Senior Data Center Engineer

Itasca, IL, US • Posted 7 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago
Contract W2
52 Weeks
On-site
Depends on Experience
Fitment

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Skills

  • Data Center

Summary

Sr. Data Center Engineer

Job at a Glance

  • Title: Sr Data Center Engineer
  • Location: Itasca, Illinois 60143
  • Contract: W2 only, 12 month contract with potential for extension or conversion to full time with either the client or CEI
  • Pay: $65 /hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Overview

This role involves deploying server and network technology within data centers, requiring hands-on experience with physical data center operations. The successful candidate will operate within strict change and security controls, collaborating closely with engineering teams, vendors, and remote hands to ensure the integrity and security of critical banking infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deploy server and network technology within data centers
  • Understand data center power and equipment connectivity
  • Perform physical data center operations such as rack-and-stack, structured copper and fiber cabling installation, hardware break-fix, and asset management
  • Operate within formal change, incident, and access management processes
  • Collaborate with engineering teams, vendors, and remote hands
  • Use standard tooling such as ServiceNow, Jira, CMDB, and DCIM systems
  • Maintain documentation, communicate effectively, and ensure work aligns with team standards
  • Support the design, build, operation, and continuity of physical data center environments
  • Ensure physical security, power, and cooling controls are maintained
  • Adhere to safety protocols and operational discipline

Required Skills

  • Direct experience with physical data center operations (rack-and-stack, structured copper and fiber cabling, hardware break-fix, and asset management)
  • Solid understanding of power, cooling, and physical security controls
  • Experience with data center infrastructure management tools such as ServiceNow, Jira, CMDB, and DCIM systems
  • Ability to operate within formal change, incident, and access management processes
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Administrative experience is a plus
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills

Required Education

No Education Requirements

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  • Dice Id: ceiam
  • Position Id: 31948
  • Posted 7 hours ago
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