Block And File -Storage Engineer at Cognizant - Thailand

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Feb, 26

Salary

105000.0

Posted On

18 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Storage Engineer, Block Storage, File Storage, Dell PowerScale, ECS, Data Protection, Snapshots, Replication, Disaster Recovery, Scripting, Capacity Monitoring, Troubleshooting, Access Control, Data Migration, Cloud Storage, Networking Concepts

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Job Role: Storage Engineer (File and Block) location: Newyork,NY The Storage Engineer will be responsible for managing block storage and a fibre channel SAN (Storage Area Network) . Serve as the primary administrator for Dell PowerScale and ECS storage systems. This includes cluster administration, monitoring system health, and ensuring optimal performance and availability. Manage and implement data protection strategies, including snapshots, replication using tools like SyncIQ, and disaster recovery planning and testing for both PowerScale and ECS. Plan and execute storage product upgrades, firmware updates, and patching to maintain system security and functionality. Create, configure, and manage file shares, quotas, access zones, and S3 buckets according to company policies and business needs. Conduct regular capacity and performance monitoring. Analyze workload requirements and provide proactive suggestions for performance tuning and capacity remediation. Manage and implement data protection strategies, including snapshots, replication using tools like SyncIQ, and disaster recovery planning and testing for both PowerScale and ECS. Isolate and troubleshoot complex storage incidents, resolve severity issues, and perform root cause analysis for recurring problems. Plan and execute storage product upgrades, firmware updates, and patching to maintain system security and functionality. Configure and manage access control lists (ACLs), permissions, and security settings on both platforms. Implement security hardening best practices. Manage data migration activities, including migrating data between storage platforms or tiering data from PowerScale to ECS for cost optimization. · Utilize scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to automate routine tasks and streamline storage administration processes. · Maintain comprehensive documentation for storage runbooks, knowledge base articles, and disaster recovery procedures. Act as a point of contact for Dell Technologies support, opening and managing service requests as needed. Participate in on-call rotation. SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS · Deep knowledge of PowerScale’s OneFS, including the Job Engine, cluster administration, CloudPools and security features. · Experience with Dell ECS for object storage, including S3 protocol, bucket policies, and user management. · Familiarity with storage networking concepts, including NFS, SMB, and S3 protocols. · Familiarity with Superna Eyeglass, including Ransomware Defender. · Familiarity with NetApp AFF/FAS clusters (SnapMirror, Flexclones, FabricPool, etc.) running OnTap 9.12+ is a plus. · Experience with Dell management tools such as InsightIQ, SCG, and CloudIQ. · Working knowledge of CloudSoda or Komprise for data analytics and data management. · Understanding of public cloud storage services (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) and their integration with tools like CloudPools, Komprise and CloudSoda. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects and priorities effectively. · Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in a high-pressure environment. · Excellent verbal and written communications skills for documentation, team collaboration, and interaction with vendor support. Job Requirements: · 5+ years’ experience with medium-to-large storage environments as Storage Administrator. · Relevant Dell Technologies certifications. · Experience within a healthcare environment is preferred. Mandatory Skills (Top 5 Keywords or skills) Skill Proficiency Years of Experience Basic Knowledge Medium Expert EMC PowerMax 7 Yes Unisphere, Symcli 7 Yes Cisco MDS fibre 7 Yes PowerScale 7 Yes Dell ECS 7 Yes Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until 11/21/2025 The annual salary for this position is between $90,000- $105,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: · Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance · Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off · 401(k) plan and contributions · Long-term/Short-term Disability · Paid Parental Leave · Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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Responsibilities

The Storage Engineer will manage block storage and a fibre channel SAN, serving as the primary administrator for Dell PowerScale and ECS storage systems. Responsibilities include implementing data protection strategies, conducting capacity monitoring, and troubleshooting complex storage incidents.