Principal Technician (Facilities Management)

Principal Technician (Facilities Management)

DEFTEC delivers mission critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by the critical missions of our clients, and we are driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.

POSITION OVERVIEW

DEFTEC Corporation is seeking a Principal Technician who serves as the Data Center Manager, tracking all inbound / outbound equipment and materials to maintain positive accountability.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

• The candidate must have a currently active NATO SECRET security clearance
• Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with 3 years post-related experience.
• Or a secondary educational qualification with 5 years post-related experience.
• At least 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.
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