Backup Engineer

Description The DXC Technology consultant focuses on operating and maintaining the Operational environments of DXC customers as per the environment design and contractual agreements. The main goals are to deliver available and secure managed services within Data Centre and Cloud platforms , to continuously increase the level of automation and security, to ensure high availability of the service, and to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. The Technology Consultant is an experienced, multi-skilled professional, who can work within a small team responsible for delivering reactive and proactive operational support end-to-end in DXC-managed Operational environments. The Technology Consultant is motivated to take strong ownership on actions, to find innovative ways to improve the services’ agility and efficiency, and to continuously gain more skills including the willingness to learn Cloud based Technologies Responsibilities Provides Level 3 Backup and Recovery support, with a strong technical understanding of Windows, Linux, ESXi, Storage, Tooling & Monitoring Reacting to and resolving High Severity Issues on Customer Environments Resolution of problems and performing Root Cause Analysis Capacity, Configuration Management Provides advice on solution and integration opportunities for customers Functions as a technical SME for backups and provides work leadership for less experienced personnel Reviews and approves design decisions to ensure that solutions exhibit high levels of performance, security, scalability, maintainability, and reliability upon deployment. Utilizes standard corporate tools to record change and problem activities for tracking purposes. Out of hours and weekend work may be required. Essential Skills/Qualifications: Expertise in one or more of the following Backup technologies in an enterprise environment: EMC Networker / Veritas NetBackup / HPE Data Protector Experience in working and providing Backup support in an Enterprise Environment Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Ability to work in a team environment Ability to anticipate problems and take decisive action Out of Hours Desirable Skills/Qualifications: Trained or Experienced with the following technologies Server; Windows Server (2008-2017), Linux (Red Hat, CentOS) Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) Monitoring (HP Operations Manager, SCCM) Storage (Dell EMC, NetApp) Scripting (PowerShell, BASH) Trained or Experienced and Certified in cloud platforms: Microsoft Azure Amazon Web Services (AWS) Ability to learn and adapt to new frameworks/technologies DevOps & Agile methodology experience, working with small agile teams, is a plus About DXC Technology DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is the world’s leading independent, end-to-end IT services company, helping clients harness the power of innovation to thrive on change. Created by the merger of CSC and the Enterprise Services business of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, DXC Technology serves nearly 6,000 private and public sector clients across 70 countries. The company’s technology independence, global talent and extensive partner alliance combine to deliver powerful next-generation IT services and solutions. DXC Technology is recognized among the best corporate citizens globally. For more information, visit www.dxc.technology. Please note the above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not a complete list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Please Note To satisfy our contractual obligations with clients, the candidate will be required to pass standard Criminal Records checks. Additional background checks may be required by certain customers. You will also be required to agree to DXC’s Confidentiality, Non-Solicitation, and Conflict of Interest Agreements. DXC Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religious creed, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, age (40 or over), or genetic information. DXC's commitment to diversity and inclusive selection practices includes ensuring qualified long-term unemployed job seekers receive equal consideration for employment. Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. Job – Services –Specialist Level Primary Location – Newcastle Schedule - Full-time Shift – No Travel – Occasional, 10% or less This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89944438