Technical Consultant - Datacenter & Cloud

Technical Consultant

AHEAD is seeking a Technical Consultant for the implementation and optimization of enterprise storage environments across datacenter and cloud environments. This is a customer‑facing, delivery‑focused role responsible for deployment of scalable storage solutions, execution of infrastructure projects, and serving as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams. The ideal candidate brings strong hands‑on experience across block and file storage, SAN infrastructure, troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration across delivery work streams.

This role requires travel throughout the US.

• Implement storage solutions for performance, availability, recoverability, scalability, and operational simplicity across on‑premises and cloud environments.
• Deploy data center and cloud storage technologies including Power Max, Power Scale, Power Store, Net App ONTAP, Storage GRID, Pure Flash Array and Flash Blade, Nasuni, Cloudian, and related platforms.
• Design, configure, and deploy SAN infrastructure, including Cisco and Brocade Fibre Channel switching.
• Perform SAN interoperability analysis across server, switch, and storage infrastructure.
• Support replication and storage continuity technologies such as SRDF, SyncIQ, Pure, Snap Mirror, Zerto, and related array or host‑based tools.
• Develop technical documentation including solution designs, implementation plans, operational procedures, and knowledge transfer materials.
• Act as a technical point of contact during delivery engagements, status meetings, cutovers, and escalation events.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, account teams, and customer stakeholders to align scope, timeline, and technical outcomes.
• Provide post‑implementation knowledge transfer, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement recommendations.
• Contribute to delivery consistency, technical quality, and customer satisfaction while supporting junior team members as needed.
• Maintain awareness of emerging storage, cloud, and infrastructure trends and recommend practical improvements to delivery methods and client environments.

• Hands‑on experience in enterprise storage infrastructure delivery roles, ideally within consulting, professional services, or complex customer delivery environments.
• Strong experience with major storage platforms including Dell‑EMC Power Max or VMAX, Power Scale or Isilon, Unity, Power Store, Pure Storage, Net App, Nasuni, Cloudian, and comparable enterprise technologies.
• Experience with SAN implementation and interoperability analysis.
• Experience with integrating, and supporting storage solutions across major cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
• Working knowledge of automation and orchestration using tools such as Python, Bash, Power Shell, JavaScript, Ansible, Terraform, or Jenkins.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex storage and connectivity issues across arrays, hosts, switches, and supporting infrastructure ecosystems.
• Strong communication and documentation skills, including the ability to explain risks and recommendations to both technical and business stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in client‑facing delivery environments.
• Experience in deployment and support of enterprise storage systems including both block and unstructured data.
• Familiarity with AI productivity tools and practical use of automation to improve delivery consistency and speed.
• Experience contributing to customer workshops, technical discovery, and solution planning activities.
• Take ownership of assigned technical work streams and contribute as a trusted member of the Storage Delivery Team.
• Deliver high‑quality work with strong attention to execution, risk management, and customer outcomes.
• Build credibility quickly with customer teams and internal delivery, architecture, and sales stakeholders.
• Balance deep technical execution with customer service, communication, and business awareness.
• Contribute to AHEAD Storage Practice Growth through skills development and shared knowledge.

The compensation range indicated in this posting reflects the On-Target Earnings ("OTE") for this role, which includes a base salary and any applicable target bonus amount. This OTE range may vary based on the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid company holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Plus more! See benefits for additional details.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived.