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Work type: On-site
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Posted: 16 days ago
Closes: Nov 28, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

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As a Microsoft Senior Data Center Technician (DCT), you will join a critical operations team responsible for maintaining high standards in data center technology management. Your daily tasks include preparing, installing, diagnosing, troubleshooting, replacing, and decommissioning IT equipment while ensuring strict adherence to security protocols. You will coach junior technicians on incorporating security requirements into their work and collaborate with cross-discipline teams to ensure smooth transitions between shifts. The role demands proficiency in data center policies and procedures, as well as the ability to identify and mitigate operational vulnerabilities promptly. Key skills include a deep understanding of network and server equipment interactions, compliance with industry standards, and proactive communication regarding technical issues and security incidents. This position is crucial for maintaining Microsoft’s robust data center operations at scale, ensuring both customer satisfaction and business continuity.

Skills

Microsoft Datacenter Operations Network Equipment Server Equipment Security Requirements Audit Readiness Cross-Discipline Collaborations Third-Party Vendors Physical Security Incident Reporting Customer Impact Awareness

What you'll do

Demonstrates expertise in preparing, installing, diagnosing, troubleshooting, replacing, and decommissioning IT datacenter equipment.
Coaches team members on incorporating security requirements into processes and feedback.
Ensures compliance with Data Center policies, procedures, and deadlines to maintain audit readiness.
Shares information and best practices across shifts and technician teams for smooth transitions.
Provides guidance to less experienced technicians on executing tasks aligned with security principles.
Communicates and escalates data center technical, safety, or security incidents promptly.

What we're looking for

Demonstrated expertise in IT datacenter technology installation and maintenance processes.
Proactively identifies and escalates potential operational security vulnerabilities.
Ensures compliance with industry standards and best practices for data center operations.
Shares information, best practices, and security-related learnings across technician teams.
Provides guidance to less experienced technicians on task execution and security principles.
Communicates and escalates technical, safety, or security incidents promptly.

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