Infrastructure Analyst - Backup and Data Protection

ANALYST, BACKUP/DATA PROTECTION

Job Summary: The Analyst, Backup/Data Protection is responsible for supporting

the daily operation, administration, monitoring, and continuous improvement of

the enterprise Cyber Recovery Vault environment. This position supports secure

backup replication, isolated recovery capabilities, CyberSense analytics,

Linux-based infrastructure, VMware-hosted recovery systems, and network controls

required to protect critical data assets and enable reliable recovery from cyber

events.

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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Vault Administration and Operations

* Administer Dell Cyber Recovery Vault infrastructure and associated recovery

components.

* Maintain Dell CyberSense analytics services, including job validation, alert

review, and issue escalation.

* Verify vault isolation, air-gap operations, scheduled synchronization, and

secure access controls.

* Perform routine vault health checks, remediation activities, and operational

readiness reviews.

* Coordinate vault maintenance windows, change activities, and recovery testing

exercises.

* Maintain operational documentation, recovery runbooks, configuration records,

and evidence for audit or compliance reviews.

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Backup and Recovery Infrastructure

* Administer and support PowerProtect Data Manager, Data Domain replication,

Netbackup, and related backup copy workflows into the vault.

* Validate backup copy jobs, investigate failed replications, and coordinate

remediation with storage, backup, security, and application teams.

* Monitor backup integrity, recoverability, replication status, and Cyber

Recovery automation workflows.

* Support recovery testing, restore validation, and documentation of recovery

outcomes.

Linux and Platform Administration

* Configure and maintain Linux network interfaces, DNS, NTP, SMTP, SSH, system

services, and host firewall settings.

* Manage systemd services and support operating system lifecycle activities,

including patching, upgrades, and configuration validation.

* Troubleshoot Linux permissions, SELinux, service dependencies, performance

issues, and system logs.

* Support secure configuration standards and operational hardening practices

for recovery infrastructure.

VMware and Virtual Infrastructure Support

* Deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot Cyber Recovery virtual machines and

supporting VMware components.

* Support virtual networking, resource allocation, host integration, and

recovery environment readiness.

* Coordinate infrastructure changes with virtualization teams to ensure

alignment with enterprise standards and change management processes.

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Network, Security, and Monitoring

* Configure and validate isolated vault networking, routing, DNS, and firewall

rule requirements.

* Support secure communication between production, backup, and vault

environments while preserving recovery isolation objectives.

* Monitor synchronization jobs, CyberSense analysis completion, backup

recoverability, and recovery readiness indicators.

* Generate operational reports, identify operational risks, and recommend

corrective actions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering,

Cybersecurity, or related field is preferred; equivalent work experience may

be considered.

* Operational experience supporting enterprise infrastructure operations,

backup and recovery platforms, Linux systems, VMware environments, or

networked storage environments.

* Working knowledge of backup replication, cyber recovery, disaster recovery,

isolated recovery environments, or data protection concepts.

* Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues across operating systems,

storage, backup, virtualization, and network domains.

* Ability to follow change management, incident management, security,

compliance, and documentation standards.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document

technical procedures and communicate status to technical and non-technical

stakeholders.

* Ability to participate in after-hours support, planned maintenance windows,

recovery exercises, and escalation activities as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Hands-on experience with Dell Cyber Recovery, Dell CyberSense, PowerProtect

Data Manager, Data Domain, or related Dell data protection platforms.

* Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or comparable Linux distributions.

* Experience with VMware vSphere, vCenter, virtual networking, and virtual

machine lifecycle administration.

* Understanding of firewall rules, DNS, routing, secure network segmentation,

and isolated recovery network design.

* Experience creating operational reports, recovery validation evidence,

runbooks, and audit-ready documentation.

* Familiarity with scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell, Bash,

Python, Ansible, or REST APIs.

CORE COMPETENCIES

* Analytical troubleshooting and root-cause analysis

* Operational discipline and attention to detail

* Security-minded infrastructure administration

* Customer focus and commitment to reliable service delivery

* Collaboration across storage, backup, network, security, virtualization, and

application teams

* Ownership of documentation, standards, and continuous improvement

This position falls under the company’s Insider Threat Program and will have

access to, and control over sensitive data, systems or assets. Enhanced

personnel screening, which includes a background review, drug screen and

psychological assessment, will be required if you are selected for this

position

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO

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is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast

and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and

affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has

electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies

in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy

solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and

telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to

innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet

customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero

greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the

needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our

sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and

social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a

variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that

reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more,

visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families

through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base

salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and

retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and

emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional

compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards

subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A

summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here

https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf

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Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also

be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's

qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex,

national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual

orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by

law.

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