Data Center Operations Specialist
Colorado Springs, CO - USA
Job Summary
The Opportunity:
The CIS program supports our intelligence customer deliver IT services to conduct its globally distributed operations. We are driving an exciting technological transformation of customer IT services by leading the design development implementation and operation of cutting-edge solutions. This includes continuous service improvement through the modernization of IT system infrastructure.
CACI is looking for an experienced innovative and motivated Data Center Operations Specialist to support the mission objectives and needs of the customer the Defense Intelligence Agency. Our highly skilled Data Center Operations Specialist will serve as a key member of our global 24/7 operations team. This role is essential for ensuring the physical and virtual health resiliency and efficiency of our secure data center environments. The successful candidate will blend hands-on hardware and infrastructure management with advanced environmental monitoring cloud integration and cross-functional engineering support.
The position is contingent upon award of the DIA SITE III CIO Infrastructure Services (CIS) contract.
Responsibilities:
- Deploy operate and maintain physical virtual and cloud-based data center lifecycle configurations per design specifications for optimal redundancy resiliency availability and efficiency
- Perform physical racking stacking and provisioning of enterprise servers network gear and storage devices
- Execute hardware break/fix tasks including swapping out failed components (e.g. hard drives RAM power supplies) and decommissioning end-of-life hardware
- Manage upgrade and maximize the efficient use of modern technologies for copper and fiber cable plants
- Run terminate dress label and test structured cabling installations
- Monitor ongoing physical location variables including seismic fire and thermal events power and cooling usages and overall environmental parameters
- Coordinate with stakeholder mechanical network and security resources for ongoing operations.
- Collaborate with engineers on physical and virtual site surveys data gathering and documentation reviews
- Provide support for all data center implementations
- Manage IT asset inventory including shipping receiving secure storage and asset tagging
- Collaborate with Engineering teams on the integration of data center monitoring tools into designs to meet end-state SLAs and ITSM customer service objectives
- Conduct testing of data center solutions and configurations to aid in achieving Interim Authorities to Test (IATTs) and Authorities to Operate (ATOs)
- Ensure ongoing compliance for deployed solutions with all physical and safety best practices laws and regulations
Qualifications:
Required:
- Must hold a current Top Secret SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly prior to start
- DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role (minimum Security)
- An AA and 10 years of experience BS/BA and 8 years of experience MS/MA and 6 years of experience or PhD and 4 years of experience
- Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience integrating operating and maintaining IT hardware and software solutions
Desired:
- Degree in Science Technology or Engineering
- Deep familiarity with Intelligence Community Information Technology Enterprise (IC ITE) services and classified operating environments
- ITIL 4 Foundation Certification
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member youll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customers missions and driven by a higher purpose to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together we will advance our nations most critical missions build on our lengthy track record of business success and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including but not limited to geographic location Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates relevant prior work experience specific skills and competencies education and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare wellness financial retirement family support continuing education and time off benefits.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$75200-$158100CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation age national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
CACI employs a diverse range of talent to create an environment that fuels innovation and fosters continuous improvement and success. At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security miss ... View more