Data centre Migration Associate

About the job

Responsibilities:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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:

• Associate degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a 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.