Data Center Operations Engineer

Siri InfoSolutions Inc; Lebanon (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Siri InfoSolutions Inc is seeking a Data Center Operations Engineer in Lebanon, NJ, onsite from day one. This full-time permanent role focuses on managing daily data center operations, server hardware, network devices, and infrastructure connectivity.

You will perform hands-on support for servers, storage, and network gear, while maintaining power, cooling, and environmental controls. Shift flexibility, including weekends or on-call, is required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in IT Infrastructure, preferably in a data center environment.
• Solid understanding of server hardware, network cabling, routers, switches, and storage devices.
• Experience with DCIM tools, ticketing systems, and basic monitoring platforms.
• Familiarity with cabling standards (Cat6, fiber), power configurations, and rack layouts.
• Ability to lift/move equipment (up to 50 lbs) and work in physically demanding environments.
• Willingness to work in shifts, including weekends or on-call as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on support for physical servers, network devices, storage systems, and related hardware.
• Install, rack, cable, and decommission data center equipment as needed.
• Monitor and maintain physical infrastructure including power, cooling, and connectivity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and connectivity issues in coordination with Network and Server teams.
• Handle incident response and escalation protocols for onsite infrastructure problems.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and ensure proper asset tagging and documentation.
• Assist in patching network and fiber connections in accordance with layout standards.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for deployments, moves, adds, and changes.
• Work with vendors and internal teams during hardware replacement, repairs, or upgrades.
• Ensure data center security, cleanliness, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Server hardware

Network cabling

DCIM

Ticketing systems

Monitoring platforms

Rack layouts

Power & cooling

Tools

DCIM

Ticketing systems

Monitoring platforms

Job description

Data Center Operations Engineer

Lebanon, NJ (Onsite from first day)

Fulltime permanent

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and reliable IT Data Center Technician to manage and support daily operations of the data center.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining server hardware, network devices, and ensuring connectivity within the infrastructure environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform hands-on support for physical servers, network devices, storage systems, and related hardware.
• Install, rack, cable, and decommission data center equipment as needed.
• Monitor and maintain physical infrastructure including power, cooling, and connectivity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and connectivity issues in coordination with Network and Server teams.
• Handle incident response and escalation protocols for onsite infrastructure problems.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and ensure proper asset tagging and documentation.
• Assist in patching network and fiber connections in accordance with layout standards.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for deployments, moves, adds, and changes.
• Work with vendors and internal teams during hardware replacement, repairs, or upgrades.
• Ensure data center security, cleanliness, and environmental compliance.

Requirements:

• 3 5 years of experience in IT Infrastructure, preferably in a data center environment.
• Solid understanding of server hardware, network cabling, routers, switches, and storage devices.
• Experience with tools like DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management), ticketing systems, and basic monitoring platforms.
• Familiarity with cabling standards (Cat6, fiber), power configurations, and rack layouts.
• Ability to lift/move equipment (up to 50 lbs) and work in physically demanding environments.
• Willingness to work in shifts, including weekends or on-call as required.