Job Details: Data Centre Operations Analyst

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Vacancy NameData Centre Operations AnalystVacancy NoVN500Employment TypeFull-TimeLocationReadingType of VacancyPermanentJob Description (external use)

Please note, to be considered for this position you must be eligible for SC clearance and have a full, valid UK driving license and own car.

The Data Centre Operations Analyst will aid in the deployment, operation and management of theCustomers in its centres.This role primarily includes the managing of whitespace, colocation and managed customer racks, data cabling, power management, hardware installation, circuit installations, media handling, and fulfilling tasks for our customers on the data centre floor as and when required.

Completing the facilities checks and reporting any issues to the DC manager, point of contact on site for the facilities team to complete tasks and requests, maintain the look and feel of the site in preparation for customer visits.


Key Responsibilities
This is not designed to be a list of all tasks undertaken but an outline record of the main responsibilities (5 to 10 maximum). These are indicative of the role and as such the job holder is expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities relevant in nature, level and grade.

Provide operational support to the required level for all customers based in a Site. This may include verbal and written communication as well as face to face interaction with various levels of customer employees

Manage maintenance and progression of records for all work and status updates by making use of the prescribed system to do so, i.e. theTicketing System, Capacity and Tracking Systems, Online Tools and Databases etc.

Conduct work either for or at the direction of the company for itself or on behalf of its customers, i.e. audits (site and rack), cabling, cross connects, decommissioning, tape rotation, etc.

Implement and undertake the maintaining of the physical hosting infrastructure (racks, patch frames/panels, data and power tray work, data cabling and cross connects, Telco Carrier space).

Assist the Site Manager in the maintenance of the look and feel of the site in cooperation with the Product and Support Groups (floor walks to ensure cleanliness, removal of rubbish, process deliveries and collections, monitor and support mechanical and electrical function).

Communicate with the customer in order to manage the work for the support and setup ofcustomer-specific requirements and when needed provide assistance to the relevant internal teams.

Work supportively with colleagues, operating in a collegiate manner at all times and in line with the Company's values.

Security Responsibilities

Compliance to security policies and other company related policies and procedures are an integral part of employment. Therefore, all staff are expected to:

• Ensure you are aware of and abide by all relevant Company regulations and policies relevant to the role.
  
• Follow Company / departmental policies and working practices, ensuring that no breaches of information security result from any actions.
• Ensure data protection is maintained and information is made available on a need to know basis.
  
• Play an active role in the prevention of unauthorized access and damage to information.
• Report security weaknesses and incidents appropriately to relevant personnel, including the Security function in a timely manner.
  

Person Specification
This section describes the sum total of knowledge, experience & competence required by the job holder that is necessary for standard acceptable performance in carrying out this role.

Qualifications and Professional Membership

Essential/
Desirable

Assessment Method

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) credential(s)

Desirable / Not Essential

Application/CV

Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) or applicable Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) credential(s)

Desirable / Not Essential

Application/CV

ITIL V3

Desirable / Not Essential

Application/CV

Technical Competencies (Experience and Knowledge)

Essential/
Desirable

Assessment Method

Minimum one (1) year experience in a similar role such as experience gained in a Business Continuity or a Managed Services environment

Essential

Application/CV

Experience handling and storing customer data

Essential

Application/CV

Firm understanding of data cabling installation, management and patching

Essential

Application/CV

Experience in using a ticketing system

Essential

Application/CV

Understanding IT systems

Essential

Application/CV

Rack Installation

Desirable

Application/CV

SQL database scripting

Desirable

Application/CV

Customer Service experience

Desirable

Application/CV

Advanced Application Use (Excel, SharePoint, Google docs, Office 365 etc)

Desirable

Application/CV

Computer hardware maintenance experience (troubleshooting, diagnostics, repair, replacement )

Essential

Application/CV

Skills and Behavioral Competencies

Essential/
Desirable

Assessment Method

Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, for customer interaction

Essential

Interview

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Essential

Interview

Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, for customer interaction

Essential

Interview

Special Requirements

Essential/
Desirable

Assessment Method

Loan working will be part of the Job

Essential

Application/CV