Infrastructure Security Engineer, Global

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another's experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Security Department

The Vantage Global Security (VGS) Department for Vantage Data Centers is very hands on. In most cases, we specify, purchase, configure and maintain all networking and server hardware. We also work closely with partner Value Added Resellers (VARs) to learn about the latest technological changes so that we can make informed purchase decisions. We are always looking for ways to strike the best balance between technology, performance, and cost. Vantage Security Department also participates in designing each of our new data center building's security infrastructure. If you like getting your hands dirty and helping to design, build and maintain Security infrastructure in a modern data center, then come work at Vantage. We're expanding with many new builds!

Essential Job Functions

* Manage, support and maintain Vantage IT infrastructure

* Manage VMware 6.x and 7.x virtual environment with Tegile SAN and Brocade switches

* Setup and configure Windows Servers in VMware virtual environment

* Administration of Active Directory 2019, Azure AD, Office 365 and Skype for Business Online

* Design, manage and test data backup and disaster recovery

* Experience with scripting and automation of administrative tasks

* Setup, support and manage network monitoring system

* Manage tasks in accordance with client SLAs

* Help develop and implement Standard Operations Procedures

* Interface with internal data center design team, construction team, supporting data center infrastructure augments as needed

* Facilitate data center commissioning operations

* Oversee automation system commissioning to ensure best possible data center performance is maintained

Duties

* Document all critical evolutions, lessons learned, and find possible efficiency gains in processes

* Support, and monitor vendor activities ensuring work activities meet scope of work and follow established procedures

* Respond as-needed when system maintenance or complications arise

* Other duties may be assigned from time-to-time by management

Job Requirements

* Bachelor of Science degree, or equivalent experience, in Information Technology required

* 6 years of experience in IT required, 8+ years preferred

* Data Center experience is strongly preferred, but not required

* Strong skills with VMware, MS Servers and Networking required

* Knowledge of Office365, monitoring systems, databases

* Proficient with fiber cross connects, testing and network room build out

* Experience with network design and configuration, routers, switches and firewall

* Ability to lift 50lbs. Ability to maneuver packages of weights above 50lbs. with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person

* Travel is expected to be less than 20%

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.