Data Center Director jobs in Irving, TX

Data center engineer

Onsite in Plano, TX

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Position Overview: We are looking for a talented Data Center Engineer to oversee the operation and maintenance of our data center infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data center technologies, including networking, servers, storage, and virtualization. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our data center environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain data center hardware, including servers, switches, routers, and storage arrays.
• Monitor data center performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Implement security best practices to protect data center assets from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to procure equipment and services as needed.
• Develop and maintain documentation for data center processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration of data center infrastructure with other systems and applications.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to data center emergencies outside of normal business hours.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• years of experience in data center operations and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of data center technologies, including networking, servers, storage, and virtualization.
• Experience with data center management tools and monitoring systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices for data center design, security, and operations.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry certifications such as Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Server , or VMware VCP.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell for automation.