Remote Data Center Commissioning Jobs in Virginia

Remote Work:
Hybrid
Job Number:
R0243414
Location:
Reston,VA,US
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Data Center Operations Specialist
The Opportunity:
We're seeking a skilled and motivated Data Center Operations Specialist to join our critical infrastructure and network delivery team. The ideal candidate has experience supporting enterprise data center operations, leading infrastructure deployments, and coordinating projects with customers, vendors, and technical teams. They are process-oriented, technically proficient, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining high standards for quality and documentation.
As a Data Center Operations Specialist, you'll lead small to medium-sized data center projects ranging from single-server installations to multi-rack deployments. You'll work directly with internal customers to plan equipment installations, coordinate with vendors and cross-functional teams, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to established standards. You'll develop rack layouts, manage space and rack-level power requirements, maintain accurate documentation, and support equipment lifecycle activities, including installs, moves, additions, and decommissions.
You'll combine your technical expertise with strong communication and organizational skills to deliver reliable infrastructure solutions while supporting the day-to-day operations of our enterprise data centers. You'll also identify opportunities to improve operational processes, documentation, and deployment standards as part of a collaborative network infrastructure team.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:

• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise data center operations or critical infrastructure
• Experience leading small infrastructure projects and coordinating deployments with customers, vendors, and technical teams
• Experience with capacity planning, rack design, and data center space management
• Experience with structured copper and fiber cabling standards
• Knowledge of rack-level power distribution, PDUs, power capacity planning, and best practices for equipment installation
• Knowledge of server, storage, and network hardware
• Ability to display a process-oriented approach to documentation and change management
• Ability to move equipment up to 50 lbs in a data center environment
• Ability to occasionally work after hours during planned maintenance windows and travel to support remote data center projects
• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with DCIM platforms, Visio, or AutoCAD
• Experience with ITIL or formal change management processes
• Possession of excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills
• Possession of excellent organizational skills
• Industry Certifications such as Certified Data Center Technician Professional (CDCTP), CompTIA Server+, Network+, or similar Certification

Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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