System Engineer

Overview:

Expression is seeking a skilled and motivated Systems Engineer with expertise in Infrastructure and Storage to join our team. In this hybrid role, you will play a key part in architecting scalable, resilient solutions that optimize performance, and ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of our systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess requirements, develop technical solutions, and implement best practices that address our evolving infrastructure needs.

As a Hybrid Infrastructure and Storage Engineer, you will be responsible for the effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of system hardware, software, and related infrastructure. Your role will include providing hands-on technical support, guidance, and delivery throughout the lifecycle of systems, ensuring that hardware, software, and procedures comply with organizational values and regulatory requirements. You will also be engaged in research and development to drive continuous innovation within the infrastructure.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, solutions-oriented individual to contribute to the success of our organization by making a direct impact on the reliability and performance of our systems.

Locations:

• Dayton, OH (2-3 days per week on-site)

Responsibilities:

• Develop, integrate, and manage storage arrays, fiber switches, backup solutions, and associated components

• Monitor and report on data restore and disaster recovery capabilities, providing recommendations for improvements and efficiencies.

• Oversee and maintain data backup solutions to ensure mission objectives are met.

• Research, design, and implement file-sharing technologies that meet customer requirements.

• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced storage issues and deficiencies.

• Perform routine equipment checks and preventative maintenance on systems and storage solutions.

• Conduct storage analysis, capacity planning, and performance planning for storage components.

• Create and maintain operational procedures and documentation related to both new and existing technologies.

• Develop and maintain policies and procedures that support the operational storage environment.

• Contribute to the design, refinement, and continuous improvement of storage policies and procedures.

• Prepare and present reports on best practices for storage administration, emerging technologies, and recommended optimizations.

Minimum Experience:

• 3+ years of professional experience in systems engineering, including the evaluation, integration, and management of enterprise-level storage and backup software technologies.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience managing enterprise SAN (Storage Area Network), including technologies such as Fiber Channel zoning, iSCSI, FCoE (Fiber Channel over Ethernet), HBA/CNA (Host Bus Adapter/Converged Network Adapter), storage controllers, LUN (Logical Unit Number), RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks), and NAS (Network Attached Storage).
• Experience with enterprise hierarchical storage system management and enterprise backup/restore services, including products like Veritas NetBackup, AWS Backup, or Microsoft Azure Recovery Services/Site Recovery.

Requirements:

• Active Secret clearance or higher
• Sensitivity Level: IT-I – Critical Sensitive (Tier 5/SSBI)
• IA Level: IAT-II
• 2+ years hands-on experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) IT systems.
• Computing Environment - “8570 DLA Approved CS CE List”: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, NetApp Certified Hybrid Cloud Administrator, NetApp Certified Hybrid Cloud Architect, NetApp Certified hybrid Cloud Implementation Engineer, Pure Storage Certified Data Storage Associate, Pure Storage Certified FlashArray Implementation Specialist, Pure Storage Certified FlashArray Storage Professional

Salary Range:

• 85,000 - 115,000 depending on factors such as experience level, locality pay and the remote/hybrid/on-site schedule

Benefits:

Expression offers competitive salaries and benefits, such as:

• 401k matching
• PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
• Education reimbursement
• Complimentary life insurance
• Generous PTO and holiday leave
• Onsite office gym access
• Commuter Benefits Plan

About Expression:

Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression’s “Perpetual Innovation” culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled