SAN Configuration & Data Migration Specialist
About The Position
SAN Configuration and Data Migration/Replication Specialist ROLE We need an experienced SAN Configuration and Data Migration/Replication Resource at the New York City Department of Social Services (DSS). DSS enhances the quality of life for all New Yorkers by providing temporary assistance to eligible individuals and families with social service and economic needs, supported by IT Services (ITS) which operates the critical technology infrastructure behind the agency’s programs. DSS is currently executing a large-scale Data Center Co-location and Migration Project to consolidate multiple data centers into a new facility at 11 MetroTech in Brooklyn, replacing end-of-life infrastructure and mitigating risk of service disruption to agency operations. In this role, you will extend the SAN fabric from 15 MetroTech to 11 MetroTech, design and configure SAN components across NetApp, Hitachi, and IBM storage platforms, prepare the new SAN environment by setting up LUNs, storage groups, and zoning, and execute migration using proven tools to maintain data integrity and minimize downtime. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Requirements
- 4 years' experience in planning and executing large-scale SAN-based data migrations, including LUN migrations, storage consolidations, replication cutovers, and multi-vendor storage transitions.
- 4 years' experience designing and implementing high availability and disaster recovery storage solutions using Hitachi replication (local and remote), SAN virtualization, and multi-site fabric architectures.
- 4 years' experience managing migration planning activities including stakeholder coordination, scope definition, reporting requirements, risk mitigation, and change management within enterprise data center projects.
- 4 years' experience providing post-migration stabilization and Hyper Care support, including performance troubleshooting, connectivity validation, and resolution of storage and fabric-related issues.
- Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting Brocade Fibre Channel fabrics, including zoning (single initiator best practice), ISL trunking, fabric merges, and performance optimization across large switch environments.
- Proficiency in multi-vendor SAN consolidation, including integration of Hitachi, NetApp, IBM, and Pure storage arrays, along with data mobility using replication and virtualization tools.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in resolving complex SAN issues including latency, pathing failures, replication lag, zoning conflicts, and storage performance bottlenecks in production environments.
Responsibilities
- Extending the SAN fabric from 15 Metrotech to 11 Metrotech.
- Designing and configuring, the SAN components, and working with multiple storage platforms such as NetApp, Hitachi, and IBM.
- Work closely with IT teams, business units, vendors, and partners to collect requirements, and keep all parties informed throughout the process.
- Prepare the new SAN environment by setting up LUNs, creating storage groups, configuring zoning, and ensuring all connections are in place.
- Execute the migration using proven tools and techniques to maintain data integrity and reduce downtime as much as possible.
Benefits
- Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 401k contribution options
- paid sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
