SmartSource Inc is seeking a Senior Backup Administrator in Mechanicsburg, PA
Location: Mechanicsburg PA
Position Title: Senior Backup Administrator
Estimated Start Date: 6/2/13
Hours/Days: Monday-Friday: 8:30AM-5:30PM-(Must Be Flexible With Hours As This Is A Large Scale Deployment)
Salary: $100,000
Job Description: We are in need of a Sr. Backup Administrator for a direct placement opportunity with our customer in Mechanicsburg PA. The primary purpose of this role is to administer and provide high quality technical support in our CommVault and overall backup and recovery / disaster recovery environments. This includes internal systems as well as those which are customer facing. This role functions as the system administrator for backup platforms including: server builds, operating system upgrades, patches, backups, application monitoring, documentation and general administration tasks. Role will routinely interface with project managers, database administrators, application developers, end users and customers. We are looking for a self starter with a positive attitude that enjoys supporting and helping others
Communications, Projects, Policies & Procedures
• Plans, directs and co-ordinates the efforts of vendors and internal stakeholders in the development, deployment and management of technical solutions and other projects supporting the division and region
• Identifies opportunities where can improve service levels and / or reduce operating expenses
• Supports executive reporting through the creation of presentations, proposals and other documents
• Prepares and presents service level updates and status reports on Projects, Wintel Issues, Budgets, etc.
• Experienced and effective ability to propose, refine and implement project standards, policies and procedures
• Understands and promotes key IT processes (ex. Incident Management, Change Management, Problem Management, Configuration Management, Service Level Management, Capacity Management, etc.)
• Proficiency with MS Office products (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio & Project)
Vendor & Customer Management
• Manages the selection, purchase and installation of Windows devices, applications and related systems
• Negotiates and manages vendor agreements, contracts and major expenditures
• Meets with vendors to discuss and address infrastructure problems, projects and administrative issues
• Manages service levels through the creation and implementation of standards, policies and procedures
Expectations:
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a team
• Provide on-call support and customer service 24x7x365 as needed (via Laptop, cell phone, home phone, etc.)
• Remain professional, positive and patient at all times
• Detail oriented and committed to meeting deadlines
• Must be flexible, dependable and able to multi-task
• Solve problems quickly and effectively
• Stay calm in high risk, high pressure situations
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain shift/schedule flexibility
• Stay abreast of current technological developments/trends
• Ability to think on your feet and maintain service levels at all times
• Ability to have fun in a hectic environment and put customer needs first
• 10% travel in support of site, regional and managerial priorities
Requirements:
• Must pass a criminal and drug background check upon an offer being made
• Bachelor of Science degree (EE, CS, etc.)
o Candidates without a Bachelor’s degree will NOT be considered
• Desired Certifications/Key Experience:
o CommVault
• Eight (8) years of experience with large scale Data Center environments with in depth knowledge of:
o CommVault Backup & Recovery Solutions
o Disaster Recovery
o Tape Library Management
• Recent experience with Windows, Linux, Unix and Oracle Database systems from a backup perspective
• General system administration skills involving one or more of the above operating systems
• Understanding of TCP/IP and LAN/WAN connectivity
• Comprehensive experience with disaster recovery preparedness and recovery exercises
• Ability to establish and maintain backup architecture best practices, including procedures, templates and relevant documentation
If you're interested or know anybody that might be please send a WORD resume to Jason:
[Click Here to Email Your Resumé]Jason Fowler
IT Recruiter
SmartSource, Inc
(630) 607-7210 Direct
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