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The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) · 3 hours ago

Lead Associate Principal, Data Center Engineering

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$126K/yr - $171K/yr

8+ years exp

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. They are seeking a Lead Associate Principal in Data Center Engineering to ensure the delivery and maintenance of high-quality services for OCC's Data Centers and Network Infrastructure, including managing DCIM software and video surveillance systems.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide engineering services to meet business strategic needs based on holistic understanding of Data Center Operations (Facilities, Operations, IT systems, SAN, NAS, Network, Database, systems administration, incident, and DR practices).Install cable tray, ladder rack and grounding and bonding

Provide Data Center capacity management, scalable architectures, automation, data center tools, physical security, monitoring, and trending.Decommission and removal of retired equipment

Configure and maintain monitoring and alerting systems for data center infrastructure, responding to alerts and implementing proactive measures to prevent service disruptions

Administer and manage the video surveillance platform including Video Management System (VMS) such as exacqVision, Milestone XProtect, or Genetec Security Center and associated cameras, ensuring optimal performance, system availability, and integration with Data Center physical security infrastructure

Manage, operate, and continuously improve Systems, Database, and Tools Infrastructure that support OCC's Data Centers and Network Infrastructure rooms in a 24/7 environment

Develop and maintain engineering and operations processes, procedures, and documentation associated with DCIM (Sunbird dcTrack, Nlyte, Schneider Electric EcoStruxure IT), VMS, and other supporting tools

Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing, including developing and maintaining procedures for business continuity, conducting regular DR drills, and ensuring compliance with recovery time objectives (RTO) and recovery point objectives (RPO)

Follow and support change management processes to ensure all modifications to data center infrastructure are properly documented, reviewed, approved, and implemented with minimal risk to operations

Maintain active and direct interaction with customers and stakeholders to gather and understand global, regional, divisional, and site business requirements and ensure our OCC's Data Center strategic initiatives align with business strategies

Installation and validation of data center infrastructure including: servers, network infrastructure, and supporting hardware within a mission critical datacenter

Installation, testing, and labeling of cable (CAT5-CAT7) and fiber (SM and MM) in accordance with industry standard data center protocols (ANSI/TIA/BICSI)

Decommission and removal of retired equipment

Provide professional and prompt responses to customer requests, effectively resolving concerns and communicating project status with customers and the Data Center Engineering team

Create, review and interpret technical plans, specifications, and documentation for data center infrastructure projects

Conduct project kickoff meetings (Method of Procedure) with customers and team members

Collaborate effectively with all levels of internal staff, customers, and external vendors

Manage work priorities through the ticketing system in coordination with the Manager, Data Center Engineering and team members

Diagnose hardware issues and replace failed components to maintain system availability

Conduct root cause analysis for incidents and outages, documenting findings and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure accurate data entry and maintenance in DCIM (Sunbird dcTrack, Nlyte, Schneider Electric EcoStruxure IT), VMS, and other supporting tools

Ensure the Data Center and Network Infrastructure rooms are clean and well-organized

Manage Data Center shipping and receiving operations, coordinating with Shipping and Receiving personnel

Provide On-Call duties on assigned weeks, which may include response to customers' needs during overnight or weekends

Qualification

DCIM toolsVideo Management SystemsData Center operationsInfrastructure solutionsRegulatory compliance standardsCapacity planningNetworking fundamentalsCabling installationTechnical communicationCustomer serviceOrganizational skillsAttention to detailTeam player

Required

Excellent technical written, diagramming, and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with IT professionals and management

Demonstrate initiative and dependability with experience supporting Data Center and mission-critical services 24/7, including responding to service interruptions at any time

Strong experience with DCIM tools (Sunbird dcTrack, Nlyte, Schneider Electric EcoStruxure IT) and Video Management Systems (VMS) including development, management, operation, data quality assurance, training of operators, and administration of platforms such as exacqVision, Milestone XProtect, or Genetec Security Center. Knowledge of IP-based video surveillance systems, including camera configuration, network integration, and troubleshooting

Demonstrate accountability with strong focus on customer service and maintaining high system availability

Work independently with minimal supervision, proactively identifying and resolving issues before they impact service

Must be able to function well under pressure with multiple priorities

Experience conducting quality assurance procedures and validating final deliverables

Strong knowledge of high availability best practices and implementation

Experience designing, deploying, and integrating infrastructure solutions including servers, storage, virtualization technologies, and hardware components across multiple vendors in a heterogeneous environment. Skilled in data center plant installation processes

Able to lift hardware components (up to 50lbs)

Strong organizational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to adapt to changing environments and priorities

Understanding of regulatory compliance standards and data center best practices such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST frameworks, and financial industry regulations

Experience with data center capacity planning, resource allocation, and forecasting to support business growth and technology upgrades

Experience managing relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers, including oversight of service level agreements (SLAs) and performance metrics

Must be able to work a variety of shifts

Strong team player

Expert knowledge of Data Center terminology and traditional Data Center solutions

Proficiency with standard business software (Windows, Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint); Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) tools such as Sunbird dcTrack, Nlyte, or Schneider Electric EcoStruxure IT; and ticketing software (ServiceNow/Remedy/Jira)

Working knowledge and experience with network test equipment for electrical and optical transport methods (CAT-6, Coaxial, Multi-Conductor, Single Mode and Multi-Mode Fiber, DS-1/3s, OC-3/OC-192, GIG-E, Fast Ethernet)

Training and experience with Data Center industry standards (NEC, DCIM, EIA, ANSI/TIA-942-A, ANSI/BICSI 002-20XX)

Understanding of AC/DC power, grounding principles, and Ohm's Law

Knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and ability to troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 connectivity issues

Extensive knowledge and experience in the installation and termination of a wide variety of cabling types (CAT-6, Coaxial, Multi-Conductor, Single Mode and Multi-Mode Fiber)

Proficiency with Video Management System (VMS) platforms such as exacqVision, Milestone XProtect, or Genetec Security Center, including system configuration, user management, and integration with physical security systems. Understanding of video surveillance technologies including IP cameras, network video recorders (NVR), and video analytics

Bachelor's degree and 6 years of related experience; or high school diploma (or equivalent) with 10 years of related experience

8+ years of Data Center experience in a large enterprise mission-critical data center environment

6+ years of experience with telecom equipment installation

6+ years of experience working with (208V AC), and (48V, 24V DC) power systems

6+ years of experience in the communications industry, financial services/trading industry, or in a MTSO/Central Office environment

Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) certification such as Sunbird dcTrack Certified Professional, Nlyte Certified Professional, Schneider Electric Data Center Certification, or equivalent training and experience

Video Management System (VMS) certification such as exacqVision Certified Professional, Milestone Certified Integration Technician (MCIT), Genetec Certified Professional, or equivalent

Preferred

Experience with project management methodologies and coordinating infrastructure projects from planning through implementation

Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell) and automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual tasks

Knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) to support hybrid infrastructure environments

BICSI Installer certification (or equivalent training and experience)

Manufacturing certifications (Panduit, Hubbell, TE)

CompTIA Server+ or CompTIA Data Center Technician certification

CNET Training or Uptime Institute certifications such as Certified Data Center Design Professional (CDCDP), Certified Data Center Management Professional (CDCMP), Accredited Operations Specialist (AOS), or Accredited Tier Specialist (ATS)

EXIN Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) or equivalent foundational data center certification

Benefits

A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work

Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely

Generous PTO and Parental leave

401k Employer Match

Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision

Company

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC)

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The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization.

Founded in 1973

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.theocc.com/

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