Customer requirements: A resource is needed to assist the team in managing the Netbackup environment. A working knowledge of Netbackup 6.0/6.5, NDMP backups, VCS cluster, Solaris and AIX Operating System, Windows 2000 and 2003 OS, ACSLS, and SUN Storagetek Hardware is required. Proven project management skills are also a requirement as we may need the resident to take the lead on some projects. Flexibility with off hours support will also be helpful. In addition, we need this individual to be able to trouble shoot backup errors/Netbackup problems, fine-tune the environment, work through Firewall issues, configure media servers, develop project implementation plans, etc. The resource also would be needed to provide backup/recovery and system administration support including the following: Backup/Recovery Administration: Monitor backup jobs/Execute restore jobs/Restart failed backup jobs Tape Management. Will act as a location contact for offsite vendor and hardware vendors to troubleshoot and provide problem resolution (eg Tape drive repair). Execute vaulting process, ejecting tapes as necessary for tape management. Will provide first-level support for issues related to backup/recovery Will implement minor changes to the backup/recovery infrastructure (patches, minor upgrades). Generate reports (including trending and forecasting) on a regular basis per HSBC requirements. Provide guidance for and facilitate requests of hardware and media additions to the backup/recovery infrastructure based on forecasted architecture requirements. Provide support on projects. System Administration: Assist with gathering and reviewing technical details on relevant SF server clusters. Will troubleshoot and resolve technical problems with Servers in a large distributed environment. Install new hardware/software as needed. Work with company help-desk ticketing process and change control policy to maintain servers, naming service administration, user/group administration, installation, and configuration. Assist with creation and deployment of optimized and efficient operating system base images. The preferred work location for the resident is Wood Dale, IL. We would, however, consider candidates that meet our skill set requirements to work out of our Buffalo and Bridgewater locations. We would also need the resident to start as soon as possible. If you are interested in this opportunity, and meet most of the required and desired fields, please contact me immediately. Aaron Ratz Recruiter CTG ext 4806 .*This is a contract W2 position with CTG and our client. No Corp2Corp or 1099 applicants will be considered.* Required Skills: -- See Job Description -- To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here