Our client, located in CA, is currently in need of a Sr NetApp Consultant for an 8.5 month contract. This order is a 2 and a half month backfill with an additional 6 months on another order, the target start date is 8/1/25 . The resource may need to travel to the office every once in while and expenses are covered.
We are seeking a highly skilled NetApp Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in NetApp storage solutions, including Azure NetApp Files, SAN, NAS platforms, and NetApp Metro Cluster solutions. As a technical authority, you will design, implement, and support storage infrastructure while providing guidance on best practices, troubleshooting complex issues, and mentoring other team members on NetApp technologies.
Responsibilities
- Architect and deploy NetApp storage solutions tailored to business needs, including capacity planning, performance tuning, and data migration.
- Manage and optimize ONTAP-based environments (AFF, FAS, Cloud Volumes), leveraging features such as snapshots, replication, and data protection.
- Implement and advise on FlexCache strategies to enhance performance and data locality.
- Deploy and manage Azure NetApp Files, including networking, security, and integration with Azure services (vNET, IAM).
- Troubleshoot and resolve performance, security, and operational issues in hybrid and cloud storage environments.
- Utilize NetApp BlueXP for centralized management and orchestration of Azure NetApp Files, Cloud Volumes ONTAP, and other NetApp platforms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of storage solutions with business and technical objectives.
- Utilize NetApp Data Infrastructure Insights for environment monitoring and reporting.
Required Skills:
- Ability to work on a W2 basis
- NetApp Metro Cluster – Design, implement, and manage NetApp Metro Cluster environments. NetApp Subject Matter Expert (SME)
- Deep knowledge of ONTAP, AFF, FAS, Cloud Volumes, and data protection features.
- Experience with FlexCache design and implementation.
- Proficiency in performance optimization and workload analysis.
- Expertise in Azure NetApp Files architecture, deployment, and tuning.
- Expertise in Cloud Volumes ONTAP for Azure architecture, deployment, and tuning. As well as integration with Azure services and automation of storage provisioning.
- Data migration strategies between on-prem and cloud environments.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve issues related to Azure NetApp Files deployments, including performance bottlenecks, security concerns, and operational problems.
- DII for infrastructure monitoring, anomaly detection, and capacity planning.
- Experience with SAN Analyzer and other tools for block workload analysis.
ClearBridge Technology Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We offer excellent benefits and compensation packages.
The expected hourly rate range for this role is: $55 – 85 per hour
The posted range is an estimate, the actual compensation offer will be based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications and will be in line with internal equity.