The Judge Group · 2 days ago
Lead Associate Principal, Data Center Engineering (1115248)
The Judge Group is seeking a Lead Associate Principal in Data Center Engineering. This role involves overseeing data center operations, ensuring high availability, and managing infrastructure solutions to support business growth and technology upgrades.
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Responsibilities
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
Experience with project management methodologies and coordinating infrastructure projects from planning through implementation
Must be able to work a variety of shifts
Strong team player
Qualification
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
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
Company
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