Hardware Technician​/Data Center Systems Administrator

Job Title: Hardware Technician/Data Center Systems Administrator

Location: Bahrain

Position Type: Full time

Req : JR100233

DDC is seeking a highly skilled Hardware Technician / Data Center Systems Administrator to support the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) at the Theater Enterprise Computing Center Central Region (TECC-CR) in Bahrain. This position supports the operation, maintenance, installation, and management of critical data center infrastructure supporting Department of Defense mission requirements and requires an active Top Secret security clearance
. The successful candidate will provide hands‑on technical support for servers, storage systems, network infrastructure, cabling, and facility operations while ensuring compliance with DISA standards and security requirements.

• Data Center Operations
  • Provide daily support for mission‑critical DISA data center operations.
  • Coordinate shipping, receiving, inventory management, and asset accountability of IT equipment.
  • Support continuity of operations (COOP) planning and disaster recovery activities.
  • Participate in installation planning meetings, troubleshooting sessions, and technical working groups.
  • Hardware Installation and Integration
  • Install, configure, integrate, and test servers, storage systems, network switches, routers, firewalls, VPN equipment, blade chassis, and associated hardware.
  • Perform equipment rack and stack activities.
  • Conduct hardware refresh and technology modernization efforts.
  • Support physical relocation and deployment of IT systems.
• Cabling and Infrastructure Support
  • Install, terminate, label, test, repair, and document copper and fiber‑optic cabling.
  • Maintain cable management in accordance with industry standards.
  • Install patch panels, trunks, and related infrastructure components.
  • Verify connectivity and support network implementation activities.
• Touch Labor Support
  • Perform onsite hardware support including:
  • Server power cycling
  • Component replacement
  • Hardware troubleshooting
  • Device relocation
  • Cable verification and remediation
  • Workstation deployment and setup
  • Coordinate with remote administrators to execute maintenance activities and restore services.
• Documentation and Compliance
  • Prepare and maintain:
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Technical implementation guides
  • Disaster recovery documentation
  • After-action reports
  • Inventory documentation
  • Support inspections, audits, cybersecurity reviews, and Fleet Readiness Control Board (FRCB) activities.
• Security and Access Management
  • Coordinate visitor access procedures and escort personnel when required.
  • Perform package inspections and maintain visitor logs.
  • Support operations involving Top Secret facilities and secure environments.
  • Adhere to all DISA cybersecurity, information assurance, and physical security policies.

• Education
  • Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; OR
  • Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• Experience
  • Minimum seven (7) years of experience within the last ten (10) years supporting:
  • Data center operations
  • Hardware installation and maintenance
  • Systems administration
  • Network infrastructure support
  • Enterprise IT environments
  • Experience directing technical work and supporting users in diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and networking issues.
  • Active Top Secret security clearance.
  • Ability to maintain access to classified environments and systems.

• Certifications
  • DoDM 8140.03 certification (required).
  • ADP IT-Level II certification (required).
  • Additional industry certifications such as Security+, Network+, Server+, Microsoft, or Cisco certifications are highly desirable.

• Desired Qualifications
  • Experience supporting DISA, DoD, or military data centers.
  • Experience with Windows Server administration and Active Directory.
  • Knowledge of enterprise storage systems and virtualization platforms.
  • ITIL process experience.
  • Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
  • Experience supporting NIPRNet and SIPRNet environments

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