Lead Data Center Operations Specialist; Local

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VUMC IT Data Operations Center

The Lead Computer Operations Specialist serves as the primary point of contact during their scheduled shift within our 24x7 IT Operations Center. This role is pivotal in training team members, ensuring adherence to departmental standards, and executing all Moves/Adds/Changes (MACs) within the Data Center. The Lead Specialist operates within a standard ticketing system, providing clear, timely, and appropriate communications. Under the direction of the Operations Supervisors and/or Operations Manager, the Lead Specialist performs these activities in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Program Policies, Safety Policies, and Security Policies, while meeting quality and quantity requirements.

They are responsible for maintaining the data integrity of all assets in the Data Center. This position oversees the day-to-day operational needs of data center facilities in a 24x7 operating environment, ensuring the proper operating conditions for all IT processing and network equipment to guarantee 100% uptime for all systems. Additionally, the Lead Specialist provides remote hands support for any requests requiring actions throughout all of the Data Center locations, including but not limited to server/network equipment racking, provisioning power for new rack installations, data/storage cabling, and hands‑on support for problem resolution.

Note:

this role shift could be either days or nights – to be determined.

• Execute & coordinate MACs (Moves/Adds/Changes) for data center devices, infrastructure, and cabling while following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Program Policies, Safety Policies, and Security Policies.
• Prioritize workloads, communicate roadblocks, and collaborate in alignment with VUMC and the Data Center's mission.
• Lead your scheduled shift and collaborate with other leads to ensure daily operations remain aligned with organizational needs/priorities.
• Ensure customer needs are met and identify issues and areas for improvement.
• Provide on‑call, vacation, and sick coverage as needed.
• Coach and mentor team members on continuous improvements, processes, job functions and resolution skills.
• Maintain overall site readiness and cleanliness.
• Create, manage, and maintain thorough documentation of IT assets, chain of custody, and shipments.
• Track, audit, and update data center & IT assets within Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) software.
• Monitor all data center critical facility systems: fire suppression, water infiltration, air cooling, and power.
• Collaborate with internal and external parties to assist in critical facility system incident response.
• Facilitate communications & notifications during major incidents (critical application outages).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Data Replication (Novice):
  Possesses sufficient proficiency to define data replication requirements. Has basic knowledge of data replication software, such as Sybase replication server and Data Propagator. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments.
• Data Planning (Novice):
  Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the skill in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing…