Storage Services Analyst - 3027293

Position Description: EPEO Storage Services AnalystJob Description & QualificationsThe Storage Services Analyst is a member of the EPEO Storage Service team and will have a variety of responsibilities supporting the Storage as a Service (StaaS) and Data Protection as a Service (DpaaS) This role will be responsible for and assisting with:Jira Planning and tracking of Epics. User Stories and TasksAsset Management activities, leasing and service contractsAssist with current and future planning activities supporting the expansion and adaptation of storage as a service globally.Assist with installing new hardware, removing end of life equipment, planning and installing fiber connections to new devices when needed, completing connections originating from server team requests, and ongoing troubleshooting of the server-connected environment.Financial and capacity planning and reportingRequired Skills

• Understanding and desire to learn the Ford financial processes and methodologies

• Experience with Jira business tool

• Solid understanding of MS Office, specifically Excel

• Ability to analyze complex data and present back to management

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively to all levels of business and IT management

• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating integrity in all actions.Nice to have skills:

• Knowledge of Procurement, Ford Purchasing, Project Management

• Familiarity with Data Center layouts and procedures for building access

• Knowledge of Storage fiber infrastructure which includes fiber optic connections, planning, and working with Cisco MDS switches.

• Familiarization with vendor connection needs and proficiency for connecting power.

• Coordination of installation of new storage devices and decommission and uninstall of end-of-lease storage arrays.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. if needed.

Skills Required: Jira

Education Required: Bachelor's Degree

EEO Employer

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.