IT Backup Administrator

The Backup Administrator is responsible for ensuring the stability, reliability, and recoverability of company data through the efficient administration and management of backup and recovery processes. This position requires a detail-oriented and analytical individual who can troubleshoot and solve complex problems related to data backup, protection, and recovery.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage robust backup and recovery solutions to protect critical business data.
• Troubleshoot failed backups due to software and hardware issues, coordinate with Server, DB Admins & software vendors for resolution.
• Perform the backup and restore operations on multiple OS including VMWare servers.
• Perform regular testing of backup and recovery processes to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Work with IT team and key stakeholders to establish data retention and archival policies
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of backup and recovery procedures.
• Develop and conduct training sessions for staff on backup and recovery procedures.
• Develop, implement, and test disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment of DR plans with business objectives.
• Maintain and update the disaster recovery plan documentation.
• Develop and conduct training sessions for staff on backup and recovery procedures.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT systems administration with a focus on backup and recovery.
• Proven experience in managing backup and recovery solutions in large-scale environments.
• Proficiency with backup software and tools (e.g., Rubrik, CommVault, Azure backup, etc).
• Strong knowledge of Servers (Windows, Linux) and virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) SQL\Oracle Database and Cloud Skills.
• Understanding of network protocols, storage solutions, cloud sk and cybersecurity principles.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, Security+, or Education from Rubrik or Commvault are a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Business Continuity processes.
• Knowledge of cloud computing and hybrid environments as well as protecting data in the cloud.
• Possess strong communications and interpersonal skills in English with the ability to build trust and integrity in your relationships with our business partners.
• You are a self-starter with the dedication to work independently and as part of a team; ability to multitask
• Flexibility and adaptability to make decisions quickly.
• You thrive in dynamic environments with multiple changing priorities, where prioritization and time management are necessary tools.
• Good problem analysis and resolution, impact verification, troubleshooting, coaching, and facilitation experience.