Nutanix Administrator Job Listing at SAIC in Colorado Springs, CO (Job ID 2414676)

Description

Description

We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated Nutanix Administrator to manage and optimize our Nutanix storage infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Nutanix storage solutions, a deep understanding of hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI), and a relevant storage certification. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the efficiency, availability, and scalability of our storage environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, monitor, and maintain Nutanix storage clusters, including deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Perform regular health checks, updates, and optimizations of the Nutanix storage environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (network, server, and storage) to ensure seamless integration and high availability of storage systems.
• Configure and manage storage policies, data protection, and disaster recovery solutions within Nutanix.
• Monitor system performance, analyze storage metrics, and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any storage-related issues, including hardware failures, network latency, and capacity planning.
• Ensure backup and disaster recovery (DR) procedures are properly configured and tested.
• Maintain accurate documentation of storage configurations, changes, and incident resolutions.
• Stay up to date with Nutanix releases and best practices to ensure efficient use of resources.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Must have a Secret level security clearance or higher with the eligibility to gain a TS/SCI.
• Bachelor's degree with 9 years experience, or equivalent work experience can be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Proven experience working with Nutanix storage solutions, including Nutanix HCI (Hyperconverged Infrastructure).
• Hands-on experience with Nutanix storage features such as Nutanix AOS (Acropolis Operating System), Nutanix Prism, and Nutanix Volumes.
• Strong knowledge of virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and how they integrate with Nutanix storage.
• In-depth understanding of storage management concepts, including SAN, NAS, and iSCSI protocols.
• Familiarity with data protection and backup strategies for Nutanix environments.
• Proficient in system monitoring and troubleshooting using Nutanix tools and third-party solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.

Certifications:

• CompTIA Security+ Certificate is required.
• Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) or higher related certificate with Nutanix is highly desired. (or the ability to obtain it within 6 months).
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) (preferably with a focus on storage or virtualization).
• CompTIA Storage+ or EMC Proven Professional (optional but relevant).

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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