Systems Engineer

IT Systems Hosting and M&E Management:

• Optimize IT system hosting while effectively monitoring M&E systems, such as power distribution units (PDUs), uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH) to ensure operational integrity and performance.

• Develop and implement performance metrics and monitoring tools to assess the efficiency of both IT systems and M&E infrastructure, focusing on key indicators like Power Utilization Effectiveness (PUE) and system uptime. Analyze data to identify trends and recommend operational improvements.

Data Center Assessments:

• Conduct regular evaluations across all data center sites to identify deficiencies in power, space and cooling. Provide actionable recommendations and strategies to address these deficiencies and enhance overall resiliency.

• Collaborate with the Facility Manager and Data Center Manager to implement identified improvements, ensuring they align with industry best practices and operational standards.

Consultation and Compliance:

• Serve as a Technical Advisor to the Facility Manager and Data Center Manager, sharing insights on M&E and hosting-related matters, including maintenance strategies, system upgrades and enhancements.

• Provide expert consultation to special project teams, assisting in the evaluation of innovative colocation solutions or services.

• Ensure alignment with industry standards (e.g., TIA-942, Uptime Institute) and internal policies by maintaining comprehensive documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and compliance checklists.

• Apply knowledge of ICD-705 Security Protocols to enforce compliance and security measures across all Data Centers, including conducting audits to identify vulnerabilities.

• Engage with industry vendors to gain insights on Data Center technologies and procurement opportunities.

Incident Response and Project Engagement:

• Provide expert troubleshooting support during operational incidents, leading the diagnosis and resolution of complex issues in collaboration with IT Operations teams.

• Participate in cross-functional project teams for management updates, technology implementation and process improvements impacting IT systems and M&E infrastructure.

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Data Center Engineer to join our Data Center Management Team, primarily based at the McLean location., Bachelor’s degree and 11+ years of relevant experience

• Experience monitoring M&E systems across Data Centers

• Experience performing Enterprise Data Center assessments to identify opportunities for improving power, space and cooling efficiencies

• Experience identifying and addressing IT system hosting issues

• Knowledge of ICD-705 Security Protocols

• Advanced knowledge of data center infrastructure, including servers, storage, network devices, power and cooling systems

• Advanced understanding of capacity planning and forecasting data center resource utilization

• Knowledgeable in designing and developing data center infrastructure layout enhancements

• Ability to communicate and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including facilities management, IT departments and service providers

• Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies

• Advanced knowledge of industry data center standards

• Ability to ensure data center operations are compliant with relevant security and compliance standards

• Ability to work independently

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Data Center Engineering Specialist (DCES)

• Data Center Infrastructure Expert (DCIE)

• Ability to provide data center consultation services to Data Center Management and Site teams

• Ability to implement strategies, solutions and enhancements related to Data Center capacity, environmental monitoring, power capacity and cooling