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Independent Software is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems. We bring together world class engineers with proven engineering best practices, domain expertise, commercial technologies, and proven agile management approaches to create high value solutions aimed at helping our customers meet their most critical business and mission objectives.

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Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

Storage Administrator

Annapolis Junction, MD

Full Time

System Administration

Experienced

What You Will Do:

As a Storage Administrator, Level 3, you will play a critical role in managing, securing, and maintaining enterprise-grade storage systems. You will lead the configuration and troubleshooting of NetApp and Commvault environments, contribute to documentation and process improvement, and support the infrastructure through mentorship and collaboration. This position involves proactive performance monitoring, security compliance, and participating in an on-call rotation to support 24/7 operations.

This is a great opportunity to work with cutting-edge storage technologies and collaborate with cross-functional teams in engineering and security. You'll have the chance to lead through mentorship, gain exposure to automation and enterprise backup tools, and directly impact system performance and data resilience in a complex infrastructure environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot database and system backups
Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to NetApp and Commvault storage systems
Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including SOPs and best practices
Mentor and train junior and mid-level support engineers
Ensure all storage environments meet security compliance standards
Monitor and report on key metrics to maintain service health and availability
Stay current on NetApp technologies and certifications
Collaborate with engineering, security, and other cross-functional teams
Participate in the 24/7 on-call support rotation for critical storage issues

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Proven experience troubleshooting and resolving complex storage performance issues
Strong knowledge of both Windows and UNIX operating systems
Ability to manage enterprise storage systems with a focus on availability and security
Strong documentation and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative technical team

Desired Skills:

Proficiency in NAS protocols (NFS, SMB)
Familiarity with NetApp ONTAP and related technologies such as Snapshot, SnapVault, SnapMirror, FlexVol, FlexClone, FabricPool, and Object Storage
Experience with NetApp StorageGRID
Understanding of virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware) and storage integration
Knowledge of automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python)
Infrastructure and application design awareness for recommending storage solutions
Track record of designing and managing enterprise storage environments

Education and Experience:

Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience requirements:

High School Diploma or GED and 20+ years of relevant technical experience
OR
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 15+ years of relevant IT experience

Certifications:

DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher is required.
NetApp ONTAP certifications (e.g., NCDA, NCIE) (Preferred)
VMware, Python, or storage automation-related certifications (Preferred)

Clearance Requirement:

Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.

Why Choose Independent Software:

At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.
When you join us, you will:

Support critical national security missions that matter
Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of something bigger.

Apply today.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

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