Senior Specialist - IT Data Center Infrastructure
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Summary:
This position is for a Senior Specialist Server Delivery Datacenter Services. This Individual will work with the team on implementation of server delivery services using standard tools to automate provisioning and configuration management. This position will also work to ensure all operational patches and baseline levels are maintained across all various platforms. This includes server infrastructure at the ETDC as well as in our BCC and Field locations. This individual will participate in Project implementation as well as business Continuity solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Perform Server Delivery asset lifecycle, CMDB Server CI’s, and inventory management from ordering to disposal, including annual server refresh requirements, lot sale coordination and site audits.
· Ensure server builds and datacenter installation standards are clearly documented and adhered to.
· Maintain as-is server rack layout documentation including floor grid, power, network connectivity, and inventory documentation as well a work plans and to-be documentation for approved changes.
· Provide performance and capacity reporting.
· Compile server infrastructure reporting for annual support renewal and licensing true-up exercises.
· Operate and maintain server information in SolarWinds VMAN and Configuration Management as well as Asset Mgmt and IPAM
· Enhance automation and configuration mgmt. following coding standards and tools for server builds and integration activities.
· Delivery of IT service Mgmt to ensure the timely delivery and resolution of incidents and problems.
· On-Call 24/7 rotation for emergencies or operational assistance.
Requirements:
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:
- Experience with Microsoft / Linux Server OS implementation / configuration
- Experience with HPE server hardware / blade Solutions / Storage arrays
- Experience with Solar Winds for server monitoring and availability
- Experience with scripting and automation routines for standardized deployments and configurations
- Experience with Infrastructure design, implementation, documentation, and disaster recovery
- Must follow change guidelines and after hour maintenance windows.
Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
- The Senior IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience
- The Lead IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job related experience
- The Principal IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 10+ years of relevant job related experience
- ITIL V3 / ITSM - Must work within the Incident / Change / Problem mgmt. framework.
- Understanding of Microsoft Hyper-V.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Usually, normal office working conditions.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
- Occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet
Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.
DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet
Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.
DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.