Data Storage & Backup Systems Engineer - Senior

In support of a challenging, critical, and rewarding program that provides integrated voice, video, and data services throughout the Information Technology lifecycle, Amentum is seeking a Data Storage & Backup Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team of IT professionals dedicated to fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

You must be a critical thinker, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment. We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes.

Work Schedule:

5 Days (Mon – Fri); 8 hrs/Day; 40 hrs/wkly

Essential Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Data Storage & Backup Systems Engineer include, but are not limited to the following:

Design, deploy, and manager high-performance storage systems (SAN, NAS) from vendors such as Commvault, EMC, NetApp, or HPE, that ensures adherence to organizational STIG standards and data retention guidelines

Oversee and sustain an enterprise-level IT data storage infrastructure for Virtual Machine environments (specifically Nutanix & VMware) supporting both Microsoft Windows and Linux server environments

Set up and configure RAID arrays, Logical Unity Numbers (LUNs), and storage pools to optimize data storage performance, redundancy, and accessibility, ensuring efficient allocation of storage resources across the system

Continuously monitor and asses the performance and capacity of storage systems, tracking key metrics such as throughput, latency, and resource utilization to ensure optimal operation and to proactively identify potential performance bottlenecks or capacity issues

Ensure strict adherence to relevant industry data protection standards, including HIPAA and PCI DSS, by implementing robust security measures, conducting regular audits, and maintaining comprehensive documentation to safeguard sensitive information and meet regulatory requirements

Perform thorough vulnerability assessments to identify potential security weaknesses, evaluate risks, and recommend appropriate mitigations to strengthen the overall security posture

Analyze and troubleshoot intricate performance, security, and technical challenges, pinpointing root causes, and implementing effect solutions to resolve issues

Develop and validate disaster recovery strategies, ensuring thorough testing to confirm system resilience and readiness in the event of failure

Establish and configure data backup processes and replication systems to ensure secure, consistent data protection and redundancy across multiple storage locations/systems, that will enable swift recovery in the event of data loss

Recover and/or rebuild systems following failures to maintain operational continuity and minimize disruptions

Create and maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation that accurately reflects system configurations, including hardware, software, storage settings, and any changes or updates made to facilitate consistency and ease of troubleshooting

Generate detailed performance reports and conduct capacity planning assessments to evaluate system efficiency and forecast future resource needs

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

Must have experience developing high performance storage designs for enterprise SANs employing Fiber Channel network fabric and hybrid-cloud environments

A minimum of 5 years of experience managing data storage for Virtual Machine Environments (Nutanix or VMware) hosting Windows Servers and Linux environments

Must have 2 years of experience in system administration and storage design applying Commvault 11.x software for data storage backup

2 years of relevant experience administering HPE data storage products (3PAR and Primera), StoreOnce, and tape back-up systems

Ability to work well in a team and effectively communicate technical information

Must be able to work a 40-hour work week, normally Monday through Friday

Ability to work overtime during critical peaks and be available to meet last minute requests for overtime if needed

Ability to travel (5-10%) primarily within 75 miles

Familiarity with MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Project and Visio

Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong critical thinking, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment

Security Clearance Required:

Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or TS with the ability to acquire SCI

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma

Minimum Years of Experience:

10 years of relevant experience

Required Certifications:

Must have passed the Commvault Professional Foundations Exam and possess one of the following 8140 IAT Level II or III baseline certifications:

Level II certifications include – CCNA Security, GISCP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP

Level III certifications include – CASP CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in IT related field

Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate

Citrix Certified Administrator

Certified Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA)

VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP)

Experience with ServiceNow

Experience with ITIL

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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Compensation Details:

180K - 200K

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

06/22/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.