Azure Protection Engineer at SAIC

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Azure, CommVault, Data Protection, Disaster Recovery, Backup, Troubleshooting, Automation, Cloud Security, Networking, Storage Systems, Virtualization, Documentation, Compliance, Performance Monitoring, PowerShell, Python

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

We are seeking an experienced Azure Protection Analyst Analyst to design, implement, and maintain our data protection solutions within a hybrid Azure cloud environment using CommVault software. This role will ensure the integrity, availability, and recoverability of all critical data, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business continuity and disaster recovery objectives. This role will require work on site in Washington, D.C. Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable, and secure cloud-based data protection solutions using CommVault for Azure and on-premises environments. Administer and monitor the Microsoft Azure cloud environment, including provisioning, configuration, performance monitoring, and security management of cloud resources relevant to data protection. Configure, monitor, and maintain daily backup and recovery jobs, ensuring data integrity and compliance with RPOs (Recovery Point Objectives) and RTOs (Recovery Time Objectives). Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to CommVault systems, Azure services, networking (LAN/WAN/SAN), and storage systems in a timely manner. Develop, document, and perform regular disaster recovery tests to ensure business continuity and reliable restoration of systems and applications. Optimize backup performance and storage utilization. Develop and implement automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) to streamline backup tasks and monitoring. Collaborate with system administrators, database administrators, and application teams to ensure comprehensive data protection requirements are met. Maintain detailed documentation of configurations, procedures, and incidents. Ensure data protection processes adhere to industry regulations and compliance requirements. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with a minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience. US Citizenship required for this role. Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance. Strong knowledge of CommVault software suite (CommServe, Media Agents, VSA, IntelliSnap). Hands-on experience with Azure IaaS and PaaS, including VMs, storage accounts, networking, and Recovery Services Vaults. Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and Windows/Linux server environments. Solid understanding of storage systems, networking protocols (TCP/IP), and cloud security best practices. Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work under pressure to resolve time-critical issues. Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with technical teams and management. CommVault Certified Professional (CCP) or Engineer certification, and/or Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate AZ-104) are highly valued.

Responsibilities

The Azure Protection Engineer will design, implement, and maintain data protection solutions in a hybrid Azure cloud environment. This role involves troubleshooting complex issues and collaborating with teams to ensure business continuity and disaster recovery objectives are met.