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Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a Data Center Technician (DCT) on the U.S. Government Airgap team, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft’s dedicated online services supporting the U.S. Government.
Job Responsibility:
Demonstrates an applied understanding of standard processes and procedures for preparing, installing, performing diagnostics, troubleshooting, replacing, and/or decommissioning equipment
Proactively shares relevant information to enable efficient workflow
Complies with Data Center Services (DCS) business unit and service-level policies, procedures, and deadlines
Completes assigned tickets efficiently and in alignment with expectations for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) per task type
Prepares, stages, sets up, and performs startups and shutdowns (e.g., racks, hard drives, switches) according to specific instructions
Performs post-execution quality checks and verifies that grounding, staging, labeling, and cabling are set up properly
Performs diagnostics and troubleshooting following standard procedures
Provides guidance to technicians troubleshooting issues
Decommissions hardware for simple changes and refreshes (e.g., memory upgrades, OS rebuilds)
Follows procedures to communicate, report, and escalate incidents
Develops an understanding of cross-functional processes
Completes required training aligned to the role and workload
Participates in daily safety briefings
Complies with security and data management procedures and policies
Contributes to a positive and effective team environment
Has pride and a sense of accountability for the service quality, completeness, and resulting user experience
Learns the client’s business and maintains a strong client focus
Requirements:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and basic knowledge of computer hardware and components AND 1+ year(s) experience supporting IT equipment or related technology OR equivalent experience
Active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
Verification of U.S. citizenship
Must pass Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter
Nice to have:
CompTIA (A+, Server+, Network+)
Basic Structure Cabling (BSC)
Ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders
Desire to learn, grow, and develop new technical skills
What we offer:
Benefits and other compensation may be eligible for certain roles