Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.
Job DescriptionSeize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Data Center Operations Engineer supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Data Center Ops Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Data Center Ops Engineer joining our team to support Government activities, solve complex IT issues and provide exceptional customer service.
HOW DATA CENTER OPERATIONS ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Manage, maintain, troubleshoot and resolve critical technical issues within the datacenter.Install and maintain data center server hardware, including storage blocks, servers, patch panels, switches, routers, and other large scale networking gear.Familiarity with Linux command line to assist with troubleshooting and configuration.Participate in on-call rotation to get to the datacenter during off hours.Participate in disaster recovery mock drills and procedures.Provide cleared escort as needed to personnel who need access for maintenance, inspection, and other needs.Light shipping and receiving.WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Bachelors (Computer engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline)Required Experience: 8+ yearsRequired Technical Experience:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, a relatedtechnical field, or equivalent practical experience3 years of experience in working with computer systems and computernetworks, specifically with the Linux operating systemAbility to do physical work (lift servers, network switches, boxes etc.)Desired Qualifications:Having as many of these specific qualifications is a plus, but transferable skills/experiences may be equally valuableExperience with field-based work in POPs and datacentersExperience in troubleshooting OS, network equipment, and softwareExperience troubleshooting hardware or network related issues using Linux-based toolsSecurity Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraphLocation: On Customer Site - Aurora, CO