Storage Engineer

• Analyze software versions, patches, and upgrades for compliance and implementation timelines
• Incorporate physical security of data at rest and in transit into designs, tests, and implementation guidance
• Design disaster recovery plans and backup/archive procedures
• Create performance and data-usage reports and metrics using office automation applications
• Test and facilitate accreditation of new solutions and major upgrades for IATT and ATO
• Develop wiring diagrams, boundary diagrams, SOPs, security information, installation and upgrade procedures, and other documentation
• Analyze requirements, CONOPS, and system architectures to create infrastructure and data center designs
• Collaborate with Operations teams and Government stakeholders to refine requirements and ensure availability, reliability, resiliency, and operability objectives
• Research design characteristics and conduct Analyses of Alternatives, feasibility studies, and proofs of concept
• Incorporate capacity, performance, and service-level metrics into designs
• Produce engineering and design artifacts, test cases, training materials, and supporting documentation, including CONOPS
• Research new technologies and capabilities and support CSI and innovation activities
• Use Lab facilities for experimentation, technical investigation, and feasibility validation
• Develop test cases and scripts for unit and system tests
• Support transfer of engineered solutions to Operations teams during acceptance testing, Blue/Green fielding, and early production use
• Provide advanced troubleshooting, repair, and optimization for VDI components
• Develop and execute IT equipment strategy covering assessment, vendor evaluation, procurement, deployment, governance, compliance, and risk management
• Deliver end-to-end engineering transition support from development to operational maintenance

Requirements

• Current Top Secret SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly prior to start
• DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role, minimum Security+
• HS and 12+ years of experience, AA and 10+ years, BS/BA and 8+ years, MS/MA and 6+ years, or PhD and 4+ years
• Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience designing, integrating, validating, and implementing IT hardware and software solutions
• Experience in storage design concepts/processes related to efficient allocation, provisioning, configuration, security, and throughput
• Net App Certified Data Administrator (NCDA) – ONTAP or equivalent OEM vendor certification
• Willingness to learn new skills and technologies
• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (desired)
• Familiarity with IC ITE services and classified environments (desired)
• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification or higher (desired)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing IT hardware and software solutions, with a strong focus on compliance, security, and operational efficiency. Proficient in developing disaster recovery plans, performance metrics, and technical documentation while collaborating with stakeholders to meet operational objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Top Secret SCI Clearance
• DOD 8140 Certification
• Net App Certified Data Administrator (NCDA)
• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification
• Hands-On Experience in IT Hardware and Software Solutions

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Disaster Recovery Planning
• Data Center Design
• Performance Metrics Development
• IT Hardware Integration
• Storage Design Concepts
• Technical Documentation
• Unit and System Testing
• Advanced Troubleshooting
• Capacity Planning
• Security Compliance

Soft Skills

• Collaboration
• Problem-Solving
• Adaptability
• Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• DOD 8140 Certification
• Net App Certified Data Administrator (NCDA)
• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification

Industry Keywords

• IC ITE Services
• Classified Environments
• Compliance
• Risk Management
• Operational Maintenance

Tools & Technologies

• Office Automation Applications
• VDI Components
• Lab Facilities for Experimentation