Engineer Storage in Garden City, NY

I. Position Summary: The Engineer services and maintains the operations of JetBlue multi-tiered information storage infrastructure. This role includes managing storage area networks (SAN) in a high available architecture, along with a complex backup architecture including replication technologies. II. Essential Functions: Storage Engineer - Specific Functions ? Manages the Production SANs, including allocating and reporting on disk utilization, correcting issues, and reporting regularly on utilization ? Designs and implements SAN fabrics using Director-class switches ? Manages all disk arrays within JetBlue infrastructure, works with Information Technology (IT) Crewmembers to ensure 24 hours a day/7 days a week support and availability for the disk infrastructure ? Implements all changes to the disk infrastructure, and creates new procedures to manage the growth of JetBlue systems ? Works with all IT groups to effectively utilize disk storage ? Implements strategies to lower overall disk utilization via effective use of archival strategies and vaulting ? Interfaces with JetBlue IT Crewmembers to understand new software functionality and to define its impact and storage requirements Storage Engineer - Core Functions ? Helps organize the storage management discipline ? Provides storage guidance to other IT service providers ? Makes storage recommendations related to tactical initiative and long term requirements ? Analyzes all information storage requirements ? Provides assistance to the Backup and Recovery Engineer ? Participates in the development and implementation of disaster recovery plans ? Contributes to the ongoing evolution of storage management best practices III. Minimum Qualifications: ? Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or documented work experience or equivalent formal technical education ? Minimum four (4) years of experience in advanced systems administration ? Minimum two (2) years of experience in high availability solution design and implementation within a large production environment ? Regular attendance and punctuality ? Organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Fun and Passion ? Well groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance ? Pass a ten (10) year background check and pre-employment drug test ? Legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located ? When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable Crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft IV. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Storage Engineer - Specific Competencies ? Working knowledge and experience managing a disk infrastructure with required 24 hours a day/7 days a week Service Level Agreements (SLAs) ? Working knowledge and experience with EMC Storage devices, control center and services ? Working knowledge and experience with Fabric design and management ? Experience with data archival and vaulting strategies, and the integration of tape and disk storage management processes ? Experience migrating large volumes of data from one architecture to another with minimal downtime Storage Engineer - Core Competencies ? Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Project, Excel, Word and Visio ? Knowledge of technology fundamentals and concepts (EMC technologies preferred but not required) ? Positive, upbeat energy and strong team player ? Ability to work effectively with all levels and in diverse environments ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills ? Solid team and people management skills ? Excellent problem solving and structured thinking skills ? Ability to work in a high-pressure environment ? Ability to rapidly resolve issues and recognize when escalation is necessary ? Excellent customer service and an understanding of how IT is ultimately delivered to the Customer V. Working Conditions: Equipment: ? Computer and other office equipment Work Environment: ? Normal office environment ? Travel required to BlueCities/facilities ? Present for core business hours but on call for emergency situations Physical Effort: ? Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary) Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Crewmember(s) assigned to this position. They To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here