Datacenter Administrator at Infohob Technology

Infohob Technology is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Datacenter Administrator

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Datacenter Administrator to fill the role of a Data Centre Migration Associate, to join our team and provide essential support to our Data Centre Migration Specialist.
• You will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth execution of data centre migration projects.
• Your technical expertise, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively will contribute to the successful completion of complex migration tasks.
• This is an excellent opportunity for an organized individual with a passion for data centre operations and a desire to contribute to transformative projects within our organization.

Responsibilities
Migration Project Support:

• Assist the Data centre Migration Specialist in the planning, coordination, and execution of data centre migration projects.
• Collaborate with the specialist to assess current data centre infrastructure and identify dependencies, potential risks, and optimization opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of migration plans, including creating project documentation, updating inventory records, and managing equipment logistics.

Hardware and Equipment Management:

• Assist with the installation, configuration, and deployment of servers, networking devices, and storage systems as part of the migration process.
• Coordinate hardware maintenance, including scheduling maintenance activities, tracking equipment warranties, and managing inventory levels.
• Ensure proper labelling, documentation, and organization of equipment within the data centre facility.

Data Validation and Migration: 

• Support the specialist in data validation and verification activities to ensure the integrity and accuracy of migrated data.
• Assist in executing data migration tasks, including data replication, verification, and testing procedures. 
• Collaborate with the specialist to resolve any data migration issues and ensure the timely completion of migration activities.

Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: 

• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues related to data centre infrastructure, network connectivity, and server configurations.
• Work closely with the Data centre Migration Specialist to identify and resolve issues or escalations during migration projects.
• Document and report any encountered issues or challenges, contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of data centre operations, including inventory records, equipment configurations, and migration procedures.
• Contribute to the creation of project reports and status updates, providing regular updates on project progress, milestones, and key performance metrics.
• Assist in the development of post-migration assessments, capturing lessons learned and recommendations for process enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
• Solid understanding of data centre infrastructure components, including servers, networking equipment, and storage systems.
• Basic knowledge of data centre operations, best practices, and industry standards.
• Familiarity with data migration concepts and processes.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and timelines.
• Associate level certifications on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud platforms will be an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.