Senior Data Center Infrastructure Specialist-TS Security Clearan

The Senior Data Center Infrastructure Specialist is responsible for the physical installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the hardware and cabling that powers large-scale computing environments.

Core Responsibilities

• Act as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for on-site infrastructure,

providing technical guidance and on-the-job training (OJT) to junior technicians.

• Lead large-scale infrastructure deployments, technical refreshes, and high-risk

network migrations.

• Manage capacity planning for power, cooling, and rack space; advise leadership

on modernization and scalability.

• Coordinate with external vendors for equipment upgrades and serve as the on-

site liaison for remote engineering teams.

• Physically installing servers, routers, and switches into racks and cabinets.

• Routing, labeling, and terminating copper (Cat5e/Cat6) and fiber optic cabling to

maintain a clean and organized infrastructure.

• Diagnosing and replacing faulty components like hard drives, memory (DIMMs),

and power supplies.

• Utilize Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) tools to monitor power

• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and spend 8+ hours

a day standing or walking in a noisy environment.

• Familiarity with computer hardware, network protocols (TCP/IP), and Operating

Systems (Linux/Windows).

• Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot connectivity or hardware failures under

pressure.

Education & Certifications:

• Top Secret or higher security clearance

• 8+ years of experience in mission critical data center environments

• Experience in managing small teams

• High School Diploma; an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in IT or Computer

Science is preferred for higher-tier roles.

• Industry-recognized credentials like CompTIA Server+, CompTIA Network+,

or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), etc.

We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package and FUN place to work! Benefits include, but not limited to:

Health and Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance (three CareFirst healthcare plans to choose from, Dental and Vision Insurance, 75% covered for employee/ 50% per dependant
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions $1500 individual/ $3000 family

Personal Insurance Benefits

• Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D coverage
• Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

Paid Leave

• Employees receive 20 days of vacation/10 holidays built into hourly rate/ 5 days of Administrative leave (currently used for snow, jury, bereavement)

Retirement

• Pre-tax 401k program including 6% company match
• 100% fully vested from eligibility date

*Eligible after 90 days of employment