Storage Engineer
Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.
At a Glance
Storage Engineer earns an average of $111,800/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 5–5.4 years. Top skills: NetApp Applications, Operating Systems, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving).
$111,800/yr
Bachelor's degree
5–5.4 years
10
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Computer Network Architects
Median Wage
$130,390/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+11.9%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (20)
NetApp Applications
Operating Systems
Server Message Block
Network File Systems
Computer Science
Wide Area Networks
VMware VSphere
Internet Small Computer System Interface (ISCSI)
Virtualization
Storage Architecture
Network Switches
Network Routing
Storage Devices
Data Storage
File Systems
Automation
Enterprise Storage System
Microsoft Servers
Common Skills (10)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Planning
Communication
Management
Operations
Problem Solving
Detail Oriented
Interpersonal Communications
Sales
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