Data Center Hardware & Equipment Specialist

Position Summary

• Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, including GPUs
• Ensure compliance with hardware tracking processes and update the asset register
• Perform regular inspections and maintenance of data center hardware
• Monitor physical conditions of servers and other IT infrastructure
• Manage network cables, server hardware and other equipment
• Collaborate with vendors to proactively manage backup part inventory to ensure uptime
• Work with compliance officers to ensure accurate accounting of controlled equipment
• Follow data center access protocols to ensure the security of the system and prevent unauthorized removal of parts
• Respond to alarms and incidents, providing immediate resolution
• Collaborate with procurement teams to acquire necessary equipment
• Ensure adherence to export control regulations and NIST SP 800-53 standards.
• Maintain detailed records of hardware assets and track equipment status
• Oversee/perform complex software/hardware troubleshooting, patches, and re-installations
• Manage infrastructure capacity and performance, verifying application logs and monitoring activity

• Demonstrates expertise in managing and maintaining HPE/CRAY supercomputer hardware infrastructure, including servers, storage systems, and networking equipment
• Shows proficiency in handling GPUs and optimizing the infrastructure performance within the supercomputer environment
• Exhibits strong understanding of HPC systems and architectures
• Communicates effectively with stakeholders
• Uses monitoring tools to optimize supercomputer infrastructure performance
• Demonstrates analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues
• Shows flexibility to adapt to new technologies and changing business needs
• Ensures compliance with hardware tracking processes
• Collaborates across teams to achieve goals
• Ability to manage logistics of heavy equipment and work in confined spaces

• Detailed knowledge of HPE/CRAY supercomputer hardware infrastructure and NVIDIA supercomputer GPUs, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the supporting infrastructure
• Experience working in data centers, managing large-scale hardware deployments, and ensuring uptime and reliability
• Proven track record in overseeing the installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers and data center equipment
• Familiarity with hardware tracking processes and asset register management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or related field

• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CDCTP, DCCA, CCNP Data Center, RCDD)
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in managing HPC hardware and data center equipment/infrastructure
• Knowledge of data center infrastructure and operations
• Understanding of IT asset management for controlled equipment