Data Center Operations Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services; Lebanon (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services in New Jersey seeks a Data Center Operations Engineer to manage daily data center hardware and connectivity.

You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, network devices, and storage, with on-site shifts and escalations. The role requires 3–5 years in IT infrastructure and hands-on data center experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in IT Infrastructure, preferably in a data center.
• Solid understanding of server hardware, network cabling, routers, switches, and storage devices.
• Experience with DCIM, 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.

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 power, cooling, and connectivity of the data center.
• Troubleshoot hardware and connectivity issues with Network and Server teams.
• Handle incident response and escalation for onsite infrastructure.
• Maintain equipment inventory with accurate asset tagging and documentation.
• Assist in patching network and fiber connections per layout standards.
• Follow SOPs for deployments, moves, adds, and changes.
• Collaborate with vendors on hardware replacement, repairs, or upgrades.
• Ensure data center security, cleanliness, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Server hardware

Network cabling

Troubleshooting

Incident response

Tools

DCIM

Ticketing systems

Monitoring platforms

Job description

Job Description

Data Center Operations (H/F Support) Engineer

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.

Salary Range- $60,000-$65,000 a year