Storage and Replication Management (Dell EMC PowerMax/VMAX & SRDF)
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Manage, configure, and provision storage on Dell EMC PowerMax/VMAX enterprise storage arrays.
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Implement and maintain SRDF (Symmetrix Remote Data Facility) configurations for synchronous and asynchronous replication across data centers.
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Plan and execute Disaster Recovery (DR) drills and failover/failback procedures related to SRDF.
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Perform capacity planning and optimization to ensure efficient utilization of storage resources.
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Execute firmware upgrades and patching on storage array components.
SAN Fabric Management (Brocade)
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Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot the Brocade Fibre Channel SAN fabric environment.
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Manage Fibre Channel routing, port utilization, and interconnects within the SAN.
Performance and Optimization
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Proactively monitor storage and SAN performance metrics (latency, throughput, IOPS) to identify bottlenecks.
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Perform performance tuning across the storage and fabric layers to meet service level agreements (SLAs).
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Utilize native tools (e.g., Unisphere, Brocade Network Advisor) for detailed analysis and reporting.
General Operations
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Manage incident, problem, and change management processes related to the storage infrastructure.
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Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all storage and SAN configurations, procedures, and runbooks.
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Collaborate with server, virtualization, and application teams to address performance issues and new storage requirements.
Requirements-
+ 3 years of practical experience as a Storage Engineer or Administrator.
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Proven, in-depth, hands-on experience with Dell EMC PowerMax (or VMAX).
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Mandatory experience with SRDF (Symmetrix Remote Data Facility) configuration and operation.
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Strong experience in administering and troubleshooting Brocade SAN Switches and their associated management tools.
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Expert-level knowledge of zoning, LUN masking, and Fibre Channel protocols.
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Demonstrated ability to perform storage performance monitoring and tuning.
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Relevant certifications (e.g., Dell EMC Specialist/Expert certifications, Brocade Certified Fabric Administrator).
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Experience with other replication technologies (e.g., RecoverPoint, VPLEX) is a plus.
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Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation.