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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Posted: 69 days ago
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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This position is for a Data Center Operations Specialist at the mid-level within a team focused on ensuring compliance and operational excellence in data center environments. The role involves adhering to security policies, monitoring cost models, identifying improvements aligned with strategic vision, and managing projects to meet service delivery objectives. Day-to-day tasks include leveraging approved tools, reviewing contracts, resolving conflicts, and communicating potential impacts of changes or incidents. Preferred qualifications are a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, Engineering, or related fields, along with experience in IT equipment support or large-scale deployment projects. The role requires expertise in data center operations, project management, and strong communication skills to manage relationships with clients and suppliers effectively.

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ITIL PROSCI CI/CD Kubernetes AWS Terraform Python PostgreSQL Docker Prometheus Grafana Ansible Git Jira Confluence

What you'll do

Ensures compliance with security policies to prevent unauthorized access.
Identifies and implements improvements aligned with the strategic vision.
Monitors cost models to identify risks affecting future forecasting.
Manages projects within a single discipline to meet service delivery OKRs.
Reviews contracts with landlords and third-party vendors for adherence.
Proactively communicates potential impacts of events on service delivery.
Analyzes incident data to support Root Cause Analysis and presentations.

What we're looking for

At least 2 years of experience supporting IT equipment or delivering server and network deployment projects.
Adherence to security and safety policies for data center operations.
Ability to monitor cost models and report risks effectively.
Experience managing projects within a single discipline to meet OKRs/KPIs.
Proficiency in using approved engineering tools and systems daily.
Capability to review contracts with landlords and third-party vendors.

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