Data Center Engineer II - 1953

Overview

Position: Data Center Engineer II
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Salary Range: $76,000 - $86,000 per year
Clearance: Clearable to Q

KeyLogic is seeking a skilled and motivated Data Center Engineer II to join our team on a major National Department of Energy Laboratory in Albuquerque.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data center operations and maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of our infrastructure.

This role involves monitoring systems, troubleshooting issues, and implementing best practices to maintain a secure and efficient data center environment.

On occasion will require to work flexible hours and support on-call duties and shift work.

Responsibilities:


* Day-to-Day Operations: Oversee daily operations of the data center, including monitoring system performance, capacity management, and ensuring uptime of critical infrastructure.


* Maintenance and Support: Perform routine maintenance on servers, storage, and networking equipment.

Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance.


* Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve hardware and software issues in a timely manner.

Collaborate with other teams to address complex problems and implement effective solutions.


* Documentation: Maintain accurate documentation of data center configurations, procedures, and incidents.

Update knowledge base articles and operational manuals as needed.


* Monitoring and Reporting: Utilize monitoring tools to track system performance and generate reports on key metrics.

Analyze data to identify trends and recommend improvements.


* Security Compliance: Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures.

Assist in implementing security measures to protect data center assets.


* Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and IT support staff, to ensure seamless operations and project execution.


* Project Involvement: Participate in data center projects, including hardware upgrades, migrations, and capacity planning.

Provide technical expertise and support during project implementation.

Qualifications:


* Must be a U.S.

Citizen.


* Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance


* Must have a BS/BA and at least 2 years of relevant experience.

In lieu of degree must have 8 years of job-related experience.


* Must have a valid driver’s license

Required Skills:


* Strong knowledge of server hardware, storage systems, and networking equipment.


* Familiarity with data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools and monitoring solutions.


* Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.


* Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure.


* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a te...