Data Center Planner

25 Jun 2024

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Title: Data Center Planner Duration: 12 month contract to hire Compensation: $50/hr W2 Location: This is a remote working position and is contract to hire, but will require 1 day per month onsite in Wilson NC. Candidates should live within driving distance to Wilson NC.

Our client in the financial industry currently has 4 data centers and they are building a 5th. You will work on the planning of the 5th data center and will provide maintenance and support for the other 4. Will help with the planning for any physical equipment.

Required experience:
  • 4+ years of experience in data center planning and support.
  • Need to understand different types or hardware, network connectivity, power and cooling at a high level. (This is not an engineering role.)
  • Should have experience with physical layer of DC s.
  • A demonstrated understanding of project management
  • A demonstrated understanding of network interfaces and technologies
  • A demonstrated understanding of infrastructure cabling concepts and best practices
  • A demonstrated understanding of blade server technology and concepts
  • A demonstrated understanding of Data Center Infrastructure management tools (DCIM).
  • Resourcefulness in multi-tasking, anticipating needs, developing creative recommendations and researching/synthesizing information to resolve complex problems
  • Ability to acquire complex technical concepts through training and self-study
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Desired experience:
  • Experience with data center infrastructure management tools specifically Nlyte.
For immediated consideration, please send your resume to

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