Senior Data Center Engineer
Description For Senior Data Center Engineer
SciTec, a dynamic small business specializing in advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities, is seeking a Senior Data Center Engineer for their Boulder, CO location. This role is crucial in supporting the company's mission to deliver innovative solutions for National Security and Defense.
The position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to join a growing team working on government contracts. The role demands expertise in data center operations, infrastructure management, and security implementations. You'll be responsible for managing complex systems including Windows servers, VMware environments, and security infrastructure while ensuring the highest standards of data protection and system reliability.
The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of datacenter engineering experience, along with strong technical credentials including CompTIA Security+ certification. You'll need deep expertise in Windows server environments, VMware/vSphere, networking protocols, and firewall management. The role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance, reflecting the sensitive nature of the work.
What makes this role particularly attractive is the comprehensive benefits package, including 100% company-paid medical insurance, ESOP participation, and a generous 401k contribution. The salary range of $125,000-$166,000 reflects the senior nature of the position. You'll be working in a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly impact critical national security infrastructure.
This is an ideal opportunity for a senior-level professional who wants to apply their technical expertise in a meaningful way while working with cutting-edge technology in the defense sector. The role offers both technical challenges and the opportunity to mentor junior team members, making it perfect for someone who wants to grow their career while making a significant impact in national security technology.
Responsibilities For Senior Data Center Engineer
- Recommend and follow technical standards for data center configuration
- Document technical configurations for datacenters and cloud architecture
- Install and configure servers and applications to support data center infrastructure
- Configure, monitor, and test backup/recovery systems
- Proactively monitor data center status/health
- Perform system upgrades and patches
- Engage with vendors for license renewals and support contracts
- Support system administrator personnel
- Ensure security standards implementation
- Set up and maintain internal/external networks
- Maintain disaster recovery plan
- Manage Windows server, Nimble Storage, VMware environments
- Configure data networking and Meraki wireless systems
- Manage Veeam backup and Palo Alto environments
Requirements For Senior Data Center Engineer
- 7+ years professional experience as datacenter engineer
- CompTIA Security + Certification
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Windows server environments
- Experience with VMware/vCenter/vSphere
- Knowledge of Windows Server Failover Cluster services
- Expert understanding of LAN/WAN principles and protocols
- Experience with firewall design and management
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or IT
- Ability to obtain DoD security clearance
- U.S. citizenship required
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Benefits For Senior Data Center Engineer
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 3% Fully Vested Company 401K Contribution
- 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance
- 80% company paid Dental insurance
- 100% company paid Vision insurance
- 100% company paid Life insurance
- 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
- Short-term Disability insurance
- Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
- Discretionary Performance Bonus
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Flexible Work Hours
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