Storage Systems Engineer (Onsite

Location

US-FL-ST PETERSBURG-381BD ~ 7401 22nd Ave N ~ BLDG D

United States of America

Onsite

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

DoD Clearance:
Top Secret

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Join a high‑performing team that supports some of the most dynamic and mission‑critical programs in the industry. As a Principal Storage and Data Protection Administrator, you will play a key role in safeguarding classified systems by ensuring our storage and backup environments are secure, reliable, and consistently meeting the needs of our engineering and program teams.

In this role, you will be the go‑to expert for storage hardware, networking, and enterprise backup tools such as Net Backup and Veeam. You’ll partner closely with program stakeholders to evaluate storage performance, prioritize data protection needs, and ensure backups are executed, tested, and validated with precision.

This is onsite position in St. Petersburg, FL, a DoD Clearance is required.

• Lead storage and data‑protection best practices across the program and serve as the primary SME for storage and backup technologies.
• Work directly with stakeholders to understand requirements, optimize performance, and manage capacity.
• Oversee daily backup operations, ensure successful job completion, troubleshoot failures, and conduct quarterly recovery testing.
• Maintain backup agreements, health checklists, and documentation to support smooth audit and compliance activities.
• Support system upgrades, hardware deployments, and continuous improvements in storage and data‑protection workflows.
• Collaborate across architecture teams, engineering, network operations, vendors, and program leadership.
• Provide technical mentorship and contribute to building team capability.
• Participate in a 24×7 operational environment when needed.

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance is required Day 1.
• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, or master’s degree and 3+ years of experience.
• Hands‑on experience with enterprise storage and backup platforms (Veeam, Veritas, Net App ONTAP, Dell).
• Proficiency with Red Hat Linux and Windows operating systems (Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2016–2022).
• Experience implementing storage governance, data‑retention standards, and lifecycle management to control growth and optimize resources.

• Ability to obtain DoDD 8140 / 8570 certification (e.g., Security+ CE) within six months.
• Strong knowledge of Net App, Veritas, and Veeam platforms.
• Experience in Agile Scrum environments.
• Familiarity with NIST and RMF frameworks.
• Background with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, SCCM, and VMware (vCenter, vSphere, ESXi).
• Experience with thin‑client technologies, Centrify, scripting, and distributed computing environments.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance is preferred.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical…