Principal Technician (Facilities Management)
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Location: Norfolk, VA 23503
Description:
Job Description
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Essential Qualifications/Experience:
Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with 3 years post-related experience
Or a secondary educational qualification with 5 years post-related experience
3+ years technician level experience installing information technology related facilities, such as server farms or technical control facilities, including equipment racks, equipment and cabling
Proven experience working inside and/or supporting a Data Center
Practical experience in the implementation, testing and maintenance of modern communications, or information systems in a LAN and WAN environment
Knowledge of bonding and grounding requirements for communications equipment racks
Experience utilizing power tools such as drills, electric screw drivers, metal cutting / grinding devices
Good knowledge of UTP, Fibre Optic, Serial and Coaxial cabling standards and limitations
Good knowledge of recent technological developments in communication management systems and LAN / WAN environment
Experience of preparing technical documentation and Standard Operating Procedures
Experience managing vehicles, optimizing their use and scheduling maintenance
Experience with Facilities Management
Experience with Premises Security
Desirable Qualifications/Experience:
Design experience with all power aspects required to support a medium sized Data Center
Design experience with all environmental aspects, including cooling, to support a medium sized Data Center
Design experience with uninterruptable power (both generator and battery) power fault tolerant solutions to support a medium sized Data Center and Communication closets
Experience with configuration management tools and software such as: Patch Manager, Cable solve and Microsoft Visio
Experience working in ITIL environment and familiar with the concepts (certification would be a plus)
Certified Data Center Design Professional (or equivalent)
ASIS Facility Security Design (or equivalent)
Extensive knowledge of NATO TEMPEST zoning requirements
Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT
Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements
DUTIES/ROLE:
Evaluates placement results of staff and equipment according to space planning and requirements
Monitors environmental, safety and equipment requirements and conditions
Monitors and updates processes and procedures to develop and maintain security in the workplace
Interacts with customers and vendor support staff to resolve complicated problems
Participates in coordinating the design and construction of new or enhanced facilities
Tests and evaluates various types of exterior and interior security devices and systems
Proposes and implements reasonable and appropriate security measures
Assist in coordination with legal counsel in response to litigation claims
Conducts investigations of internal thefts and vandalism
Works with all major types of premises security practices, tools, and technologies
Oversees specific initiatives and practices that enlist employees in loss prevention efforts
Serves as the Data Center Manager, tracking all inbound / outbound equipment and materials to maintain positive accountability
Coordinates Data Center facility management support (HVAC filter replacement, facility power, etc.) with host nation entities
Creates and maintains Standard Operating Procedures for the CSU Norfolk Data Center
Creates Bill of Materials (BoM) for facility related requirements
Attend meetings working in partnership with different stakeholders to deliver services and meet customer requirements
Adheres to and provides oversight of Health & Safety requirements during all Data Center activities
Acts as the CSU Norfolk technical liaison with outside contractors for all electrical, environmental or other facilities-related infrastructure work supporting NCI Agency controlled Data Centers and Communications closets
Maintains sound knowledge of implemented technologies, applicable NATO policies and industry standards
Oversees vehicle fleet contracts with servicing and maintenance providers Prepares and tracks vehicle servicing schedules to minimize downtime while ensuring compliance with regulations
Contributes to budgeting and expenditure planning and monitoring
Deputize for higher grade staff
Perform other duties as required
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Essential Qualifications/Experience:
Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with 3 years post-related experience
Or a secondary educational qualification with 5 years post-related experience
3+ years technician level experience installing information technology related facilities, such as server farms or technical control facilities, including equipment racks, equipment and cabling
Proven experience working inside and/or supporting a Data Center
Practical experience in the implementation, testing and maintenance of modern communications, or information systems in a LAN and WAN environment
Knowledge of bonding and grounding requirements for communications equipment racks
Experience utilizing power tools such as drills, electric screw drivers, metal cutting / grinding devices
Good knowledge of UTP, Fibre Optic, Serial and Coaxial cabling standards and limitations
Good knowledge of recent technological developments in communication management systems and LAN / WAN environment
Experience of preparing technical documentation and Standard Operating Procedures
Experience managing vehicles, optimizing their use and scheduling maintenance
Experience with Facilities Management
Experience with Premises Security
Desirable Qualifications/Experience:
Design experience with all power aspects required to support a medium sized Data Center
Design experience with all environmental aspects, including cooling, to support a medium sized Data Center
Design experience with uninterruptable power (both generator and battery) power fault tolerant solutions to support a medium sized Data Center and Communication closets
Experience with configuration management tools and software such as: Patch Manager, Cable solve and Microsoft Visio
Experience working in ITIL environment and familiar with the concepts (certification would be a plus)
Certified Data Center Design Professional (or equivalent)
ASIS Facility Security Design (or equivalent)
Extensive knowledge of NATO TEMPEST zoning requirements
Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT
Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements
DUTIES/ROLE:
Evaluates placement results of staff and equipment according to space planning and requirements
Monitors environmental, safety and equipment requirements and conditions
Monitors and updates processes and procedures to develop and maintain security in the workplace
Interacts with customers and vendor support staff to resolve complicated problems
Participates in coordinating the design and construction of new or enhanced facilities
Tests and evaluates various types of exterior and interior security devices and systems
Proposes and implements reasonable and appropriate security measures
Assist in coordination with legal counsel in response to litigation claims
Conducts investigations of internal thefts and vandalism
Works with all major types of premises security practices, tools, and technologies
Oversees specific initiatives and practices that enlist employees in loss prevention efforts
Serves as the Data Center Manager, tracking all inbound / outbound equipment and materials to maintain positive accountability
Coordinates Data Center facility management support (HVAC filter replacement, facility power, etc.) with host nation entities
Creates and maintains Standard Operating Procedures for the CSU Norfolk Data Center
Creates Bill of Materials (BoM) for facility related requirements
Attend meetings working in partnership with different stakeholders to deliver services and meet customer requirements
Adheres to and provides oversight of Health & Safety requirements during all Data Center activities
Acts as the CSU Norfolk technical liaison with outside contractors for all electrical, environmental or other facilities-related infrastructure work supporting NCI Agency controlled Data Centers and Communications closets
Maintains sound knowledge of implemented technologies, applicable NATO policies and industry standards
Oversees vehicle fleet contracts with servicing and maintenance providers Prepares and tracks vehicle servicing schedules to minimize downtime while ensuring compliance with regulations
Contributes to budgeting and expenditure planning and monitoring
Deputize for higher grade staff
Perform other duties as required