SPS / DATA STORAGE ENGINEER

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Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?  

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Clemson University¿s Managed Infrastructure Operations Division is looking for a SPS / Data Storage Engineer to fulfill the following duties:

• Serves as an Data Storage Engineer for the Managed Infrastructure Services (MIS) division of ITIO.
• Reports through the Storage Platform Services team in MIS.
• Develops and implements architectures for multi-site storage platform systems, applications, security, and other highly specialized IT architecture on-premises and in the cloud.
• Implements, oversees, administers, and monitors storage platform system deployments that align with Clemson's strategic business objectives as related to both university and external customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

40% - Essential - Infrastructure Engineering: 

Provisions, deploys, configures, and monitors storage platform resources for use at Clemson University.   Research emerging technologies and applications for the agency. Acts as an internal consultant, mentor, and change agent across ITIO. Assists with project estimation and implementation where applicable. Troubleshoots and perform repairs for storage platform problems and failures, initiating with and working with vendors on diagnosis and resolution as needed.  Adheres to published architectural and operational standards and utilizes approved tools to perform job duties.
40% - Essential - Automation and Operations: 

Monitor assigned environments to identify performance bottlenecks and optimize resource utilization. Implement strategies to improve the efficiency and responsiveness of assigned services. Develop automation scripts and workflows to streamline routine tasks such as provisioning, configuration, and monitoring. Ensure normal operations of all storage platforms through day-to-day operational tasks and regular preventative maintenance. Implement orchestration tools to automate the deployment and management of assigned resources. Integrate assigned solutions with cloud platforms and other IT automation frameworks.  Adhere to published architectural and operational standards and utilizes approved tools to perform job duties.
15% - Essential - Technical Oversight:  

Serves as a technical resource for other staff members. Implements policies, procedures, technical standards and methods for implementation, testing, and support. Responsible for maintaining strong relationships to ensure stability, integrity, and efficient operations of storage platforms. Identifies changes and trends in technology that impact the information technology used to implement storage platform services.
5% - Essential - Critical Infrastructure Operations: 

Employee is required to be available for critical University or external customer troubleshooting during declared major incidents. Serve in oncall rotation. Follow industry standard best practices and CCIT policies and procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor¿s Degree in computer science or related field 

Work Experience - Experience in computer system development and modification. Relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

No Work Conditions

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5 Hours / Week

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range ($ 66,400.00 - $ 119,500.00)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Anderson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

May 11, 2026 @ 11:59 PM EST

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.