Azure Protection Engineer

**Description** We are seeking an experienced Azure Protection Engineer to design, implement, and maintain our data protection solutions within a hybrid Azure cloud environment using CommVault software.

This role will ensure the integrity, availability, and recoverability of all critical data, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business continuity and disaster recovery objectives.

This role will require work on site in Washington, D.C.

+ Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable, and secure cloud-based data protection solutions using CommVault for Azure and on-premises environments.

+ Administer and monitor the Microsoft Azure cloud environment, including provisioning, configuration, performance monitoring, and security management of cloud resources relevant to data protection.

+ Configure, monitor, and maintain daily backup and recovery jobs, ensuring data integrity and compliance with RPOs (Recovery Point Objectives) and RTOs (Recovery Time Objectives). + Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to CommVault systems, Azure services, networking (LAN/WAN/SAN), and storage systems in a timely manner.

+ Develop, document, and perform regular disaster recovery tests to ensure business continuity and reliable restoration of systems and applications.

+ Optimize backup performance and storage utilization.

Develop and implement automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) to streamline backup tasks and monitoring.

+ Collaborate with system administrators, database administrators, and application teams to ensure comprehensive data protection requirements are met.

+ Maintain detailed documentation of configurations, procedures, and incidents.

+ Ensure data protection processes adhere to industry regulations and compliance requirements.

**Qualifications** **Required:** + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with a minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience.

+ US Citizenship required for this role.

+ Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.

+ Strong knowledge of CommVault software suite (CommServe, Media Agents, VSA, IntelliSnap). + Hands-on experience with Azure IaaS and PaaS, including VMs, storage accounts, networking, and Recovery Services Vaults.

+ Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and Windows/Linux server environments.

+ Solid understanding of storage systems, networking protocols (TCP/IP), and cloud security best practices.

+ Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work under pressure to resolve time-critical issues.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with technical teams and management.

+ CommVault Certified Professional (CCP) or Engineer certification, and/or Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate AZ-104) are highly valued.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000.

The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2511631 SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets.

Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training.

We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion.

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