Overview
On Site
$55+
Full Time
Skills
Tools & Technologies: Cisco Routers
Cisco Switches
Firewalls
DCIM (Nlyte)
KVM
DSVIEW
PDUs
SFP+
QSFP+
GLCT
DAC
CFP2
DWDM
Cat 6 Cabling
Fiber Cabling
Copper Cabling
Optical & Electrical Transceivers Technical Skills: Rack and Stack
Cabling Standards
Fiber Testing
Copper Testing
Cat 6 Termination
Server Installation
Server Maintenance
RAID Configuration
Power Load Management
Hardware Troubleshooting
Preventative Maintenance
Inventory Management
Out-of-Band Management
Incident Escalation
System Documentation
Vendor Coordination
Network Monitoring
Uptime & Availability Management Networking Concepts: LAN
WAN
Network Topology
Protocols
Network Security
Network Performance
Static & Dynamic Routing
Clock Domain Crossing (if implied by timing concerns)
VLAN Configuration
Network Integration
Network Implementation Electrical & Physical Infrastructure: NEMA Connectors
IEC Connectors
Single-Phase Power
Three-Phase Power
AC vs. DC Power
Heat Dissipation
Airflow Management
Containment Solutions
Cable Management Soft & Operational Skills: Troubleshooting
Problem Solving
Analytical Thinking
Communication
Documentation
Procedure Updates
Coordination
Team Collaboration
Independent Work
Attention to Detail
Deadline Management
On-Call Support Training & Background: Information Technology Degree (Preferred)
WAN/LAN Communications Training
Experience Presenting Technical Solutions
Knowledge of Software/Hardware Systems
Experience with LAN/Desktop/Host Systems
cisco routers
electrical infrastructure
electrical
rack and stack
optical transcievers
electrical transceivers
Job Details
Job Title: Network Operations Technician Data Center / Network Administrator Visa: GC-EAD, TN Location: Onsite Ashburn, VA Schedule: Night Shift Four 10-hour shifts (Wed Sat, 8:00 PM 6:30 AM)
Experienced Network Administrator skilled in maintaining the performance, availability, and security of data center network infrastructure. Adept at deploying, configuring, and supporting hardware, troubleshooting incidents, and ensuring compliance with enterprise standards. Proficient in both preventative and corrective maintenance, hardware installations, and data center operational support.
Core Responsibilities
- Performed network installation and maintenance including rack & stack, cabling, and hardware replacement.
- Executed server installations: HDDs, memory, CPUs, RAID batteries, and NICs.
- Supported data center staging, deployment, logistics, and asset management.
- Conducted hardware break/fix, move/add/change, and troubleshooting of components.
- Installed and tested fiber and copper cabling; terminated Cat 6 cabling.
- Utilized DCIM tools such as Nlyte for inventory control and system documentation.
- Participated in incident troubleshooting, escalation, and vendor coordination.
- Delivered status reports and ensured timely issue resolution.
- Performed preventative maintenance and managed PDUs and power loads.
- Operated out-of-band management tools like KVM/DSVIEW.
- Familiar with NEMA and IEC power connectors and containment solutions.
- Maintained compliance with data center safety standards; lifted equipment up to 50 lbs.
- Contributed to procedure documentation and maintained site reference materials.
Technical Skills
- Network Devices: Cisco Routers & Switches
- Tools: Nlyte, DSVIEW, KVM
- Cabling: Cat 6, Fiber, Copper
- Power Systems: PDUs, NEMA, IEC
- Infrastructure Standards: Data Center Containment, Safety Compliance
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