Data Center Infrastructure Analyst I

Southern Company • Auburn, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Data Analyst I will play a critical role in supporting the Facility Manager in the efficient operation of the facility and the Data Hall.

Requirements

• Four-year degree in a related technology field with 2+ years’ relevant experience OR Two-year degree in a related technology field with 4+ years’ relevant experience.
• Knowledge of facility management systems and processes, particularly in relation to HVAC and UPS systems.
• Experience working with HVAC systems, understanding their impact on data center operations, and using data to optimize their performance.
• Familiarity with Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems and the ability to analyze data related to power management and reliability.
• General knowledge of data center operations
• Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage multiple priorities/details, meet schedules, and deliver on customer commitments
• Ability to build relationships and work in a team atmosphere
• Ability to provide and accept feedback
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Professional oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Data Center/Computing infrastructure components
• Very high emphasis on leadership and planning. Must be able to look ahead be proactive.
• Ability to analyze information from multiple sources for complex problem resolution
• Ability to work independently, prioritizing major tasks by overall impact to the company
• Understand/achieve business, Technology Organization, and departmental goals, strategies, and plans
• Ability to effectively utilize standard Company computing applications (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to appropriately utilize documentation tools as required by specific job (CAD, VISIO, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Deployment of data center hardware into standardized equipment racks, including the physical mounting of servers, storage arrays, network switches, and related devices; installation of power distribution and network cabling; cable management; labeling; and verification of connectivity, power, and hardware readiness in accordance with data center design standards, capacity requirements, and operational procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• Health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
• Additional compensation, such as an incentive program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree