ADC InfraOps Decom Tech

Amazon•Dublin, OH

19h•$27 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

The Decommissioning team is an established function within a rapidly expanding AWS region. This team is responsible for the safety, security, and efficient retirement of data center equipment to support deployments of new technology for AWS customers. In this role, you will process high volumes of customer data, ensuring all data is sanitized and all equipment is handled in strict accordance with security protocols. Day-to-day responsibilities include the physical removal of hardware, equipment inventory management, Network Decommissioning, and multi-team coordination ensuring decommissioning milestones are completed on schedule. All operations are governed by three core tenets: Safety, Security, and Availability. Amazon Data Centers protect customer data with the utmost vigilance. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a very high level of attention to detail, self-direction, and accountability. This position demands strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure the protection, proper handling, and sanitization of customer data. Candidates must be capable of performing repetitive tasks with consistent accuracy, and able to communicate effectively across multiple teams in AWS. This position requires that the candidate selected be a US citizen and currently possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.

Requirements

High school or equivalent diploma
Can lift and rack equipment up to 40 pounds
Knowledge of server hardware and components
Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or above

Nice To Haves

1+ years of data center experience
Experience with the physical decommissioning of IT equipment such as servers, switches, routers, and cabling in a data center or similar environment.
Familiarity with data sanitization methods and standards.
Experience with asset tracking, inventory management systems, or equipment lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with teams across AWS to ensure decommissioning preparation work is completed accurately and within established timelines.
Remove End of Life (EOL) IT equipment in accordance with documented safety, security, and environmental procedures.
Sanitize all customer data while maintaining secure chain of custody for data and equipment throughout the entire decommissioning process.
Conduct inventories of decommissioned equipment, ensuring records are accurate and current.
Participate in operational meetings to align priorities, progress, and potential issues during decommissioning operations.
Identify process inefficiencies and conduct continuous improvement initiatives that improve the decommissioning process.
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in confined and/or elevated spaces.
Travel may be required to support multiple sites in the region.
Partner with AWS teams to plan and execute decommissioning activities.
Physically remove End of Life (EOL) IT equipment including but not limited to servers, cabling, and other networking equipment.
Execute data sanitization processes on all customer data using approved procedures.
Maintain secure chain of custody documentation for all equipment from the point of removal through final disposition.
Conduct detailed inventories of decommissioned equipment at each stage, and verify records against internal systems, flag discrepancies, and ensure all documentation is accurate and current.
Participate in weekly operational meetings to report on decommissioning progress, raise blockers, align priorities, and coordinate schedules with stakeholders.
Identify process inefficiencies, safety risks, and workflow bottlenecks within decommissioning operations.
Develop and implement approved changes to enhance quality, speed, and safety.
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, work in confined and/or elevated spaces, and stand or move for extended periods in a data center environment.