Infra Storage

Job Title Storage Administrator Job Grade Manager 1 2-G10 G11A Function Information Technology Sub-function Infra IT Manager s Job Label Storage Lead Skip Level Manager s Label Global Head - DC SNOC Function Head Title DC Lead Location Mumbai No of Direct Reports if any NA Business Unit Job Summary At Sun Pharma we commit to helping you Create your own sunshine - by fostering an environment where you grow at every step take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine As you enter the Sun Pharma world you ll find yourself becoming Better every day through continuous progress Exhibit self-drive as you Take charge and lead with confidence Additionally demonstrate a collaborative spirit knowing that we Thrive together and support each other s journeys We are seeking an experienced Storage Administrator to manage enterprise storage infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing deploying managing and securing storage systems with a deep understanding of regulatory requirements in the Pharma Life Sciences domain The role also demands capabilities in disaster recovery vendor management and cost optimization Areas Of Responsibility Storage Architecture Design Design scalable high-performance and secure storage solutions SAN NAS Object Storage aligning with business requirements Lead the planning and implementation of storage infrastructure upgrades and migrations Evaluate and recommend technologies for future-proof storage architecture Storage Operations Management Oversee daily operations of storage systems including provisioning performance tuning troubleshooting and lifecycle management Maintain data integrity and ensure optimal storage availability and efficiency Automate routine storage tasks using scripts or management tools Cloud Hybrid Storage Manage and optimize storage in cloud platforms AWS Azure GCP and hybrid environments Implement tiered storage strategies cloud archival and backup integrations Monitor cloud storage costs and optimize consumption Security Compliance Ensure data at rest and in transit is secure through encryption and access control mechanisms Maintain compliance with Pharma Life Sciences regulations such as GxP FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and HIPAA Perform regular audits vulnerability assessments and patch management Industry-Specific Pharma Life Sciences Focus Understand and support data lifecycle needs for R D manufacturing clinical trials and regulatory submissions Work closely with QA RA teams to support validation and audit readiness of storage systems Manage long-term data retention aligned with scientific and regulatory mandates Governance Vendor Management Define storage governance policies including capacity planning SLA management and change control Evaluate and manage vendor relationships for storage hardware software and cloud providers Review and negotiate storage support contracts and licensing agreements Disaster Recovery Resiliency Develop and maintain robust backup and disaster recovery strategies Ensure regular testing and documentation of DR plans across storage platforms Support business continuity initiatives and RTO RPO requirements Project Budget Management Lead or participate in infrastructure projects involving storage expansion migration or refresh Prepare storage-related budgets and track expenditures for hardware software and cloud Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders for requirement gathering and delivery planning Travel Estimate Up to 10 Job Scope Internal Interactions within the organization IT Functional Team External Interactions outside the organization Vendors OEM s Geographical Scope India Overseas Financial Accountability cost revenue with exclusive authority Job Requirements Educational Qualification Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field or equivalent experience Strong hands-on experience with enterprise storage systems e g NetApp Dell EMC Pure Storage HPE In-depth understanding of storage protocols FC iSCSI NFS SMB and data protection strategies Familiarity with hybrid and cloud storage solutions AWS Azure GCP Experience implementing compliance frameworks e g GDPR SOX ISO 27001 in storage environments Solid grasp of ITIL practices risk management and governance frameworks Experience with scripting and automation tools is a plus e g PowerShell Ansible Specific Certification NetApp Certified NCDA NCIE Dell EMC Proven Professional HPE ASE MASE Pure Storage Certification ITIL Foundation or Intermediate Project Management PMP Prince2 is a plus Cloud certifications AWS Azure are desirable Experience 5 years in enterprise storage management 2 years in a leadership or team lead capacity managing or mentoring technical staff Skill Functional Behavioural Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and documentation skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Collaborative approach with cross-functional teams Your Success Matters to Us At Sun Pharma your success and well-being are our top priorities We provide robust benefits and opportunities to foster personal and professional growth Join us at Sun Pharma where every day is an opportunity to grow collaborate and make a lasting impact Let s create a brighter future together Disclaimer The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent s