AWS Storage Architect — Onsite Irvine

Network Storage Administrator
- Irvine, CA

• Contract

Job Title:

Network Storage Administrator

Location:

Irvine, CA (100% Onsite role 5 days/Week)

Duration: 12 Months Contract

• Architect Connectivity & Storage:
  Design and oversee the implementation of enterprise-scale VPC topologies, hybrid networking, and multi-tier storage strategies on AWS.
• Own the Data Lifecycle:
  Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of data storage, from high-performance block storage (EBS) to scalable object storage (S3) and automated lifecycle policies.
• Modernize the Infrastructure:
  Lead the transition from legacy storage/network patterns to modern, automated, and code-driven infrastructure (IaC).
• Be the Client-Facing Expert:
  Lead technical discovery sessions to understand data movement and storage requirements, translating them into robust architectural roadmaps.
• Set the Standard:
  Define and enforce best practices for network security (Security Groups, NACLs), data encryption, and cross-region disaster recovery.
• Solve the Unsolvable:
  Act as the final point of escalation for complex performance bottlenecks, networking hiccups, and critical recovery scenarios.

• Professional
  
  Experience:
  
  5-8+ years of experience in network administration, storage management, or cloud infrastructure operations.
• AWS Infrastructure Mastery:
  Deep architectural expertise in AWS networking (VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect) and storage (S3, EBS, EFS, FSx).
• Automation Mindset:
  Proficiency in Python or Bash scripting and experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or AWS Cloud Formation).
• Data Protection Expert:
  Proven ability to implement robust backup, recovery, and replication strategies in a high-stakes environment.
• Security First:
  Strong understanding of IAM, data encryption at rest/in transit, and network-level security protocols.
• Client-Facing Excellence:
  Exceptional skills in leading technical workshops and presenting infrastructure solutions to executive stakeholders.
• Startup Mentality: A strategic "builder" mindset with a genuine thirst for knowledge and the agility to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

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