AWS Migration Specialist - NetApp

Role Overview :

We are seeking an experienced AWS Migration Specialist to lead end-to-end data center to AWS migration projects. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in VMware, SAN / NAS storage systems, and AWS-native migration tools, with the ability to execute large-scale, low-downtime migrations. This is a hands-on role requiring deep technical skills, strong documentation practices, and cross-team collaboration to ensure smooth migration Responsibilities :

• Lead full lifecycle data center-to-AWS migrations from on-prem environments (VMware, RHV, Nutanix).
• Execute P2V, lift-and-shift, and re-platforming strategies ensuring minimal business downtime.
• Migrate servers, applications, and storage using AWS-native tools (DataSync, Snow Family, SMS, Application Migration Service, Migration Hub).
• Handle SAN / NAS transitions across platforms such as NetApp, EMC, IBM SVC, FSx, EFS, and S3.
• Collaborate with network, security, and application teams to coordinate seamless migration cutovers.
• Utilize AWS Migration Acceleration Program (MAP) / AWS Transform to streamline large-scale migration initiatives.
• Develop and maintain detailed migration playbooks and runbooks for scalable and automated workflows.
• Troubleshoot post-migration performance and optimization issues.
• Ensure compliance with cloud security, governance, and operational best :
• 68 years of overall IT experience, with at least 5+ years in AWS and data center migrations.
• Strong expertise in VMware virtualization and SAN / NAS storage systems (NetApp, EMC, IBM SVC).
• Proven hands-on experience with AWS migration tools (DataSync, Application Migration Service, Migration Hub, Snowball).
• Solid understanding of AWS networking (VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPN).
• Familiarity with lift-and-shift and hybrid cloud strategies.
• Strong analytical skills for performance troubleshooting and optimization post-migration.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and stakeholder management Skills :
• AWS Certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect / Migration Specialist).
• Experience with automation & scripting (Terraform, CloudFormation, Python, PowerShell).
• Exposure to cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks.

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