· Experienced in NetApp Storage (Deploying and administering NetApp Storage – CDOT and 7-Mode, Troubleshooting Performance Issues, performing firmware and operating system upgrades, using storage management tools – ActiveIQ Unified Manager/ Insight, SnapCenter, Managing backup integration with NetApp technologies).
· Experienced in DELL EMC ISILON Storage (Deploying and administering Isilon Storage, CDOT and 7-Mode, Troubleshooting Performance Issues, performing firmware and operating system upgrades, using storage management tools – OnCommand Unified Manager/ Performance Manager/ Insight, Managing backup integration with NetApp technologies);
· Proficient understanding of NetApp Storage concepts, related management tools and related Storage technologies (Snapshots, controller failover, provisioning, deduplication, cloning, SnapMirror, IntelliSnap) including monitoring and troubleshooting, administration, replication technologies, security hardening.
· Experience in other NetApp storage products like Cloud Volume ONTAP, Amazon FSXn, Azure NetApp Files, Storage grid, E-Series, SolidFire/HCI would be highly regarded.
· Experience in NetApp MetroCluster Architecture and Administration will be an added advantage.
· Experience in performing Switch Upgrades is desired.
· Experience in writing basic Python/Ansible scripts would be beneficial.
· A thorough understanding of other components in the infrastructure stack – compute, virtualization and networks.
· Strong understanding of Storage protocols and technologies.
· Knowledge in ITIL methodologies: Change, Incident, Problem and Configuration Management.
· ITIL Fundamentals certification desired.
· Working knowledge of monitoring platforms, backup and disaster recovery platforms.
· Experience in Linux and Windows System Administration
· Strong customer communication and documentation skills.
· Built and maintained strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
· Positive, proactive, team-orientated attitude with a flexible and innovative approach to work