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From the employer's careers site First seen 5 Nov 2026

Data Center Operations Specialist Principal

GDIT Manassas, VA On-site senior full-time

Salary

$140,821 - $190,523 per year

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Description

Join GDIT as a Data Center Operations Specialist Principal and build an impactful career in enterprise IT. You will manage, maintain, troubleshoot and resolve critical technical issues within the datacenter.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage, maintain, troubleshoot and resolve critical technical issues within the datacenter.
  • Install and maintain data center server hardware, including storage blocks, servers, patch panels, switches, routers, and other large scale networking gear.
  • Familiarity with Linux command line to assist with troubleshooting and configuration.
  • Participate in on-call rotation to get to the datacenter during off hours.
  • Available for shift work.
  • Participate in disaster recovery mock drills and procedures.
  • Provide cleared escort as needed to personnel who need access for maintenance, inspection, and other needs.
  • Light shipping and receiving.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 5+ years of experience in working with computer systems and computer networks, specifically with the Linux operating system.
  • Ability to do physical work (lift servers, network switches, boxes etc.).
  • TS/SCI with active polygraph clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with field-based work in POPs and datacenters.
  • Experience in troubleshooting OS, network equipment, and software.
  • Experience troubleshooting hardware or network related issues using Linux-based tools.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
  • 401K with company match.
  • Competitive pay and paid time off.
  • Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home.

The likely salary range for this position is $140,821 - $190,523.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Experience with field-based work in POPs and datacenters
  • Experience in troubleshooting OS, network equipment, and software
  • Experience troubleshooting hardware or network related issues using Linux-based tools
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