Data Center Engineer in Stuttgart bei Govcio LLC

• Interfaces with the user(s) and all other stakeholders in order to determine their needs.
• Generates the highest level of system requirements, based on the user's needs and other constraints such as cost and schedule.
• Performs cost-benefit analyses to determine whether requirements are best met by manual, software, or hardware functions; making maximum use of commercial off-the-shelf or already developed components.
• Designs and develops solutions to applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns.
• Develops partitioning algorithms (and other processes) to allocate all present and foreseeable requirements into discrete partitions such that a minimum of communications is needed among partitions, and between the user and the system.
• Data Center Operations:
  • Manage day-to-day operations of the data center, ensuring optimal performance and availability.
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks, including hardware upgrades, firmware updates, and system patches.
  • Monitor data center infrastructure to proactively identify and address potential issues.
  
  Server and Network Infrastructure:
  • Install, configure, and maintain server hardware, including rack-mounted servers and blade systems.
  • Collaborate with network engineers to ensure seamless connectivity and performance.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and network-related issues.
  
  Data Center Security:
  • Implement and maintain physical security measures to protect data center assets.
  • Monitor and control access to the data center, ensuring compliance with security policies.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement and enhance security measures.
  
  Capacity Planning:
  • Conduct capacity planning for server, storage, and network resources.
  • Monitor resource utilization trends and make recommendations for upgrades or expansions.
  • Work with vendors to procure and deploy additional hardware as needed.
  
  Disaster Recovery and Backup:
  • Implement and maintain disaster recovery and backup solutions.
  • Conduct regular backup tests and ensure data recovery capabilities.
  • Collaborate with the IT team to develop and update disaster recovery plans.
  
  Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of data center configurations and procedures.
  • Generate regular reports on data center performance, capacity, and incidents.
  • Provide documentation for troubleshooting and resolution procedures.

Clearance Required:Secret

• BA/BS + 7 years recent specialized or AA/AS + 9 years recent specialized or a major cert + 11 years recent specialized or 13 years of recent specialized experience
• DOD 8570 IAT 3 compliance.
• Hold an Active Secret Clearance (no waiver) with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
• Proven experience as a Data Center Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of data center technologies, server hardware, and networking.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, or equivalent are a plus.
• TESA eligibility