Data Center Infrastructure Analyst I

Job Summary

About the role

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.

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;
• Verification of connectivity, power, and hardware readiness in accordance with data center design standards, capacity requirements, and operational procedures.

Requirements

• (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)
• Four-year degree in a related technology field with 2+ years’ relevant experience.
• 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 Competencies

• 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.

Technical / Leadership Skills

• Knowledge of Data Center/Computing infrastructure components.
• Very high emphasis on leadership and planning.
• Must be able to look ahead and 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.).

Physical Demands / Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee and those an employee may encounter while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com. Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s).

Benefits

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