Storage Consultant

Job Summary

The NSE SOM Storage Consultant at Hitachi Vantara LLC will be responsible for providing expert-level consulting services related to storage solutions within the Network and Security Engineering (NSE) Service Operations Management (SOM) framework. This role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing storage infrastructure to meet client needs and ensure seamless operation within complex IT environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and implement robust and scalable storage solutions using Hitachi Vantara products and technologies, aligning with client requirements and industry best practices.
• Conduct in-depth assessments of existing storage environments, identifying areas for improvement, optimization, and consolidation within the NSE SOM context.
• Develop and present technical proposals, statements of work, and solution designs to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Provide expert guidance and support for the integration of storage systems with other IT infrastructure components, including servers, networks, and applications.
• Perform performance analysis, tuning, and troubleshooting of storage systems to ensure optimal functionality and reliability.
• Develop and deliver training to client staff on the operation and management of Hitachi Vantara storage solutions.
• Stay current with emerging storage technologies, industry trends, and Hitachi Vantara product roadmaps.
• Collaborate effectively with sales, pre-sales, and project management teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and data governance standards in all storage designs and implementations.
• Document all configurations, procedures, and architectural designs thoroughly.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in storage architecture, design, and implementation, with a strong focus on enterprise-level environments.
• Proven expertise with Hitachi Vantara storage solutions (e.g., VSP, HNAS, HCP, HDI) is highly preferred.
• Solid understanding of storage networking technologies including Fibre Channel (FC), iSCSI, and NAS protocols.
• Experience with storage virtualization, replication, disaster recovery, and data protection strategies.
• Familiarity with Network and Security Engineering (NSE) principles and Service Operations Management (SOM) frameworks (e.g., ITIL).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Hitachi Vantara Certified Professional, SNIA, VCP) are a plus.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.

Key skills/competency

• Storage Architecture and Design
• Hitachi Vantara Storage Solutions
• Network and Security Engineering (NSE)
• Service Operations Management (SOM)
• Fibre Channel (FC) and iSCSI
• Data Protection and Disaster Recovery
• Performance Analysis and Tuning
• IT Infrastructure Integration
• Client-Facing Consulting
• Technical Documentation