Data Center Specialist Mid (Government)

att; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

AT&T Global Public Sector is seeking a mid-level Data Center Specialist to support mission-critical IT services for Intelligence Sector customers. This role requires office presence in Chantilly, VA with a 5x8 day shift (06:00–14:30) and 24/7/365 coverage readiness.

You will oversee daily data center operations, perform routine maintenance, document configurations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security and uptime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with at least 4 years of experience.
• Knowledge of data center operations and IT infrastructure.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex hardware/software issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the data center, monitoring system performance and uptime.
• Perform routine maintenance on servers, storage, and networking equipment.
• Document configurations, procedures and incidents; update knowledge bases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address issues and implement fixes.
• Support data center projects including hardware upgrades and migrations.

Job description

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.

Our National Security Team supports the intelligence community, providing, operating, and assuring critical voice, video and collaboration services for the full spectrum of operations.

This position requires office presence.

Shift schedule:

5x8 Day shift; Mon-Fri; 06:00-14:30 local time.

Shift assignments are part of the 24/7/365 coverage requirements

AT&T is seeking a mid-level Data Center Specialist to support mission‑critical IT services for Intelligence Sector customers.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the data center, including monitoring system performance, capacity management, and ensuring uptime of critical infrastructure.
• Perform routine maintenance on servers, storage, and networking equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance. Identify and resolve hardware and software issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other teams to address complex problems and implement effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of data center configurations, procedures, and incidents.
• Update knowledge base articles and operational manuals as needed.
• Utilize monitoring tools to track system performance and generate reports on key metrics.
• Analyze data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures.
• Assist in implementing security measures to protect data center assets.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and IT support staff, to ensure seamless operations and project execution.
• Participate in data center projects, including hardware upgrades, migrations, and capacity planning.
• Provide technical expertise and support during project implementation.

Required Clearance:

TS/SCI with Poly (#tssci) (#polygraph)

Required Qualifications:

• Career level with a complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts.
• Working under only general direction, provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.
• Independently determines and develops approach to solutions.
• Bachelor's (or equivalent) with a minimum of 4 years of experience.
• Additional years of experience or higher education may be substituted for degree or experience requirements.

Desired Qualifications:

• Certifications (Preferred): Must presently be 8570 compliant (IAT Level 2 preferred); or must be 8570 compliant (IAT Level 2) by date of security indoctrination with any necessary computing environment (CE) certification

Our Data Center Specialist Mid's earn between $79,300 -$122,637. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T wireline phone
  

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Chantilly, Virginia

AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.