Data Center Engineer
CornerStone Technology Talent Services
Irving, TX, USA
Posted on Jun 14, 2025
Data Center Engineer (Mid-Level to Senior)
Location: Oklahoma City, OK (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Center Engineer (Mid-Level to Senior) to join a dynamic team supporting a mission-critical data center environment in Oklahoma City, OK.
In this role, you will play a key part in the operations, maintenance, and continuous improvement of an enterprise-class data center, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and scalability. You will contribute to both day-to-day operations and strategic infrastructure projects, supporting a modern hybrid environment that underpins core business services.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Data Center Engineer with a strong background in hardware, networking, server administration, and virtualization, who enjoys working in a collaborative and hands-on technical environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform hands-on installation, configuration, racking, cabling, and decommissioning of servers, network devices, and storage equipment.
- Execute hardware upgrades, repairs, and replacements to maintain optimal data center performance.
- Maintain accurate inventory and asset management records for data center equipment.
- Configure and troubleshoot network devices (switches, routers, firewalls);optimize connectivity within the data center.
- Administer and support Linux and Windows Server operating systems, including patching and troubleshooting.
- Manage and support virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper-V).
- Monitor data center environmental conditions (power, cooling, humidity);respond to alerts and maintain optimal operating conditions.
- Perform preventative maintenance and utilize monitoring tools to proactively identify and resolve potential issues.
- Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and network issues;act as an escalation point for junior team members.
- Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and document corrective actions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams (Network, Systems, Security, Applications) to ensure seamless operations.
- Contribute to strategic data center infrastructure projects, including technology evaluations and capacity planning.
- Develop and maintain clear documentation for data center procedures, configurations, and diagrams.
- Promote data center best practices, security policies, and operational standards.
- Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide 24/7 support for critical data center infrastructure.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field;or equivalent practical experience.
- 4 7 years of progressive experience in a Data Center Engineer or similar IT infrastructure role.
- Proven hands-on experience with enterprise-grade server hardware (Dell, HP, Cisco UCS).
- Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols such as OSPF/BGP).
- Demonstrable experience with Linux (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) and/or Windows Server operating systems.
- Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware ESXi, Hyper-V).
- Relevant certifications preferred (CompTIA Network+, Server+, Linux+, CCNA, VCP).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Why Apply:
- Work on critical enterprise infrastructure in a hands-on, high-impact role.
- Opportunity to contribute to both operational excellence and strategic data center projects.
- Collaborative work environment with opportunities to grow into senior-level leadership in data center operations.
- Exposure to modern infrastructure technologies and best practices.
Additional Information:
Candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.