Data Center Configuration Management Analyst

Here's the deal. You can do top-notch work for a world-class organization and make a difference in people's lives. It's that simple.

We're The Capital Group Companies, a 75-year-old investment management company that prides itself on creating an environment in which our associates feel they can succeed and be valued for their contributions. We're the home of American Funds, one of the three largest mutual fund families in the United States. The benefits of working at Capital include interesting work, exceptional colleagues, a comfortable workplace, competitive salaries and bonuses, and health and life benefits from day one.


Job Description
Here's the deal. You can do top-notch work for a world-class organization and make a difference in people's lives. It's that simple.

We're The Capital Group Companies, a 75-year-old investment management company that prides itself on creating an environment in which our associates feel they can succeed and be valued for their contributions. We're the home of American Funds, one of the three largest mutual fund families in the United States. The benefits of working at Capital include interesting work, exceptional colleagues, a comfortable workplace, competitive salaries and bonuses, and health and life benefits from day one.The Data Center Configuration Management Analyst works as part of a team responsible for managing the physical infrastructure of the data center. Tracks data center capacity metrics for physical space, available power/circuits, HVAC, server rack space, MDF/ports. Plans and recommends solutions to provision infrastructure resources to meet business need. Researches and recommends new technology solutions to maximize data center operating effectiveness. Leads data center infrastructure projects for new technology implementations and upgrades. Provides oversight, and coordinates the daily activities, of third party cable/server installation vendors. Prioritizes, then directs work flow to effectively utilize resources to meet production schedules. Possesses a holistic understanding of data center operations and is familiar with functional operations of servers, storage devices, tape management systems, network gear, and structured cable/fiber layouts.Qualifications
5-7 years experience in the following areas: management of server rack planning and installation; sub floor and/or overhead structured cable/fiber plant installation and planning; data center space planning; use of tools to map the data center physical infrastructure (i.e. Visio, Aperture); use a data center capacity metrics to plan future activities to support growth and new technologies; ability to work closely and interact with other IT infrastructure teams; device and cabinet power distribution options; demonstrated ability to work independently and complete assigned project responsibilities under limited supervision;Skills in the following areas a plus:

Cooling systems (CRACs, heat exchangers, heat dissipation methods

Power: UPS, generation, utility power capabilities

Data Center fire suppression: familiarity with latest fire suppression technology
(FM-200/HFC-227 based)

Data Center standards, process, and procedure developmentWe offer excellent salaries, a progressive environment and a premier benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision coverage effective day one

Three weeks vacation in year one

15% of annual salary plus bonuses contributed by the company to your retirement plan, up to IRS limits

Generous educational assistance

Health club subsidy

Paid, comprehensive training programs

Team-oriented working environment

Business casual dress
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.