Cloud Storage Technical Consultant (Full-Time Travel, Weekends Home)
Location: Remote (USA) – Must reside near a major airport
Travel: Full-time travel during the week, home every weekend
Salary: 110K-145K (based on experience)
About the Role:
We are seeking a Cloud Storage Technical Consultant to design, deploy, and optimize hybrid cloud solutions for our clients. This is a client-facing role requiring expertise in cloud platforms, virtualization (VMware), networking fundamentals, and storage infrastructure to ensure seamless cloud integration and performance. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Hybrid Cloud Strategy & Implementation – Architect, deploy, and optimize hybrid cloud solutions using public and private cloud technologies.
- Virtualization & VMware Management – Configure, manage, and troubleshoot VMware environments (vSphere, vCenter, ESXi, NSX) for high availability and efficiency.
- Networking Configuration – Implement and troubleshoot VLANs, firewalls, VPNs, and routing protocols to support hybrid cloud connectivity.
- Storage Management – Design and manage storage solutions (SAN, NAS, cloud-based storage) to ensure data redundancy and accessibility.
- Security & Compliance – Ensure hybrid cloud environments align with industry security best practices and compliance standards.
- Performance Optimization – Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements to maximize uptime and efficiency.
- Collaboration & Support – Partner with internal teams and clients to provide technical guidance, resolve issues, and support cloud migration initiatives.
- Experience with VMware virtualization technologies (vSphere, vCenter, ESXi, NSX)
- Strong understanding of basic networking (firewalls, subnetting, connectivity troubleshooting)
- Hands-on experience with storage solutions (SAN, NAS, cloud-based storage)
- Familiarity with hybrid cloud environments and integration between public/private cloud
- Proficiency in scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python, Terraform) is a plus
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
Preferred Certifications (Nice to Have):
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
- AWS/Azure/GCP Certifications
- Cisco CCNA (Networking Basics)
- Storage Vendor Certifications (NetApp, Dell EMC, etc.)
About PGTEK:
PGTEK is a true consulting organization dedicated to helping clients achieve their business and technology objectives utilizing our decades of experience and business relationships. PGTEK invests in the educational advancements of our staff by providing the necessary resources to complete Professional and Business Certifications. Our company is our people, and we treat them like family. EOE, including disability/veterans.
Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. A TRICARE Supplemental Medical Insurance plan is also available. Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered. Additionally, PGTEK offers a matching 401(k) plan and a discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance. An Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees. We offer a generous amount of PTO and Holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment.
