administration of ...

HDR

Storage & Data Protection Engineer 1

Omaha, NE ยท On-site

Perform basic backup job monitoring, restore validation support, and operational checks across storage and data protection platforms. Help execute standard recovery procedures and participate in ...

HDR

Storage & Data Protection Engineer 1

Omaha, NE

Perform basic backup job monitoring, restore validation support, and operational checks across storage and data protection platforms. Help execute standard recovery procedures and participate in ...

HDR

Storage & Data Protection Engineer 2

Omaha, NE ยท On-site

Administer and support backup and recovery operations across virtual infrastructure, storage platforms, and selected cloud services. Perform restore testing, recovery validation, and routine disaster ...

K-Tek Resourcing LLC

Storage Engineer

Spring, TX

... SAN storage backup and recovery and exposure to SAN Data replication tools. ยท Experience on Cisco and Brocade fabric switch/Directors. Configuring new switch, upgrades, zoning, VSAN and ...

HDR

Storage & Data Protection Engineer 2

Omaha, NE ยท On-site

Administer and support backup and recovery operations across virtual infrastructure, storage platforms, and selected cloud services. Perform restore testing, recovery validation, and routine disaster ...

AGE solutions

Storage Architect

Fort Belvoir, VA

Provide storage, backup, and system administration. * Support on-premises and cloud-hosted environments. * Support management related tasks as required to include onboarding, offboarding, and ...

AGE Solutions

Storage Architect

Richmond, VA ยท On-site

Provide storage, backup, and system administration. * Support on-premises and cloud-hosted environments. * Support management related tasks as required to include onboarding, offboarding, and ...

AGE solutions

Storage Architect

Dayton, OH ยท On-site

Provide storage, backup, and system administration. * Support on-premises and cloud-hosted environments. * Support management related tasks as required to include onboarding, offboarding, and ...

AGE solutions

Storage Architect

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

Provide storage, backup, and system administration. * Support on-premises and cloud-hosted environments. * Support management related tasks as required to include onboarding, offboarding, and ...

AGE solutions

Storage Architect

Battle Creek, MI ยท On-site

Provide storage, backup, and system administration. * Support on-premises and cloud-hosted environments. * Support management related tasks as required to include onboarding, offboarding, and ...

AGE solutions

Storage Architect

Richmond, VA ยท On-site

Provide storage, backup, and system administration. * Support on-premises and cloud-hosted environments. * Support management related tasks as required to include onboarding, offboarding, and ...

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How much do storage backup jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for storage backup in the United States is $37.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.25 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in Storage Backup roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Storage Backup roles often encounter challenges such as managing data growth, ensuring backup reliability, and minimizing downtime during restores. Keeping up with evolving technologies and integrating cloud-based solutions can also be demanding. To address these challenges, it's important to stay updated with industry best practices, regularly test backup procedures, and foster strong communication with IT and security teams. Many organizations also provide training and opportunities to specialize in emerging backup technologies, supporting career growth and skill development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Storage Backup Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Storage Backup Specialist, you need a solid understanding of data backup and recovery concepts, storage systems, and IT infrastructure, often supported by a degree in computer science or related certifications like CompTIA Storage+ or Veeam Certified Engineer. Familiarity with backup software (such as Veeam, Commvault, or Veritas), scripting languages, and monitoring tools is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate technical information clearly are essential soft skills for the role. These competencies are crucial to ensure data integrity, minimize downtime, and maintain business continuity in any organization.

What are Storage Backup jobs?

Storage Backup jobs involve managing and protecting digital data by creating copies (backups) of files, databases, and system information. Professionals in this field ensure that data is regularly backed up and can be restored in case of hardware failure, cyberattacks, or accidental deletion. They work with various backup technologies, implement backup policies, monitor storage systems, and perform disaster recovery procedures. These roles are critical for maintaining data integrity and business continuity in organizations.

What is the difference between Storage Backup vs Storage Administrator?

AspectStorage BackupStorage Administrator
CertificationsCompTIA Storage+, EMC Proven Professional, Cisco CCNA Data CenterCompTIA Storage+, Cisco CCNA Data Center, VMware certifications
Work EnvironmentData centers, IT departments, backup and recovery teamsData centers, IT infrastructure teams, system administration
Primary FocusData backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planningManaging storage systems, configuring storage hardware, optimizing storage resources
Common TasksImplementing backup solutions, restoring data, ensuring data integrityConfiguring storage arrays, monitoring storage performance, maintaining storage hardware

While Storage Backup specialists focus on safeguarding data through backup and recovery processes, Storage Administrators manage and maintain storage systems to ensure optimal performance. Both roles require similar certifications and often work closely within IT teams, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Storage Backup job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,999 per year, or $37.5 per hour.
Senior Hitachi Storage Technical Consulant

Senior Hitachi Storage Technical Consulant

ettain group

Addison, TX

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

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:

oย ย ย ย Snapshots, Thin-provisioning, VM integration

  • Backup infrastructure design, implementation and administration including:

oย ย ย ย Tape libraries (Quantum), Deduplication appliances

  • Managing a Symantec NetBackup 6.X/7.X environment including:

oย ย ย ย Vault, OpsCenter, Storage Lifecycle Policies, OST

oย ย ย ย 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.ย  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.ย 

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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