Enterprise Backup and Storage Administrator

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

Job Summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Enterprise Backup and Storage Administrator ( IT Storage Engineer Specialist III /IV) with experience managing SAN, NAS and backup environments. You will be part of the Computational Services team that oversees the enterprise and technical server and storage platforms for the Aerospace Corporation. The team oversees thousands of enterprise and high-performance computing systems both on-premise as well as in the cloud. We work with rocket scientists and engineers to develop cutting edge solutions to complex space enterprise problems and to assure mission success of critical national space assets. In your role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our enterprise storage environment, which include SAN, NAS and backup. S/he will be working and collaborating with other cross-functional team members who all have a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform backup operations support for Windows, Linux, Hyper-V and NAS systems including:
  • Backup and restore support
  • Maintain and support backup jobs and policies
  • Monitor backup environments
  • Report and escalate critical backup environment issues
  • Create and report backup environment status
  • Maintain and update backup environment auditing reports and logs
• Perform backup tape operations tasks including maintaining large enterprise tape libraries and offsite tape exchanges
• Perform capacity reports
• Work closely with other engineers across functional teams in areas such as Windows, Linux, high performance computing and networking
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work in collaborative, geographically distributed team
• Must have a strong work ethic, organized and detail-oriented, be a self-starter with excellent time-management, good problem solving and multitasking skills

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for the Enterprise Backup and Storage Administrator- ( IT Storage Engi neer Specialist III) include:

• A minimum of ( 3) or more years of increasingly responsible and relevant professional experience in an IT server/storage support role, including enterprise backups, preferably with NetBackup, is required
• Experience with large enterprise tape libraries including administration of off-site vaulting
• Basic working knowledge of computing systems (i.e., Microsoft Windows-and Linux-based servers) is required
• Familiar with basic SAN and NAS concepts and technologies including SAN zoning and LUN security, NFS, and Windows shares
• Document and train operations staff to run and maintain storage infrastructure
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills, with ability to remain professional and courteous in stressful situations
• The ability to obtain a CompTIA Security+ CE certification or equivalent which meets DoD 8570.01-M requirements for IAT Level II personnel will be required
• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Enterprise Backup and Storage Administrator- ( IT Storage Engi neer Specialist IV) include :

• A minimum of ( 5) or more years of increasingly responsible and relevant professional experience in an IT server/storage support role, including enterprise backups, preferably with NetBackup, is required
• A minimum of ( 3) or more years of with enterprise SAN and NAS preferably NetApp and Hitachi storage systems
• Experience performing SAN operations such as creating LUNs, LUN security
• Experience with fibre channel SAN infrastructure including SAN zoning
• Experience with provisioning and maintaining NFS and Windows shares on NAS storage

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Proven experience with Agile and Scrum is strongly preferred
• Experience with NAS replication and data protection solutions is desired
• Cisco MDS fibre channel switch experience is beneficial
• Object storage experience is a value-add
• CompTIA Security+ CE certification or equivalent that meets DoD 8570.01-M requirements for IAT Level II personnel is strongly preferred

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)
$37.44 - $68.52

Pay Basis: Hourly

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .