Amentum is currently seeking a Data Center Engineer to support an IT Managed Services program in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The overall program includes a 500+ work force performing Enterprise IT support, Service Desk, and Telecommunications support across multiple facilities and locations, for classified and unclassified telecommunications and information technology (IT) systems. **Responsibilities and Duties:** + **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. **Minimum Qualifications:** + Must have a Bachelors degree and 2 years of experience OR an Associates degree and 5 years of experience OR a high School degree/GED and 8 years of experience OR equivalent. + Please note: degrees MUST be in a relevant field. + Related experience can be substituted for relevant education and vice versa. + Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET (TS) or DOE Q Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a TOP SECRET (TS) or DOE Q Clearance. + 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. **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. **Preferred Qualifications:** + 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. 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