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Storage Engineer

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$115K - $132K/yr

Vision insurance SarelaTech is seeking a Senior Storage Engineer in Fort Belvoir, VA to partner on a large enterprise IT contract for the Department of War (DoW) to support storage operations across ...

Storage Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the ... NetApp NCIE or Dell EMC Storage Engineer * ITIL v4 Education * Bachelor's in computer science or ...

We are seeking a Lead Storage Engineer to join our team supporting the Department of Transportation ... Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the ...

May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. * Amount of ... REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience * 7-10 years in storage engineering. * Demonstrated experience ...

NO Contract : 6month Contract to hire Responsibilities of the Sr NetApp Storage Engineer include: • Implement Storage Area Networks (SAN) and related technologies such as iSCSI and NDMP networking ...

Storage Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the ... NetApp NCIE or Dell EMC Storage Engineer * ITIL v4 Education * Bachelor's in computer science or ...

Responsibilities We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Storage Engineer to join our team ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Storage Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$80K - $128K/yr

Responsibilities We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Storage Engineer to join our team ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

This position is CONTINGENT upon contract award** The Storage Engineer (STE) designs, implements, manages, and troubleshoots storage area networks (SANs) and CGS storage systems, ensuring high ...

Responsibilities We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Storage Engineer to join our team ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

This position is CONTINGENT upon contract award** The Storage Engineer (STE) designs, implements, manages, and troubleshoots storage area networks (SANs) and CGS storage systems, ensuring high ...

Contract (6-12+ Months Possible extension) Storage · Good Knowledge on components and ... engineers and review change requests, SOPs, and implementation plans. · Participate in CAB ...

The Storage Engineer, Senior provides technical leadership for enterprise storage platforms that ... contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of ...

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How much do storage engineer contract jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for storage engineer contract in the United States is $56.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.63 and $66.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Storage Engineer working on a contract basis?

As a contract Storage Engineer, your main responsibilities will include configuring storage devices, monitoring system performance, performing data migrations, and ensuring data backups and disaster recovery protocols are in place. You may also be tasked with troubleshooting issues, applying firmware updates, and supporting the integration of new technologies within multi-vendor environments. Collaboration with network engineers, system administrators, and project managers is common, as projects often require teamwork to meet organizational goals. Contract roles can provide exposure to diverse technical environments and project types, helping you build valuable expertise and professional connections.

What is a Storage Engineer Contract job?

A Storage Engineer Contract job is a temporary position where a professional is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing storage infrastructure for an organization. Contractors in this role may work on data storage solutions, backup and recovery systems, and performance optimization. They often collaborate with IT teams to ensure storage systems meet business needs. These contracts can range from a few months to a year and may require expertise in technologies like SAN, NAS, cloud storage, and virtualization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Storage Engineer Contract position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Storage Engineer Contract, you need expertise in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting storage systems, often demonstrated through prior experience and relevant technical education. Familiarity with SAN/NAS technologies, storage management tools (such as NetApp, EMC, or Dell), and certifications like CompTIA Storage+ or vendor-specific credentials is highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to adapt quickly in dynamic environments are standout soft skills. These capabilities ensure reliable data availability, smooth system operations, and effective collaboration with IT teams during complex projects.

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Storage Engineer

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Fort Belvoir, VA • On-site

$115K - $132K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance

SarelaTech is seeking a Senior Storage Engineer in Fort Belvoir, VA to partner on a large enterprise IT contract for the Department of War (DoW) to support storage operations across multiple geographic locations. The Storage Engineer SME provides senior technical leadership for enterprise storage services under the Defense Threat Reduction Agency Information Management & Technical Directorate Integrated Information Technology Services (I3TS) contract.
This role architects, implements, and sustains highly available storage platforms supporting mission-critical I3TS workloads across primary, alternate, and regional environments. The engineer drives performance optimization, capacity planning, and resilient backup and recovery strategies to meet recovery objectives, continuity requirements, and operational service levels. This position ensures storage operations align with organizational and federal compliance requirements and coordinates closely with EOC, infrastructure, network, and security teams.
Required Qualifications:

  • The candidate must have bachelors degree with 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or a Masters degree with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience. Additional experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience supervising others
  • Extensive experience administering enterprise-level data storage systems (Dell Storage Center, Dell Compellent, and Data Domain preferred) with a demonstrated understanding of the following services and technologies
  • SAN administration including provisioning of LUNs, managing fiber channel zoning, and mapping storage to servers
  • NAS administration including NFS and SMB file sharing
  • Integration with VMWare ESX Server
  • Data migration strategies
  • Snapshots
  • Volume replication
  • Managing file and share permissions in an Active Directory environment
  • Storage monitoring and performance tuning
  • Understanding of Cloud storage management
  • Extensive experience managing and administering Veritas Rubrik
  • Experience with scripting technologies such as PowerShell
  • Working knowledge of Unix or Linux based operating systems
  • Working knowledge of Distributed File System (DFS)
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to mentor junior team members
  • Ability to complete complex projects with minimal direction
  • Experience working independently to support a 24/7/365 customer environment
  • Experience contributing to deliverables and meeting performance metrics
  • Experience coordinating with senior management and customers
  • Candidate must, at a minimum, meet DoD 8570.11- IAT Level II certification requirements (currently Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GSEC, or SSCP along with an appropriate computing environment (CE) certification)
  • An active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required for this position.
  • Due to the nature of the government contracts we support, US Citizenship is required.