Data Center Infrastructure Analyst I

Data Center Infrastructure Analyst I

JOB SUMMARY:

The Data Analyst I will play a critical role in supporting the Facility Manager

in the efficient operation of the facility and the Data Hall.

Key Responsibilities

• Deployment of data center hardware into standardized equipment racks, including
• the physical mounting of servers, storage arrays, network switches, and related
• devices; installation of power distribution and network cabling; cable
• management; labeling; and verification of connectivity, power, and hardware
• readiness in accordance with data center design standards, capacity
• requirements, and operational procedures.
• JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)
• Education / Experience:
• * Four-year degree in a related technology field with 2+ years’ relevant
• experience.
• OR
• * Two-year degree in a related technology field with 4+ years’ relevant
• experience.
• * Knowledge of facility management systems and processes, particularly in
• relation to HVAC and UPS systems.
• * Experience working with HVAC systems, understanding their impact on data
• center operations, and using data to optimize their performance.
• * Familiarity with Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems and the ability
• to analyze data related to power management and reliability.
• * These qualifications ensure that candidates have the necessary background and
• skills to effectively support the Facility Manager and contribute to the
• efficient operation of the facility and Data Hall, with a specific focus on
• Power Generation, HVAC and UPS systems. Adjust the qualifications based on
• specific organizational needs or additional responsibilities..
• General Competencies:
• * General knowledge of data center operations
• * Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage multiple priorities/details,
• meet schedules, and deliver on customer commitments
• * Ability to build relationships and work in a team atmosphere
• * Ability to provide and accept feedback
• * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• * Professional oral and written communication skills
• Technical / Leadership skills:
• * Knowledge of Data Center/Computing infrastructure components
• * Very high emphasis on leadership and planning. Must be able to look ahead be
• proactive.
• * Ability to analyze information from multiple sources for complex problem
• resolution
• * Ability to work independently, prioritizing major tasks by overall impact to
• the company
• * Understand/achieve business, Technology Organization, and departmental goals,
• strategies, and plans
• * Ability to effectively utilize standard Company computing applications (i.e.
• Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• * Ability to appropriately utilize documentation tools as required by specific
• job (CAD, VISIO, etc.)
• Physical Demands / Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment
• characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by
• an employee and those an employee may encounter while performing essential
• functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
• individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The
• Infrastructure Analyst job requires the ability to occasionally drive long
• distances, travel overnight, be subject to 24x7 call out, work shifts greater
• than 8 hrs, lift / carry items up to approx. 45 lbs, climb stairs / ladders, and
• work in areas requiring specific safety measures such as working in tight
• spaces, protecting against electrical hazards and working at elevated heights.

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO

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is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast

and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and

affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has

electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies

in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy

solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and

telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to

innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet

customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero

greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the

needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our

sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and

social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a

variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that

reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more,

visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families

through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base

salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and

retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and

emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional

compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards

subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A

summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here

https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf

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Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also

be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's

qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex,

national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual

orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by

law.

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