Storage Solutions Architect at MetroSys

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Storage Solutions Architect at MetroSys. Location Information: USA. Position Overview. MetroSys is seeking a highly experienced . Storage Solutions Architect. to lead enterprise-scale data migration and storage modernization initiatives. This role is heavily client-facing and focused on designing, leading, and executing complex migration programs across diverse storage environments, with a strong emphasis on . NAS and unstructured data platforms. .. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and technical leader who can engage at the executive and engineering levels, architect end-to-end solutions, and successfully deliver large-scale migration projects with minimal risk and disruption.. Key Responsibilities. Lead large-scale storage migration programs. from discovery through design, execution, and final validation, ensuring alignment with business and technical objectives.. Serve as the . primary client-facing architect. , providing strategic guidance, setting expectations, and building trust with stakeholders across IT leadership and engineering teams.. Design and implement . NAS-centric migration strategies. across platforms such as NetApp, Dell EMC Isilon/PowerScale, Unity, PowerStore, and similar solutions.. Assess existing storage environments (NAS, SAN, hybrid) and develop . target-state architectures. , migration roadmaps, and best practices.. Drive . end-to-end migration execution. , including data movement planning, cutover strategies, performance tuning, and risk mitigation.. Architect solutions for . file services, multiprotocol access (NFS/SMB), and large unstructured data environments. .. Provide leadership and oversight for . cross-functional teams. , including engineers, project managers, and customer personnel.. Ensure . data integrity, security, and performance. throughout migration activities.. Act as a . technical escalation point. for complex multi-vendor storage environments.. Develop and deliver . high-quality documentation. , including architecture diagrams, migration runbooks, and executive summaries.. Present solutions, progress updates, and outcomes to . client stakeholders and leadership teams. .. Required Qualifications. 7+ years. of enterprise storage engineering, consulting, or architecture experience.. Proven experience . leading large-scale storage or data migration projects. in enterprise environments.. Strong expertise in . NAS technologies. (NetApp, Dell EMC Isilon/PowerScale, Unity, PowerStore, etc.).. Deep understanding of . file protocols (NFS, SMB/CIFS). and unstructured data management.. Solid knowledge of . SAN environments. , including zoning, multipathing, and host/storage integration.. Experience designing and implementing . multi-vendor storage solutions. .. Demonstrated ability to operate in . client-facing, advisory, or consulting roles. .. Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.. Preferred Skills. Experience with . enterprise NAS migrations and consolidations. (petabyte-scale environments a plus).. Familiarity with . cloud-integrated storage and hybrid architectures. (AWS, Azure, GCP).. Knowledge of . data protection and replication technologies. (SnapMirror, SyncIQ, etc.).. Experience with . VMware and virtualized storage environments. .. Background in . professional services or consulting organizations. .. Familiarity with . networking concepts related to storage (L2/L3, DNS, AD integration). .. What Success Looks Like. Successfully delivering . complex, high-visibility migration projects. on time and with minimal disruption.. Acting as a . trusted advisor. to clients on storage strategy and modernization.. Driving . standardization, scalability, and performance improvements. across customer environments.. Leading engagements that result in . long-term client relationships and follow-on opportunities. .