Senior Data Storage Administrator (Cloud Architect)
 Bart & Associates, LLC | |
paid time off, 401(k)
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 United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia | |
 May 15, 2025 | |
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Senior Data Storage Administrator (Cloud Architect) Job Summary B&A is seeking a Senior Data Storage Administrator (Cloud Architect) to design, implement, and manage enterprise cloud-based data storage solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of cloud technologies, data storage architectures, and security best practices, ensuring secure, efficient, and cost-effective storage strategies across multiple platforms. Responsibilities * Select appropriate cloud storage services (object, block, and file storage), design scalable storage architectures, and deploy solutions tailored to business needs. * Provision, configure, monitor, and maintain storage resources, ensuring optimal performance, capacity management, backup, and disaster recovery readiness. * Implement robust security measures, enforce data protection policies, and maintain compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices. * Diagnose and resolve storage-related issues, ensuring high availability, performance, and security of data storage solutions. * Work alongside network engineers, developers, and security teams to integrate storage solutions within broader IT systems and architectures. * Continuously research and evaluate emerging cloud storage technologies, services, and best practices to recommend innovative solutions. * Offer expert advice and mentorship on cloud storage strategies to internal teams and stakeholders. * Create and update technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, SOPs, policies, and procedures for cloud storage solutions. * Analyze and recommend cost-effective storage solutions, balancing performance, scalability, and budget considerations. Education and Experience * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. * Minimum of 7 years of experience in software engineering or IT systems architecture. * At least 3 years of experience as a Cloud Engineer/Architect with a proven track record of leading cloud engagements and digital transformations. Required Skills * Experience with Azure or AWS. * Proficiency in developing technical strategies for cloud adoption and building cloud governance plans. * Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III certification. * Meets Information Assurance Workforce (IAWF) Baseline Requirements, with at least one of the following certifications:
Desired Skills * In-depth knowledge of cloud storage technologies and architectures (AWS S3, Azure Blob, EBS, EFS, etc.). * Experience with hybrid cloud and multi-cloud environments. * Strong proficiency in automation and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation). * Familiarity with IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks and integrations. * Expertise in enterprise data backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning. * Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, storage protocols, and security principles. * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Ability to lead technical projects and interface with clients and executive stakeholders. Security Clearance
Willingness to occasionally travel to Philadelphia and other CONUS locations as required. More About B&A: Notable Clients Benefits and Programs B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution. B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:
At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award. EEO B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities. EEO is the Law B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization. | |