Data Center Engineer
Listed on 2026-03-01
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, IT Support, Systems Administrator, Network Administrator
At Smart IT Frame, we connect top talent with leading organizations across the USA. With over a decade of staffing excellence, we specialize in IT, healthcare, and professional roles, empowering both clients and candidates to grow together.
PrimarySkills:
Server, Hardware Debugging, OS Installation, Hardware Handling,Secondary:
Networking
A Data Center Engineer designs, builds, maintains, and optimizes a company's physical and virtual data center infrastructure (servers, networks, power, cooling) to ensure high availability, security, and performance. The role handles installations, upgrades, monitoring, troubleshooting, capacity planning, and disaster recovery, often collaborating with IT teams on complex projects. Responsibilities include ensuring everything from physical server racks to cooling systems runs smoothly, implementing SOPs, managing vendors, and resolving critical issues 24/7.
Key Responsibilities- Infrastructure Management:
Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, storage, network gear, power (UPS, generators), and cooling (CRAC/CRAH units) systems. - System Monitoring & Performance:
Monitor systems for optimal performance, security, and capacity; perform regular preventive maintenance and quality assurance. - Troubleshooting & Support:
Diagnose and resolve hardware/software issues, provide technical support, and manage recurring problems. - Planning & Optimization:
Conduct capacity planning, optimize resource utilization, and contribute to data center design/expansion projects. - Documentation & Procedures:
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), asset tracking, and maintenance records. - Collaboration:
Work with IT teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to meet technological needs and ensure seamless operations. - Security & Recovery:
Implement security measures and assist with disaster recovery planning and execution.
Skills & Qualifications
- Deep understanding of hardware (servers, networking) and operating systems (Windows, Linux).
- Familiarity with critical facility infrastructure (power, cooling).
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high-availability environment, often outside normal hours.
- Knowledge of ITIL, data center best practices, and security protocols.
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