Storage Architect

About Us AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client‑focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future. The Storage Architect provides advanced technical expertise to a DoD storage team and supports development of innovative solutions for complex infrastructure challenges. The individual serves as a subject‑matter expert, guiding project teams and ensuring systems align with organizational and regulatory standards. They independently solve complex technical problems, support major projects, and help maintain a stable and efficient operational environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide advanced technical support, analysis, and guidance on complex infrastructure matters. Serve as a technical expert to project teams, offering interpretation and solution alternatives. Ensure hardware, operating systems, and software comply with organizational and regulatory requirements. Document system specifications, project plans, configurations, and testing activities. Contribute to research and development efforts that enhance infrastructure capabilities. Lead or support major technical projects, applying creative and effective problem‑solving approaches. Identify and resolve operational issues within the existing environment. Assign routine tasks to support staff and provide technical direction as needed. Support storage system security, ensuring deployments and configurations adhere to DISA STIGs and DoD cybersecurity policies. Coordinate the team’s support for after‑hours troubleshooting and incident response. Provide storage, backup, and system administration across on‑premises and cloud‑hosted environments. Support management related tasks such as onboarding, offboarding, and compilation of status and progress reports. Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required Experience Two (2) years in an advisory or managerial role supporting DoD or Federal enterprise infrastructure, including evaluating, integrating, and implementing enterprise‑level storage and backup software technologies. Five (5) years of hands‑on experience with enterprise SAN management, including Fiber Channel zoning, iSCSI, FCoE, unified fabric, HBAs/CNAs, storage controllers, LUNs, RAID, and file sharing/NAS. Hands‑on experience managing enterprise hierarchical storage systems and operating enterprise backup and restore services using tools such as Veritas NetBackup. Three (3) years of hands‑on experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) IT systems. Required Certifications DoD 8570 IAT II Certification Must also have one of the following Computing Environment certifications AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Hitachi Data Systems Qualified Professional Storage Administration Dell Certified Associate Information Storage and Management NetApp Certified Data Administrator (ONTAP) NetApp Certified Hybrid Cloud Administrator NetApp Certified Hybrid Cloud Architect NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer SAN Specialist (ONTAP) NetApp Certified Hybrid Cloud Implementation Engineer Veritas Certified Specialist Backup 10.x Required Security Clearance Current DoD Top Secret Clearance Required Work Location Must be able to work onsite full‑time at one of the following client locations Battle Creek, MI Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH Fort Belvoir, VA; Richmond, VA Hill AFB (Ogden), UT New Cumberland, PA; Philadelphia, PA Tracy, CA Preferred Qualifications DoD 8570 IAT III Certification Work Environment and Physical Demand Must be able to work in a network closet and sit at a computer desk for long periods of time. Must be able to lift between 35‑40 lbs to shoulder height multiple times a day. Compensation: $105,000+ Benefits 26 Days Paid Leave : Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. Choose how to use it. Performance Bonuses : Based on individual contributions and company‑wide results. 401(k) with Match : Match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting. Financial Protection : Company‑paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents. Health Benefits : Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options. Parental Leave : 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents. Military Differential Pay : Compensation for employees on active duty. Professional Growth : Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right. Shared Success : In the event of a company sale, 80% of net proceeds are returned to employees. At AGE, you’ll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people. #J-18808-Ljbffr