storage administrator daily tasks

Note:
1. Storage = disk, tape, SAN, and storage software
2. Percentage after each task is approximatley timed



1. Manage current storage environment (20%)

    Resolve any storage shortages
    Alert and resolve any performance issues and notify end-users
    Insure that data is available to all applications

2. Application support (20%)

    Work with application developers to determine storage requirements
    Work with existing programmers, DBAs to optimize storage

3. Backup (15%)

    Maintain proper backup schedule
    Restore and recover data as requested
    Facilitate off-site storage of tape

4. Monitor current storage environment (15%)

    Usage
    Performance
    Availability
    Reporting on status


5. Capacity planning (10%)

    Forecast storage growth
    Determine allocation of different storage types