Data Center Technician, ADC InfraOps DCO

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Severn (MD); On-site; USD 45,460 - 79,900; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking fully cleared Data Center Technicians to join our Infrastructure Operations team in Severn, MD. You will diagnose and resolve data center infrastructure issues across hardware, fiber, and networking, applying IT principles to keep our world-class facilities running.

The role requires TS/SCI with polygraph, ability to lift up to 49 pounds, and readiness to work shifts that include nights and weekends to support 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma is required.
• Current TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

• Engage in physical data center activities and deployment tasks.
• Plan and track capacity, rack deployment, cabling, and decommissioning.
• Lift and move material up to 49 pounds.
• Work in cramped or elevated locations and in a noisy environment.
• Support 24/7 operations with shifts longer than 8 hours.

Skills

Security+

Network+

CCNA

Dell hardware

HP hardware

Education

A+ certification

CND certification

Network+ certification

Security+ certification

Tools

None

Job description

About AWS Infrastructure Services

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

Team Overview

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Role Overview

AWS is looking for fully cleared Data Center Technicians to join our expanding Infrastructure Operations team. Data Center Technicians are the primary resolver and troubleshoot and solve a range of data center infrastructure issues including, but not limited to: hardware, fiber, networking, and related problems. If you like to use IT principles like computer architecture and the OSI model and apply them to finding solutions to problems, we’d like to meet you. Your work will help to maintain one of the world's largest information system infrastructures.

Security Clearance Requirement

• This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Engage in physical data center activities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Planning and tracking capacity, rack deployment, rack cabling, hardware and software troubleshooting, and rack decommissioning.
• Lifting and moving material up to 49 pounds each.
• Working in cramped and/or elevated locations.
• Bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching.
• Standing and walking for up to 8+ hours a day.
• Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation.
• Work in a noisy environment.
• Work shifts longer than 8 hours to support 24/7 operations (covering both night and day shifts).

A Day in the Life

• Take ownership of technical issues brought by their customer base, engaging other teams when needed to drive resolution.
• Show a strong aptitude for troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Solve problems at their root and step back to understand the broader context.
• Maintain service level agreements through the implementation of proactive issue detection and reporting.
• Show bias to act in the absence of direction or support.
• Improve effectiveness through process innovation.

About the Team

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer.

Basic Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma, or A+, CND (Certified Network Defender), Network+, or Security+.
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• A+, CND (Certified Network Defender), Network+, or Security+.
• Hands‑on experience with one or more of the following hardware platforms (e.g., Dell, HP) is a plus.
• Networking experience with CCNA and/or Network+ certifications is a plus.
• Previous experience working in a Data Center environment (racking & stacking gear, cable management, hot & cold aisle containment).
• Associate's degree in IT‑related field plus two years of progressively responsible experience preferred.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.

USA, MD, Severn - 33.00 - 58.00 USD hourly

Company – Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Job ID: A3150824