Veeam Backup and Recovery Administrator – Reference SSVBARA

CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB

A DR-HA backup and recovery administrator is responsible for managing the Veeam Backup & Replication system, which is used for data backup and recovery purposes. This role involves ensuring the proper functioning and configuration of the Veeam system, as well as performing backup and recovery operations as required.

MAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB 

Installing and configuring Veeam Backup & Replication 

• Installs and sets up the Veeam Backup & Replication software on the designated
• Attends to the configuring backup repositories, backup proxies, and other necessary

Creating and managing backup jobs 

• Creates and manages backup jobs, which define the data to be backed up, the backup schedule, and the backup destination.
• Configure various options, such as backup types (full, incremental, or differential), retention policies, and compression settings.

Monitoring and troubleshooting backup operations 

• Monitors the backup jobs to ensure their successful
• Troubleshoots any issues that arise during the backup process, such as network connectivity problems, storage issues, or backup failures.
• Investigates error messages, review logs, and take appropriate actions to resolve the issues.

Performing data recovery 

• Restores lost data from the backups in the event when data is
• Navigate the backup repositories, select the appropriate recovery points, and initiates the restoration
• Ensures recovered data is correct and accessible to the

Managing backup storage 

• Oversees the storage resources used for backup
• Monitors the storage capacity utilization, manages backup retention policies, and optimizes the storage infrastructure for efficient and effective backups.

Implementing backup best practices and security measures 

• Ensures that the backup environment follows best practices and security
• Implements encryption for data protection, periodic backup testing and validation, and off-site storage for disaster recovery purposes.

Upgrading and maintaining the Veeam Backup & Replication system 

• Keeps the Veeam software up to date by applying software updates and
• Performs system maintenance tasks, such as database maintenance, log file management, and performance optimization.

Collaborating with other IT teams

• Works closely with other IT teams, such as system administrators, network administrators, and database
• Collaborates on infrastructure planning, integration with other systems, and troubleshooting complex technical issues.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Degree or Diploma in computer science or related
• Certification in Veeam technology: Obtaining the Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) certification demonstrates proficiency in Veeam Backup & Replication and enhances credibility in this role.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE 

• Experience in backup and recovery operations: Strong experience in managing backup and recovery operations in enterprise environments is This includes knowledge of various backup types, backup storage technologies, and recovery techniques.

KNOWLEDGE 

• Knowledge of Veeam Backup & Replication: The administrator should have a deep understanding of the Veeam backup and recovery software, including its features, functionalities, and configuration

• Understanding of backup storage technologies: Familiarity with different storage technologies, such as SAN, NAS, and tape libraries, is necessary to efficiently manage the backup storage infrastructure.

• Knowledge of virtualization technologies: Since Veeam Backup & Replication is often used in virtualized environments, a solid understanding of virtualization technologies, such as VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V, is beneficial.

• Knowledge of backup best practices and security: Understanding industry best practices for backup and recovery, as well as data protection and security, is crucial. This includes knowledge of backup scheduling, retention policies, encryption techniques, and disaster recovery planning.

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.