Enterprise Storage Migration Specialist
Position Summary
The Storage Migration Engineer is responsible for planning and executing enterprise storage migrations across multiple global sites. This role performs data migrations utilizing Dell EMC Unity replication and Rubrik migration technologies, executes storage cutovers, validates data integrity, supports change management activities, and provides post-migration hypercare. The engineer will work closely with Storage SMEs, infrastructure teams, application owners, and project management resources to ensure successful migration of production storage platforms with minimal business disruption.
Key Responsibilities
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Migration Execution
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Perform storage migrations utilizing Dell EMC Unity native replication technologies
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Execute Rubrik-based data migrations from Unity to PowerScale platforms
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Validate source and target storage synchronization prior to migration cutovers
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Conduct migration pre-checks, readiness assessments, and post-cutover validation
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Verify data consistency, permissions, shares, exports, and accessibility following migration
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Execute migration runbooks and rollback procedures when required
Cutover & Change Management
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Support change control activities and approved maintenance windows
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Coordinate migration activities with storage operations, application teams, and business stakeholders
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Execute production cutovers with adherence to operational SOPs and governance requirements
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Document migration activities, outcomes, and lessons learned
Storage Administration
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Configure and manage Dell EMC Unity storage systems
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Support Dell PowerScale storage environments during migration activities
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Monitor replication health, migration status, performance, and capacity utilization
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Troubleshoot storage connectivity, replication, and migration-related issues
Hypercare & Operational Support
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Provide post-migration hypercare support
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Investigate and resolve incidents resulting from migration activities
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Work with operations teams to transition successfully migrated environments into steady-state support
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Assist in storage pullback and decommission activities following migration completion
Required Qualifications
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3+ years of enterprise storage administration and migration experience
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Experience with Dell EMC Unity storage platforms
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Experience configuring and managing storage replication technologies
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Experience performing data migration activities using Rubrik or similar migration solutions
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Knowledge of NAS technologies, including CIFS/SMB and NFS protocols
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Understanding of storage networking concepts, IP connectivity, DNS, and enterprise infrastructure
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Experience supporting production change windows and outage activities
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Knowledge of storage performance monitoring and troubleshooting methodologies
Desired Skills
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Experience with Dell EMC PowerScale (Isilon)
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Experience in large-scale storage refresh or technology migration projects
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Knowledge of backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes
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Familiarity with ITIL processes, change management, and incident management
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Experience working in multinational enterprise environments
Preferred Certifications
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Dell EMC Proven Professional Certification
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Rubrik Certified Professional (preferred)
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CompTIA Server+ or equivalent
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ITIL Foundation Certification
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VMware or Microsoft infrastructure certifications (preferred)
Key Competencies
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Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
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Ability to work independently during migration windows
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Excellent communication and documentation skills
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Strong attention to detail and execution discipline
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Ability to manage multiple migration activities simultaneously
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Customer-focused mindset with commitment to minimizing operational risk
