Infrastructure DELL/HP storage & Backup admin

Infrastructure DELL/HP storage & Backup admin

Start: ASAP
Duration: 6- 12 months
Location: on site 3 days per week in Reading/Wokingham
Pay: Inside IR35, paying up to £380/day

We're seeking a highly experienced Storage & Backup Specialist for a contract role supporting enterprise infrastructure projects. You'll be responsible for design, implementation, and support of Dell PowerMax, HP 3PAR, and associated backup solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement Dell PowerMax (2000/8000) and HP 3PAR storage solutions
• Deliver backup design using HP StoreOnce and Veritas NetBackup
• Manage SAN fabrics, Switches, and enterprise storage systems (Nimble, NetApp)
• Perform fault resolution across HA environments
• Create build/configuration documentation
• Provide technical input to infrastructure provisioning and review of Dell solutions
• Write Shell Scripts for automation
• Collaborate with project teams to meet storage and backup requirements
• Troubleshoot technical issues and support disaster recovery processes
• Advise stakeholders and guide implementation teams

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Expertise in Dell PowerMax, HP 3PAR, Veritas NetBackup, and SAN infrastructure
• Red Hat Linux and Windows OS administration
• Scripting experience (eg, Bash/Shell)
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols and topologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

• TOGAF knowledge (certification a plus)
• Strong stakeholder and team leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Experience in ITIL-based environments and Real Time systems

Note: Candidates must be eligible for SC security clearance and pass background checks.