Introduction to Hobby Lobby
Hobby Lobby, a leading private company in the retail industry, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Enterprise Data Storage Administrator to join its team. As a renowned organization, Hobby Lobby offers a unique and dynamic work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration. With a strong commitment to its employees and customers, Hobby Lobby is an ideal place to build a rewarding and challenging career.
Job Overview
We are excited to announce a remarkable opportunity for an Enterprise Data Storage Administrator located at our corporate headquarters in Oklahoma City. As a key member of our IT team, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining our data storage environments, ensuring data backups, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing ongoing recommendations and best practices to the team. This role involves working with various NAS, SAN, and DAS conditions, as well as other storage technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Demonstrate a broad understanding of enterprise data storage environments
- Implement and maintain enterprise backup and data security technologies
- Efficiently manage and monitor reporting platforms and software
- Define and implement trend storage design strategies, based on industry standards and best practices
- Interface and communicate with application, database, server, and other technology teams on architecture and configuration selection to ensure suitable storage technology and design
- Show strong organizational skills to adapt and prioritize tasks in a continually changing environment
- Contribute clear and concise documentation for both routine and irregular tasks
- Provide technical support and guidance on complex activities like installation, configuration, and backup/restore operations for all systems
- Perform code updates and security patching to maintain the integrity of storage systems
Requirements and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- 3 years of experience in data storage or a related field with an emphasis on networking and storage protocols
- Industry knowledge and experience with large-scale SAN design and implementation
- Proven expertise in enterprise storage administration, with expertise in DellEMC, Cisco, and similar OEMs
- A strong grasp of current and emerging data protection technologies
- Experience with NAS concepts and protocols (CIFS, NFS, and S3)
- Knowledge of data synchronization technologies for both SAN and NAS
- Operating system administration skills (both Linux and Windows)
- VMWare concepts and administration
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Computer Science or a related discipline (a combination of training, work experience, and education may be considered)
- Strong professional skills, including the ability to provide clear and well-organized documentation
- Excellent organizational skills and determination in completing assigned work
- Contributions to the completion of achievements related to specific projects
- Achieved problem solver and ability to work independently
- Active involvement in product hardware life-cycle management
- Extensive troubleshooting and performance monitoring skills
- Ability to work independently under broad direction
Career Growth and Learning Benefits
At Hobby Lobby, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As an Enterprise Data Storage Administrator, you will have access to:
- Competitive wages and benefits
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- A dynamic and supportive work environment
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams and industry experts
- Access to the latest technologies and tools
- A comprehensive training program to enhance your skills and knowledge
Work Environment and Company Culture
Hobby Lobby offers a unique and dynamic work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration. Our company culture is built on a foundation of:
- Respect and empathy for our employees and customers
- A commitment to excellence and quality in everything we do
- A supportive and inclusive work environment
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) program, paid vacation, and more
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package, including:
- Hourly rate of $24
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) program with company match
- Paid vacation and personal time off (PPTO)
- Employee discount
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance (LTD)
- Flexible spending account
- Holiday pay
- On-site fitness center and pharmacy
- Pastor services on-site
Conclusion
If you are a motivated and experienced IT professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for the Enterprise Data Storage Administrator position at Hobby Lobby. With a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work environment, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Apply now and take the first step towards a successful and fulfilling career with Hobby Lobby.
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