Senior Principal Systems Administrator & Storage Backup Architect

TCS•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Senior Principal Systems Administrator & Storage Backup Architect Secret Clearance Huntsville, AL At Technical Consulting Solutions (TCS), Inc., our team of professionals tackles many of our countrys most difficult engineering and technology challenges to further our countrys defense and space programs. At TCS, we strive to provide our people with a strong, interesting career along with strong benefits and work-life balance. This position supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in Huntsville, AL. These positions require US citizenship, an existing DoD clearance (Secret or higher), and on-site work at a facility in Huntsville, Alabama (telework is not available). Job Overview: System Administrator (Storage and Backup) The successful candidate will perform job duties as a Computer Systems Architect specializing in Storage and Backup Solutions. They will be responsible for installing, configuring, managing and maintaining storage and backup systems to ensure data integrity, availability, and security. Storage and backup solutions are in multiple lab environments operating in support of the IBCS Product Line in Huntsville, Alabama. The candidate will work closely with their Infrastructure teammates to support and enhance our infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and implement best practices. Identifies, analyzes, and resolves program support deficiencies. Develops and recommends corrective actions. Manage and maintain storage and backup systems, including SAN, NAS, and cloud storage solutions Monitor system performance and ensure high availability and reliability Perform regular data backups and recovery operations Implement and maintain disaster recovery plans Troubleshoot and resolve storage and backup-related issues. Collaborate with other IT team members to support overall infrastructure Ensure compliance with data protection and security policies Document system configurations, procedures, and policies Regular patching and upgrade cycles

Requirements

8 Years with Bachelor of Science; 6 Years with Masters; 3 Years with PhD; or 12 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Current DoD Secret Security Clearance
Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (i.e., Security+, CISSP, etc.)
Proficiency with storage technologies such as SAN, NAS, and cloud storage
Experience with backup software and tools (e.gI c., Veeam, Commvault, NetBackup)
Strong understanding of data protection and disaster recovery principles
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and documentation skills

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Storage+, VMware Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator)
Additional Operating System Environment Certification i.e., (MCSA, MCSE, Linux+, RHCSA, Net+, CCNA, VMware Certified, etc.)
Broad knowledge of systems administrations to include multiple technologies i.e., (Windows, Linux, Cisco, VMware, NetApp)
Scripting using Bash, PowerCLI, PowerShell
Experience with Dell Powerstore storage solutions
Experience with Veeam Backup and Replication
Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
Knowledge of scripting and automation (e.g., Ansible Automation, Python)
Bachelors degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math)

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain storage and backup systems, including SAN, NAS, and cloud storage solutions
Monitor system performance and ensure high availability and reliability
Perform regular data backups and recovery operations
Implement and maintain disaster recovery plans
Troubleshoot and resolve storage and backup-related issues
Collaborate with other IT team members to support overall infrastructure
Ensure compliance with data protection and security policies
Document system configurations, procedures, and policies
Regular patching and upgrade cycles