IT Data Center Technician (MSIC)

Colsa-; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

COLSA Corporation seeks a hands-on Data Center Technician to support the Missile and Space Intelligence Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The role covers physical installation, configuration, maintenance, and lifecycle management of data center infrastructure for lab and production environments, with on-site duties and strict COMSEC standards.

Responsibilities include cabling, rack installation, documentation, and regular audits while ensuring zero downtime during deployments and adherence to

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required; active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph and SAP eligibility required.
• Ability to perform physical tasks up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain data center hardware, racks, and cabling.
• Document topology maps, cable diagrams, and rack configurations.
• Monitor environmental/power systems and ensure compliance with standards.
• Troubleshoot physical layer connectivity and hardware issues.
• Support lifecycle management and inventory tracking to ensure readiness.

Skills

Physical installation

Troubleshooting

Security clearance

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

CompTIA Security+ CE

ISC2 SSCP

Job description

COLSA Corporation is seeking a hands‑on Data Center Technician to support the Missile and Space Intelligence Center (MSIC) in Huntsville, Alabama. This is an on‑site position responsible for the physical installation, configuration, maintenance, and lifecycle management of data center infrastructure supporting lab and production environments.In this role, you will work directly with server and infrastructure hardware, supporting everything from equipment layout and rack installation to power distribution, cabling, cooling, and documentation. You will help ensure data center environments remain organized, reliable, scalable, and operating efficiently.

Duties:

• Physical Infrastructure & Deployment: Complete hardware installations, rack integrations, and lifecycle maintenance for servers, network switches, and secure communications assets across fixed facilities and deployable systems.
• Cabling & Connectivity: Implement and maintain structured cabling solutions (Fiber/Copper) following industry best practices for airflow, signal integrity, cable management, and long‑term maintenance.
• Systems Integration & Troubleshooting: Conduct root‑cause investigations, diagnostic testing, and real‑time troubleshooting for physical layer connectivity, network outages, hardware failures, and system software deficiencies.
• Lifecycle & Inventory Management: Assist in lifecycle asset management, maintenance standards, and project‑specific inventory tracking to ensure 100% equipment readiness with zero downtime during deployments.
• Documentation & Standards: Maintain "Single Source of Truth" operational documentation, including topology maps, cable diagrams, and rack configurations. Enforce strict labeling and COMSEC/security compliance standards.
• Quality & Environmental Controls: Perform regular floor audits, monitor environmental/power systems (PDUs, cooling), and ensure all change control and quality standards are strictly met.

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and are at the center of our core values. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and become part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn more about our employee‑centric culture and benefits here: https://colsa.com/culture_benefits

Required Experience

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 0–8 years of related experience; position may be filled at varying levels based on experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks in a data center environment, including standing, kneeling, and working in hot and cold aisles, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• End-to-End Physical Infrastructure Management: Proven experience including establishing pathways, space allocation, and executing the full lifecycle of copper and fiber installations (pulling, termination, and splicing).
• Testing & Resolution: Basic proficiency in utilizing industry-standard testing equipment to validate copper/fiber performance and conduct advanced troubleshooting for physical layer connectivity issues.
• Lifecycle Maintenance: Demonstrated ability to perform complex retrofits and hardware upgrades within live data center environments without disrupting existing services.
• U.S. Citizenship required; Must possess an active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Must be able to successfully complete a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph and meet eligibility requirements for Special Access Programs (SAP).

Preferred Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI and a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph with willingness to meet Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility requirements.
• Associate’s degree (or higher) in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Certification: Possess an active CompTIA Security+ CE, ISC2 SSCP, or equivalent baseline certification.
• Advanced Experience: 8+ years of relevant experience on technical crews, implementing multi-million-dollar equipment portfolios, or operating 24/7 data centers.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Salary Type

Hourly

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.