Senior Storage Engineer

Senior Storage Engineer

The Infrastructure Services team seeks an experienced Senior Storage Engineer who will be responsible for the planning, delivery and performance of complex data storage and related systems in support of strategic business priorities. This includes managing and planning data storage and backup systems to agreed service levels; creating, improving, and supporting the optimal utilisation of storage resources; ensuring data security, availability and integrity of business data and developing standards, procedures and guidelines for implementing data protection and disaster recovery functionality for business applications and data. Critical to the success of the role is the ability to engage and influence senior level stakeholders, coordinating the planning for change and improvements to ensure the optimal delivery of system benefits aligned with user expectations.

Providing expert advice as a mentor and escalation point the Senior Storage Engineer will build capability by adopting and promoting best practice, policies and standards in relation to storage management, backup and security.

To be successful in this role the ideal candidate will have:

• Substantial experience in the planning, development and implementation of complex data storage technologies, coupled with a proven ability to build organisational capability in storage management, backup and security
• Advanced understanding of server and operating systems (Windows, Linux, VMware ESX), storage technologies (NetApp, Hitachi, IBM), cloud (AWS) and backup management (PowerProtect Data Manager and Data Domain please, Commvault)
• Highly-developed planning and organisational skills, with experience establishing priorities and meeting deadlines in a large, complex organisation
• Excellent relationship management and consulting skills including with demonstrated ability to influence technical outcomes authoritative advice
• Highly-developed analytical and conceptual skills including demonstrated ability to conceptualise, develop and translate complex business issues into innovative, workable solutions

At Monash University, work feels different. There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That's why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

Your application does not need to address the Key Selection Criteria. Please send us a cover letter (max 2 pages) that addresses your suitability for the role, along with a copy of your latest resume.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.