Storage and Infrastructure Engineer

Job Summary Our client, a major communication services provider, is seeking a Senior Storage and Infrastructure Engineer to support the reliability, availability, security, and scalability of enterprise storage, data protection, virtualization, and server infrastructure. This role will design, build, and operate block, file/NFS, and S3/object storage solutions, enterprise backup and cyber-recovery platforms, and VMware Cloud Foundation environments supporting mission-critical applications. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on experience with enterprise storage and data protection technologies and will partner with network, security, and operations teams to deliver highly available, isolated, and recoverable infrastructure. The role will also focus on automation, disaster recovery, capacity planning, and continuous improvement of infrastructure operations. Core ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain highly available, scalable, and secure block, file/NFS, and object storage infrastructure using technologies such as Dell PowerMax, Dell PowerScale/Isilon, Pure Storage, and MinIODesign, deploy, and operate VMware Cloud Foundation, including vSphere, vSAN, NSX, SDDC Manager, and Aria, with responsibility for lifecycle management, upgrades, and capacityDeploy and maintain Dell and Cisco server infrastructure, including firmware management, lifecycle activities, and hardware refreshesPlan and execute storage, backup, and virtualization upgrades and migrations while minimizing service disruptionMonitor infrastructure health, performance, and capacity using tools such as Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, VictoriaMetrics, and SplunkEngineer and support enterprise data protection platforms including Rubrik, Cohesity, and Veritas NetBackup, covering policy design, replication, immutability, and recovery workflowsManage replication and snapshot technologies, including SRDF and SnapVX, to support defined RPO and RTO objectivesAutomate provisioning, configuration, and infrastructure lifecycle activities using Ansible/AWX/AAP, Python, Bash, NetBox, and MAASConduct performance testing, capacity planning, and forecasting for storage and compute environmentsDevelop, test, and maintain disaster recovery and cyber-recovery plans while regularly validating recoverabilitySupport incident, problem, and change management processes and participate in on-call support as requiredMaintain the security and isolation of data resilience and recovery environments, including controlled-ingress and data-diode workflowsDevelop and maintain runbooks, architectural documentation, and technical standardsMentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across infrastructure initiatives Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related discipline, and/or equivalent professional experience5+ years supporting enterprise storage, systems, or site reliability environments, including block, file, and object storage platforms5+ years designing and operating VMware virtualization environments, including VCF and vSphere on Dell and Cisco server infrastructureStrong background with enterprise storage technologies, including Dell PowerMax, Dell PowerScale/Isilon, and Pure StorageDemonstrated expertise with enterprise data protection platforms such as Rubrik, Cohesity, and Veritas NetBackupHands-on knowledge of NFS and S3/object storage solutions, including platforms such as MinIO or Pure FlashBladeProven proficiency in infrastructure automation, leveraging technologies such as Ansible/AWX/AAP or TerraformExtensive knowledge of monitoring, logging, and alerting technologies, including Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, and SplunkAdvanced scripting and development skills using Python and/or BashWorking knowledge of SAN fabrics, IP networking, Kubernetes, Git, Linux and Windows administration, and data center operations Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)Certifications in virtualization, storage, data protection, Kubernetes, or networking, including VCP/VCAP, Dell, Pure Storage, Rubrik, Cohesity, or NetBackupWorking in a DevOps or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) environmentSupporting Dell and Cisco rack-mount server platformsKnowledge of applicable regulatory and compliance requirementsSupporting large-scale telecommunications or similarly complex technology environmentsExperience with isolated, air-gapped, or cyber-recovery vault environments and data-diode architecturesExperience with MAAS, NetBox, Palo Alto, or Cisco network integrations Key CompetenciesEnterprise Storage Architecture: Strong understanding of block, file/NFS, and object storage architectures in large-scale environmentsData Protection & Recovery: Expertise in enterprise backup, replication, immutability, disaster recovery, and cyber-recovery practicesVirtualization: Advanced knowledge of VMware Cloud Foundation and associated VMware infrastructure technologiesMonitoring & Performance Management: Skilled in proactively monitoring platform health, capacity, availability, and performanceInfrastructure Security & Resilience: Strong understanding of secure, isolated, and highly recoverable infrastructure environmentsTroubleshooting & Problem Solving: Ability to diagnose complex storage, virtualization, server, and data protection issues and drive them through resolution Work EnvironmentLocation: Denver, COWork Model: Hybrid Compensation & BenefitsPay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $87,000 and $125,000 annually. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance PlansEmployee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)401K offered About KellyMitchell At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice. 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