West 4th Strategy

SAN Configuration & Data Migration Specialist

Brooklyn, NY
Full Time
Experienced
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.

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.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
  • 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.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field – preferred

LOCATION
  • Brooklyn, NY

CLIENT
  • NYC Department of Social Services

WORK AUTHORIZATION
  • Must be legally entitled to work in the United States

TRAVEL
  • No travel required.

WORK HOURS
  • 8 hours per day. 1 unpaid hour for lunch

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
  • W2 Hourly

RELOCATION
  • Not eligible for relocation benefits.

COMPENSATION
  • Compensation Range: $65.93 - $90.66/hr commensurate on experience
  • Benefits: Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution options; paid sick time

West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.

Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.
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