Network/Operations - Hardware Engineer

• Independently identify and respond to onsite risks and high-priority issues, including troubleshooting incidents and managing incident queues.
• Execute tasks related to data center systems, such as critical system installations, data room moves, decommissions, and reconfigurations.
• Contribute to design decisions regarding OSI Model Layer 1 infrastructure, system automation, and capacity planning.
• Apply knowledge of data center infrastructure components and their impact on services during moves, adds, and changes.
• Define, evaluate, and improve team documentation and processes.
• Participate in team agile ceremonies, lead demos, and contribute to technology communities.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, CIS, Network, Telecommunications, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

1-3+ years of experience in deploying and maintaining complex data center environments.

Technical Skills:

• Understanding of indoor/outdoor cable plants, including copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure components (LAN/WAN/SAN, firewalls, servers, storage).
• Familiarity with EIA/TIA, IEEE, NEC, and ISO standards for data centers and structured cabling.
• Proficiency in Layer 1 technologies (Single Mode, Multimode, Cat 5e/6/6A, DAC, Optical Transceivers).
• Knowledge of network monitoring tools (SNMP, CDP, ICMP) and protocols.
• Strong documentation, verbal, and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Data center and/or networking industry certifications.
• 3-5 years of experience designing, deploying, and maintaining complex data center environments.
• Experience with system automation and an automation-first mindset.
• Knowledge of data center hardware platforms (Network, Compute, IoT, AV).
• Familiarity with data center operations including power, cooling, and physical security.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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