Principal Systems Admin (Storage)

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Westminster, CO, USA
Hybrid
118K-201K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Administers and optimizes enterprise NAS/SAN storage environments across multiple vendors. Responsibilities include provisioning, configuration, upgrades, monitoring, migrations, capacity planning, troubleshooting, documentation, policy development, root cause analysis, and technical mentorship. The role supports Windows, Linux, and VMware environments; coordinates cross-functional projects; participates in on-call rotations; and may require occasional after-hours work.
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Job Description
Maintains operation of enterprise multi-user network attached storage systems, including coordination with engineers and cross-functional teams. Duties include (but not limited to):
• General multi-vendor storage management, optimization, compliance, and storage object configuration and provisioning • Create and maintain documentation of the shared storage landscape • Serve as a trusted adviser to the end user, providing technical mentorship on NAS\SAN technology • Best practice storage provisioning to heterogeneous endpoints (including, but not limited to, Microsoft Windows, Linux, and VMware Virtualized servers) • Operational administration of highly available NAS\SAN environment (including installation, audit, baseline configuration, non-disruptive OS\firmware upgrades, maintenance, and performance monitoring) • Plan, document, and execute on data migrations in support of platform asset lifecycle management • Assist in storage capacity planning and performance headroom forecasting • Troubleshoot complex problems and recommend appropriate action, enlisting peer and vendor support as required • Develop, draft, and maintain policies and standards related to the use of enterprise shared storage resources
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • High level NetApp or Dell Storage expertise with mastery of appliance internals\feature set\proprietary OSes (OnTap [cDOT])
  • Must possess the experience and ability to participate in technical sessions, to lead projects that span multiple organizations, and to coordinate technical, implementation, and\or troubleshooting discussions
  • Strong understanding of data efficiency and protection technologies - deduplication, compression, compaction, snapshots, mirroring, vaulting, cloning
  • Highly proficient in CLI utilization within Linux\Unix or Windows, as well as various storage\networking disciplines
  • Participate in root cause analysis for significant problems and suggests clear recommendations for improvements
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently with competing deadlines
  • Must be available for occasional after hours work as required for high profile changes and supporting implementation teams
  • Must be able to participate in on-call rotation

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience with ITIL workflow methodologies including Incident management, Change management, and CMDB maintenance. Familiarity with ServiceNow is a plus
  • General knowledge around Information Security controls and standards, e.g. NIST 800-171, 800-53, DFARS, CMMC
  • Technical knowledge of various storage technologies to include but not limited to modern NetApp and Dell lines
  • Proficient in at least one of the following scripting languages: PowerShell, Perl, or Unix shell
  • Able to demonstrate UNIX\Linux, Windows OS, and Virtualization proficiencies
  • Windows NTFS file system security, Microsoft DFS, Microsoft Active Directory groups and security
  • Knowledge of NAS\SAN protocols including NFS, SMB/CIFS, iSCSI, FC

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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree and 6 years of work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • High-level NetApp or Dell Storage expertise, including appliance internals, feature sets, and proprietary operating systems such as ONTAP
  • Experience leading projects spanning multiple organizations and coordinating technical, implementation, and troubleshooting discussions
  • Strong understanding of deduplication, compression, compaction, snapshots, mirroring, vaulting, and cloning
  • High proficiency with CLI utilization in Linux/Unix or Windows and storage/networking disciplines
  • Experience participating in root cause analysis and recommending improvements
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and competing deadlines
  • Availability for occasional after-hours work and participation in an on-call rotation
  • Experience with ITIL incident management, change management, and CMDB maintenance
  • Familiarity with ServiceNow
  • Knowledge of information security controls and standards, including NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, DFARS, and CMMC
  • Technical knowledge of modern NetApp and Dell storage technologies
  • Proficiency in PowerShell, Perl, or Unix shell scripting
  • Proficiency with UNIX/Linux, Windows operating systems, and virtualization
  • Knowledge of Windows NTFS file system security, Microsoft DFS, and Active Directory groups and security
  • Knowledge of NAS/SAN protocols including NFS, SMB/CIFS, iSCSI, and Fibre Channel

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  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is broad with medical, dental, and vision options, plus mental health and EAP resources, and U.S. eligibility that can begin quickly. Materials also reference wellbeing programs designed to support employees and their families.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a U.S. 401(k) savings plan with company match information highlighted in benefits summaries. Global materials also reference pension contributions in some regions, indicating solid long-term financial support.
  • Parental & Family Support — Programs include paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and back-up child and elder care for U.S. employees. Family resources and caregiving support are emphasized across benefit materials.

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Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

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We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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