Company Overview
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Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Data Center Manager to support the operations of our state-of-the-art data center at [$COMPANY_NAME]. In this pivotal role, you will assist in overseeing the daily operations, ensuring operational excellence, and driving initiatives that enhance our efficiency and reliability in delivering IT services.
Responsibilities
- Support the Data Center Manager in daily operations, including capacity planning and performance monitoring of data center infrastructure
- Implement and maintain operational procedures and best practices to enhance data center efficiency and reliability
- Assist in managing vendor relationships to ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs) and operational standards
- Coordinate with technical teams to ensure proper installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware and software systems
- Contribute to disaster recovery planning and execution to safeguard business continuity
- Assist in the development and management of the data center budget and resource allocation
- Lead and mentor a team of technicians, providing training and guiding them in day-to-day tasks
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in data center operations or IT infrastructure management
- Strong understanding of data center systems, including servers, storage, networking, and virtualization technologies
- Proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues and manage incident response
Preferred:
- Experience with data center management software and monitoring tools
- Knowledge of industry compliance standards and best practices (e.g., ISO, PCI-DSS)
- Certifications such as CompTIA Data Center, Cisco CCNA, or similar
Technical Skills and Relevant Technologies
- Proficiency in managing physical and virtualized environments
- Experience with network configuration, firewalls, and security protocols
- Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and hybrid infrastructures
- Strong skills in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation tasks
Soft Skills and Cultural Fit
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across teams
- Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to challenges
- A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities
Benefits and Perks
Competitive salary range: [$SALARY_RANGE]
Additional benefits may include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plans with company matching
- Paid time off and flexible work schedules
- Professional development opportunities and training
Equal Opportunity Statement
[$COMPANY_NAME] is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Location
This is a hybrid position, requiring a combination of in-office presence at [$COMPANY_LOCATION] and remote work flexibility.