Join the Hobby Lobby Team as an Enterprise Data Storage Administrator
Hobby Lobby, a leading retail chain of arts and crafts stores, is seeking an experienced Enterprise Data Storage Administrator to join our team at our corporate headquarters in Oklahoma City, USA. As a key member of our IT team, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining our enterprise data storage infrastructure, ensuring data backups, and providing technical expertise to our cross-functional teams.
About Hobby Lobby
Hobby Lobby is a privately-owned company with a rich history dating back to 1972. We are committed to providing a fun and engaging shopping experience for our customers, while also fostering a positive and supportive work environment for our employees. Our company values include integrity, respect, and teamwork, and we strive to make a positive impact in our communities.
Job Summary
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Enterprise Data Storage Administrator to lead our data storage operations and engineering efforts. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of enterprise data storage technologies, including SAN, NAS, and DAS, and will be able to articulate and demonstrate their expertise across various platforms. As an Enterprise Data Storage Administrator, you will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining our data storage infrastructure, ensuring data backups, and providing technical guidance to our teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate a broad understanding of enterprise data storage environments, including SAN, NAS, and DAS technologies
- Implement and maintain enterprise backup and data security technologies to ensure data integrity and availability
- Efficiently manage and monitor reporting platforms and software to ensure optimal performance
- Define and implement strategic capacity planning methodologies, based on industry standards and best practices
- Collaborate with application, database, server, and other technology teams on architecture and solution design to ensure suitable storage technology and configuration
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Contribute clear and concise documentation for both routine and ad-hoc tasks
- Provide technical support and guidance on complex activities, such as installation, configuration, and backup/restore operations for all systems
- Perform code updates and security patching to maintain the security and integrity of storage systems
Requirements:
- 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 skill in DellEMC, Cisco, and similar OEMs
- Strong understanding 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 and network administration skills (both Linux and Windows)
- VMWare concepts and administration
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science or a related field (a combination of training, work experience, and education may be considered)
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proven problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
- Experience with production hardware life-cycle management
- Extensive troubleshooting and performance monitoring skills
- Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
Career Growth Opportunities 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 opportunities to:
- Develop your technical skills and expertise in data storage and management
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new technologies and solutions
- Participate in training and professional development programs to stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices
- Take on new challenges and responsibilities as you grow in your role
Work Environment and Company Culture
At Hobby Lobby, we strive to create a positive and supportive work environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and growth. Our company culture is built on the values of:
- Integrity: We act with honesty and transparency in all our interactions
- Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of position or background
- Teamwork: We work together to achieve common goals and objectives
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes:
- Competitive salary: $24/hour
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan
- 401(k) Program with Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Personal Paid Time Off (PPTO)
- Employee Discount
- Life Insurance and Long-term Disability Insurance (LTD)
- Flexible Spending Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Integris Health and Pharmacy nearby
- Chaplain Services nearby
How to Apply
If you are a motivated and experienced Enterprise Data Storage Administrator looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!
Don't miss this opportunity to join our team and take your career to the next level. Apply now and become a part of the Hobby Lobby family!
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