Storage & Backup Specialist

Storage & Backup Specialist | Ashdod | IAI – ELTA Systems

We are looking for a Storage & Backup Specialist to join the Software Plant at ELTA’s IT organization.

This is a highly technical and hands-on role involving end-to-end responsibility for enterprise-level storage and backup environments across the company.

The position includes:

• Managing, operating, and maintaining central storage systems based on Dell EMC, NetApp, and VAST

• Full ownership of the organizational backup environment based on Veeam

• Working with SAN infrastructure (Brocade) and Hitachi storage systems

• Designing, planning, and implementing new storage and backup solutions

• Optimizing system performance, availability, and efficiency

• Troubleshooting complex issues (Tier 3), conducting root cause analyses, and leading resolutions

• Automating management and monitoring processes using scripting tools

• Providing professional support and consultation to development and operations teams

What we are looking for:

• At least 5 years of experience in infrastructure, storage, or backup roles within enterprise environments – required

• Proven hands-on experience managing Dell EMC and NetApp storage systems – required

• Deep expertise with Veeam Backup & Replication – required

• Experience with VAST Data storage – strong advantage

• Solid understanding of storage communication protocols (NFS, CIFS, FC, iSCSI)

• Knowledge of scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) for automation – advantage

• Proactive mindset, self-learning ability, and strong system-level understanding

• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

• Excellent communication skills in Hebrew and English

• Active security clearance – advantage

Good to know:

The IT organization at IAI Ashdod is looking for a skilled Storage & Backup Specialist to join a leading infrastructure team.

This is a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, take part in the design and maintenance of critical enterprise systems, and be part of a dynamic and highly professional environment at the forefront of technological innovation.