Datacenter Infrastructure Specialist

Duration:    12 Months

Datacenter Infrastructure Specialist

Position Overview: As a System Engineer - Datacenter Infrastructure Specialist, you will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing our datacenter operations.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of our datacenter infrastructure.

Your responsibilities will include:

Key Responsibilities:

• Datacenter Infrastructure Management:
• Design, deploy, and maintain datacenter hardware and equipment.
• Monitor and troubleshoot datacenter infrastructure for performance and efficiency.
• Implement and manage virtualization technologies for server consolidation.

Networking:

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Optimize network performance and security.
• Implement and manage network protocols and services.

Bare Metal Provisioning:

• Develop and maintain bare metal provisioning processes and scripts.
• Automate server provisioning and deployment.
• Ensure rapid and efficient server provisioning for various projects.

Support for MAAS (Metal as a Service):

• Provide support for systems provisioned in MAAS.
• Troubleshoot MAAS-related issues and ensure smooth operation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address their system provisioning needs.

Server Hardware:

• Manage server hardware inventory and lifecycle.
• Perform hardware upgrades, replacements, and repairs.
• Collaborate with vendors for procurement and warranty support.

PXE (Preboot Execution Environment):

• Configure and maintain PXE boot infrastructure.
• Create and manage automated OS installation and imaging processes.
• Troubleshoot PXE-related issues.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Create and update documentation for datacenter processes and configurations.
• Ensure compliance with security and industry standards.
• Participate in audits and compliance assessments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Proven experience in datacenter infrastructure management.
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies.
• Expertise in bare metal provisioning and server hardware management.
• Familiarity with PXE boot infrastructure and automation.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+, VMware VCP) are a plus.