Data Center Operations Specialist - TS/SCI with Polygraph

Type of Requisition Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required None Job Family IT Infrastructure and Operations Job Qualifications Skills Computer Networking, Data Center, Troubleshooting Certifications None Experience 8 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required Yes Job Description Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Data Center Operations Specialist supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Data Center Ops Specialist, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Data Center Ops Specialist joining our team to support Government activities, solve complex IT issues and provide exceptional customer service. How Data Center Operations Specialist will make an impact Manage, maintain, troubleshoot and resolve critical technical issues within the datacenter. Install and maintain data center server hardware, including storage blocks, servers, patch panels, switches, routers, and other large scale networking gear. Familiarity with Linux command line to assist with troubleshooting and configuration. Participate in on‑call rotation to get to the datacenter during off hours. Available for shift work. Participate in disaster recovery mock drills and procedures. Provide cleared escort as needed to personnel who need access for maintenance, inspection, and other needs. Light shipping and receiving. Eligible for relocation. Eligible for a sign on bonus. What you'll need to succeed Education: Bachelors (Computer engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline) Required Experience: 8+ years Required Technical Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience 3 years of experience in working with computer systems and computer networks, specifically with the Linux operating system Ability to do physical work (lift servers, network switches, boxes etc.) Required Certification: Any 8140 certification, or must be willing to obtain and maintain Desired Qualifications: Experience with field-based work in POPs and datacenters Experience in troubleshooting OS, network equipment, and software Experience troubleshooting hardware or network related issues using Linux-based tools Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraph Location: On Customer Site – Aurora, CO The likely salary range for this position is $147,292 – $199,278. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Work Schedule Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: Less than 10% Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA CO Aurora Total Rewards at GDIT Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr