Data Center Engineer II - 1976

Position: Data Center Engineer II
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Salary Range: $76,000 to $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. Provide technical knowledge and analysis of highly specialized applications and operational environment, high-level functional systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, and implementation. Assist other consultants with analysis and evaluation and with the preparation of recommendations for system improvements, optimization, development, and/or maintenance efforts in the following specialties: information systems architecture, networking; telecommunications, WIDS monitoring; communications protocols, risk management/electronic analysis, software; lifecycle management, WASP inventory systems and NLYTE data center documentation.
  
  
  
  
• 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 team environment.

Desired Skills:

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, or equivalent) are preferred.
• Minimum of two years of ICT Infrastructure design experience.
• Strong computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office applications are required.
• Ability to successfully handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to collaborate work effort between multiple groups.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs).
• Willingness to work in a data center environment, which may include exposure to noise, heat, and electrical equipment.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work in a variety of locations associated with reviewing Telecommunications Spaces.