We are currently looking for an experienced, customer focused, energetic & detail-oriented individual to join our client's evolving Data Center (DC) Team.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with hardware rack & stack and OS installs as part of new datacenter build.
Provision layer 1 network connection and perform basic level testing to confirm first hop connectivity
Coordinate with ITAMS team to receive and maintain appropriate inventory.
Ensure all datacenter resources are properly monitored, accessible, and provide automated alerting when things go wrong
Responsible for managing hot spares for all production hosts & services
Able to perform intermediate level remote hand's role in troubleshooting of hardware, OS & network issues
Keep track of rack level space & power utilization and capture data in a centralized location
Perform daily visible inspection and proactively inform issues to the relevant asset owners
QUALIFICATIONS:
5+ years of experience working in a complex mission critical data center environment
Working knowledge of datacenter, network, and compute deployments at scale
Work on design and layout of data centers
Work with stake holders to understand the design and layout of datacenters
Work with vendors to ensure proper amount of cables and racks
Working knowledge of SNMP, rPDUs, UPS systems, Client systems, etc.
Excellent time management and communication skills are absolute musts
Should have intermediate level knowledge of networking concepts, topology & protocols
Should have admin skills in managing Windows & Linux systems
Should have experience in creating & maintaining setup diagrams, system hand-over, inventory & spares management documentation
Experience managing hardware install, troubleshooting & parts replacement tasks
Ability to step up and take ownership to bring complex tasks to completion
Available for off-hour & weekend maintenance activities