SAN Storage Systems Administrator

At Imagine Believe Realize, LLC we are driven by innovation, transformation and a relentless pursuit of excellence. As an industry leader delivering impactful results, we thrive on solving complex technical challenges and developing cutting-edge solutions that empower our customers and advance critical missions.

IBR is a fast-growing company fueled by passion, curiosity, and innovative thinking – where every team member has the opportunity to continuously learn, unlock their full potential, and redefine what is possible in engineering and technology. If you are inspired by innovation, eager to make a difference, and ready to bring your creativity and expertise to a mission-focused team, we invite you to join us and together, we will shape the future. Let’s Make It Real!

The SAN Storage Systems Administrator must be able to meet the key criteria below:

Location: Must be able to be onsite in Melbourne, FL

Years’ Experience: 7+ years professional experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT related field

Security Clearance: IBR is a federal contractor. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance issued by the NOAA agency. This agency handles and adjudicates the security clearance process.

NOTE: United States Citizenship is required as part of the eligibility criteria to be able to obtain this type of security clearance.

Employment Type: Full Time

Work Schedules: IBR promotes work-life balance by offering flexible scheduling options. Standard business hours are aligned to the Eastern Time Zone.

Key Skills:

• System administration of Storage (SAN) and Backup technology
• Must have Storage Area Network (SAN) experience
• In-depth knowledge of Linux and Unix operating systems required
• Programming skills including Bash, Python key, Ansible automation
• Basic networking skills preferred (Fibre Channel)

Position Overview

This is an opportunity to take on unique challenges, expand your skills and experience, and contribute to next generation Ground Systems projects that support the U.S.A. and our allies.  You will join a great team of talented professionals with world class technical expertise who take a collaborative approach to engineering and enjoy working together. 

As a SAN Storage Systems Administrator, you will bring your development engineering background to a space ground/satellite environment where you can make a broad impact to engineering projects that are critical to our customers. This position will be responsible for providing Software Engineering support for spectral systems and associated subsystems across programs in the Space and Airborne Systems Segment. The ideal candidate will also provide technical leadership in a broad field of engineering, research, evaluation, and development for highly complex technical space-based and airborne aerospace products.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain storage systems including monitoring, troubleshooting, debugging, and optimization.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with unavailable or outdated components, ensuring continued product support and production.
• Participate in planning and infrastructure assessments.
• Collaborate to ensure integration of storage and other infrastructure services such as networking, and database.
• Ensure security and compliance standards are met.
• Support subsystem and system level testing including data reviews, anomaly investigations and RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action) closure
• Resolves escalated customer issues. Assists with datacenter deployments. Conducts proactive reviews of SAN and Backup environments. Develops process and procedure improvements. Provides cross- functional support with peers and support internal teams.
• Create and maintain reports for managing and tracking prod QA.

Qualifications

• 7 years of information systems experience and in-depth system administration of Storage (SAN) and Backup technology
  • 4+ years experience related to engineering on ground/satellite systems preferred
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust security clearance
• Bachelor Degree in IT related field required
• Must have Storage Area Network (SAN) experience
• In-depth knowledge of Linux and Unix operating systems required
• Experience monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of storage systems
• Programming skills including Bash, Python, Ansible automation
• Experience with working with Storage equipment/SANs/filesystems or the willingness to learn in these areas
• Basic networking skills preferred (Fibre Channel)
• Knowledge of Red Hat Satellite Server, Ansible Automation Platform, and/or GitLab preferred
• Cloud Storage experience
• Tape backup knowledge or willingness to learn

Application Deadline:

Applications will be reviewed as received and accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This role primarily involves sedentary work, in a workplace and/or home office environment. There are some physical demands associated with the role, including:

• Extended periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of equipment or materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional travel to client sites or meetings may be required.
• Work may need to be performed in a fast-paced environment requiring quick decision making.
• Flexible work arrangements may be available based on business needs.
• Will be exposed to a wide variety of clients in differing functions, personalities, and abilities.

Benefits and Compensation Information
Imagine Believe Realize, LLC (IBR) is focused on delivering software and systems engineering solutions to government and commercial clients. Our talent acquisition strategy is designed for career-minded professionals that value continuous learning and growth. We strive to enhance our team members’ ability to thrive in the workplace by creating a proper work/life balance and first-class benefits package that includes:

• Nationwide medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401k matching
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability at no cost to our employees
• Supplemental insurance options
• Flexible spending accounts and Dependent Care spending accounts
• Wellness incentives
• Reimbursement for professional development and certifications
• Access to training assistance opportunities to support career growth and progression
• Hybrid and Remote work opportunities to support work-life balance

Apply Today

If you are ready to grow your career and make an impact, then we encourage you to apply today by submitting an application. We welcome you to explore additional job opportunities listed on our careers page .

Protected Veterans (VEVRAA)

Imagine Believe Realize, LLC actively seeks to employ and advance qualified protected veterans in compliance with the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Imagine Believe Realize, LLC will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action (including an investigation conducted by the employer), or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Right to Work / Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form (Form I-9).