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Cohesity, Rubrik, Zerto, Veeam, Commvault, or NetBackup. - Working knowledge of IaC tooling (Terraform, Ansible) and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for recovery automation. - Strong ...

Commvault, Zerto, Acronis, Cohesity, or comparable backup/DR platforms - including policy configuration, job monitoring, troubleshooting, and recovery execution * Operating Systems: Windows Server ...

Implement Zerto Virtual Manager (ZVM) and Virtual Replication Appliances (VRAs) for real-time replication mapping. * Configure the Zerto Journal for point-in-time recovery, enabling the ability to ...

Site Reliability Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$53.25 - $70.75/hr

Support disaster recovery operations, including Zerto replication and Rubrik backup infrastructure. * Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and blameless postmortems to drive ...

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How much do zerto jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for zerto in the United States is $42,221.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28,000.00 and $52,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Zerto specialist, you need expertise in disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and virtualization technologies, often supported by IT or computer science degrees. Proficiency with Zerto Virtual Replication software, VMware, Hyper-V, and related certifications such as ZCP (Zerto Certified Professional) is highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work under pressure make candidates stand out. These skills are critical to ensuring rapid, seamless recovery of data and systems during outages or disasters, safeguarding business operations.

What is a Zerto job?

A Zerto job typically refers to tasks associated with Zerto, an enterprise-class disaster recovery and business continuity solution. These jobs often involve managing and monitoring Zerto's replication technology, ensuring data protection, and configuring disaster recovery policies. Professionals in this role may work with VMware, Hyper-V, or cloud environments to ensure seamless failover and failback processes. They are responsible for maintaining high availability, testing disaster recovery plans, and troubleshooting replication issues. Zerto jobs are often found in IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and disaster recovery teams.

What does a typical workday look like for a Zerto specialist?

As a Zerto specialist, your day often involves monitoring replication processes, troubleshooting failover issues, and collaborating with IT teams to implement disaster recovery strategies. You may spend time conducting regular testing of business continuity plans, maintaining documentation, and providing technical support to end-users or clients. Collaboration with network administrators, system engineers, and backup teams is common to ensure seamless protection of critical data. This dynamic role typically blends both routine system checks and fast-paced incident response, offering an engaging and impactful work environment.

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Infographic showing various Zerto job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 73% In-person, and 27% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,221 per year, or $20.3 per hour.
Tier 2 Backup & Disaster Recovery Engineer (3rd Shift)

Tier 2 Backup & Disaster Recovery Engineer (3rd Shift)

Lightedge

Dallas, TX • On-site, Remote

$70K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

LightEdge Solutions is developing the IT solutions that will propel businesses forward over the next 10 years. Using a combination of shared and private/dedicated platforms, LightEdge has been successful in offering businesses alternatives that streamline operations, improve reliability and reduce costs.
If you are passionate about creating real solutions that help businesses with cutting-edge technology, want to be challenged to think out of the box and be in a position where you can impact change on a daily basis, then LightEdge can offer you a dynamic corporate environment built on teamwork and personal responsibility.
Lightedge is seeking a Tier 2 Backup & Disaster Recovery Engineer to support our growing managed services platform. This role is critical in troubleshooting, triaging, and supporting enterprise backup technologies for our clients. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with Veeam and Commvault, a working knowledge of AWS and Azure backup environments, and the ability to manage customer incidents calmly and effectively in fast-paced situations while maintaining strong attention to detail.
Responsibilities:
  • Own support tickets from intake to resolution, adhering to defined SLAs and escalation guidelines while ensuring clear communication and follow-through with customers
  • Troubleshoot backup job failures, configuration issues, and restore requests with a methodical and detail-oriented approach
  • Provide frontline support for Veeam, Commvault, AWS Backup, Azure Backup, and related data protection platforms
  • Actively monitor system alerts and backup job statuses, responding quickly and effectively under pressure
  • Follow established escalation paths to Platform Owners or SMEs, ensuring smooth collaboration and handoffs
  • Document all technical steps, findings, and resolutions thoroughly in the internal ticketing system
  • Collaborate with internal teams to improve platform performance and overall customer experience
  • Contribute to the team knowledge base by identifying repeat issues and gaps in documentation

Education & Experience:
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a technical support or Tier 2 systems/backup engineering role
  • Proficiency with Veeam or Commvault backup systems
  • Working knowledge of AWS and/or Microsoft Azure backup services
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured, SLA-driven environment
  • Experience working within defined support workflows and documentation standards
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused mindset
  • Ability to remain composed and effective in high-pressure situations

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced experience with Veeam, Commvault, AWS, and Azure backup environments
  • Zerto experience or Zerto Certified Professional (ZCP) certification
  • Experience supporting BaaS offerings in a service provider or MSP environment
  • Strong understanding of Windows Server, VMware, networking, and storage fundamentals
  • Familiarity with ITIL or similar operational frameworks
  • Process-driven mindset with the flexibility to adapt during critical incidents
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation

Shift Schedule:
Sunday through Thursday
11:00 pm CT - 7:00 am CT
$70,000 - $85,000 a year
With over 20 years in business, LightEdge offers a full stack of best-in-class IT services delivering flexibility, security, and control. Our solutions include premier colocation across seven purpose-built data centers spanning Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, Austin, TX, and Raleigh, NC, industry-leading private Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and cloud platforms, and the top global security and compliance measures. Our owned and operated facilities, integrated DR solutions, and premium compliant cloud choices make up a true Hybrid Cloud Solution Center. LightEdge annually undergoes third-party audits for ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS 3.2, and SSAE 18 SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and SOC 3.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.