Data Center Engineer
Washington D.C. Metro Area
Solve advanced challenges with an amazing team, delivering expertise in progressive information technology system integration for a diverse client base. Work with both team and clients to build and sustain successful implementations of vanguard technology, while creating and maintaining valuable assets and ensuring reliable access to mission critical systems. • Onsite engineer to update aging infrastructure with Cisco (Unified Computing System) UCS, NetApp Cluster Mode, VMware vSphere, and Cisco Nexus, being managed by Cisco UCS Director, under the umbrella of a validated FlexPod design• Integrate VMware vSphere advanced functionality, including vCenter, Site Recovery Manager (SRM), and vShield.• Work closely with clients in a contractor role with equal stake and liability to install and maintain a IBM BladeCenter infrastructure• Execute cutting edge technological installations of a wide range of datacenter communication technology protocols, including: Fiber Channel, NFS, CIFS, iSCSI, and FCoE• Prepare and execute data migration from aging data storage platforms after making informed research and discovery on in-place client systems• Took the initiative to create and design Detailed Design Documentation templates for VMware vSphere vCenter, VMware vSphere Site Recovery Manger (SRM), NetApp C-Mode, Cisco UCS• Create in depth documentation on all aspects of datacenter design, service delivery, and implementation to ensure standardization of delivery documentation• Partner closely with clients to plan, create, and customize environments that exceed expectation• Quantify and validate datacenter site design including power, cooling, and rack density• Plan and implement multiple datacenter projects simultaneously• Consistently qualify for training opportunities provided as a means for career growth while keeping current certifications• Excel at working with clients to design and implement hardware and software in a managed professional services capacity