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GovCIO · 3 weeks ago

Senior Data Center Operations Engineer

Kearneysville, WV

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$115K/yr - $145K/yr

8+ years exp

GovCIO is currently hiring a highly skilled Senior Data Center Operations Engineer to manage and optimize mission-critical data center operations for the U.S. Coast Guard. The role involves overseeing all aspects of data center operations, ensuring high availability, reliability, and compliance with federal standards.

ConsultingIT InfrastructureIT ManagementManagement Consulting

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of data center operations, ensuring high availability, reliability, and compliance with federal standards

Implement proactive monitoring strategies, analyze performance trends, and mitigate risks before they impact mission-critical systems

Provide expert guidance on complex hardware installations, structured cabling, and power systems; validate designs and ensure adherence to best practices

Develop and refine operational procedures, introduce automation tools, and champion efficiency improvements across the facility

Enforce strict access control measures, lead audits, and ensure compliance with federal security and safety protocols

Direct outage recovery efforts, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Forecast resource needs, manage equipment lifecycle, and ensure scalability for future mission requirements

Train and mentor junior technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning

Maintain comprehensive records of equipment status, maintenance activities, and configuration changes within DCIM systems

Qualification

UPS systemsPower distributionCopperFiber optic cablingEnvironmental monitoring toolsNetworking fundamentalsLeadership skillsProblem-solving skillsDecision-making skillsProject management