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Job Title:
HPC Datacenter Analyst
Department:
OHTECH | Ohio Supercomputer Center Operations
The HPC Datacenter Analyst provides physical hardware support and maintenance for the Ohio Supercomputer Center's High Performance Computer (HPC) infrastructure. The analyst, part of the Operations Team, works with HPC hardware at a large scale, maintaining the physical infrastructure, running network cables, troubleshooting hardware and network issues, repairing server hardware and maintaining an inventory of spare parts and network cables.
The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC) accelerates discovery for Ohio's academic and commercial researchers by providing accessible, reliable and secure HPC power at a fraction of the cost of alternatives, along with expert consultation and secure storage.
The Operations Team works collaboratively to diagnose problems and maintain infrastructure. This position, which reports to the HPC Operations Manager, works primarily at the State of Ohio Computer Center (SOCC) (1320 Arthur E. Adams Drive, Columbus, Ohio). While this position is primarily on-site, a hybrid work arrangement is available.
The responsibilities of the position include:
This position is on day shift with occasional after-hours support.
OSC, along with OARnet and OhioLINK, is part of the Ohio Technology Consortium (OH-TECH), the technology and information division of the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE). OH-TECH provides high-tech solutions for Ohio's higher education institutions to catalyze innovation in the modern knowledge economy. OH-TECH is a welcoming and supportive work environment.
Because The Ohio State University serves as OH-TECH's fiscal and legal agent, OH-TECH staff enjoy the same benefits as other Ohio State employees, including participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS), the Ohio State Health Plan, employee wellness and work-life balance programs, educational benefits, discount programs and more.
Required Education/Experience:
Desired Education/Experience:
Additional Information:
Function: Information Technology
Subfunction: IT Infrastructure and Data Center
Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized
Career Level: S2
Location:
Kinnear Rd, 1224 (0374)
Position Type:
Regular
Scheduled Hours:
40
Shift:
First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions.
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Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit the Equal Employment Identification form.
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Job Title:
HPC Datacenter Analyst
Department:
OHTECH | Ohio Supercomputer Center Operations
The HPC Datacenter Analyst provides physical hardware support and maintenance for the Ohio Supercomputer Center's High Performance Computer (HPC) infrastructure. The analyst, part of the Operations Team, works with HPC hardware at a large scale, maintaining the physical infrastructure, running network cables, troubleshooting hardware and network issues, repairing server hardware and maintaining an inventory of spare parts and network cables.
The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC) accelerates discovery for Ohio's academic and commercial researchers by providing accessible, reliable and secure HPC power at a fraction of the cost of alternatives, along with expert consultation and secure storage.
The Operations Team works collaboratively to diagnose problems and maintain infrastructure. This position, which reports to the HPC Operations Manager, works primarily at the State of Ohio Computer Center (SOCC) (1320 Arthur E. Adams Drive, Columbus, Ohio). While this position is primarily on-site, a hybrid work arrangement is available.
The responsibilities of the position include:
- Hardware maintenance on server infrastructure
- Hardware troubleshooting and repair
- Network cabling and monitoring
- Vendor support relationship management
- Inventory and documentation
- Participating in an on-call rotation and other duties as assigned
This position is on day shift with occasional after-hours support.
OSC, along with OARnet and OhioLINK, is part of the Ohio Technology Consortium (OH-TECH), the technology and information division of the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE). OH-TECH provides high-tech solutions for Ohio's higher education institutions to catalyze innovation in the modern knowledge economy. OH-TECH is a welcoming and supportive work environment.
Because The Ohio State University serves as OH-TECH's fiscal and legal agent, OH-TECH staff enjoy the same benefits as other Ohio State employees, including participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS), the Ohio State Health Plan, employee wellness and work-life balance programs, educational benefits, discount programs and more.
Required Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Minimum of two years of experience working as a data center analyst (or similar position).
- Ability to work effectively both within a team and independently, as circumstances warrant.
- Ability to follow through with assignments and commitments in a timely and professional manner.
- Strong organizational skills as well as interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
- Experience diagnosing and repairing computer hardware.
- Experience running network cables, both copper and fiber.
- Ability to lift 30 lbs.
Desired Education/Experience:
- Experience in system and related network administration of complex computer systems, specifically Linux systems and preferably Linux clusters.
Additional Information:
Function: Information Technology
Subfunction: IT Infrastructure and Data Center
Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized
Career Level: S2
Location:
Kinnear Rd, 1224 (0374)
Position Type:
Regular
Scheduled Hours:
40
Shift:
First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions.
The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other basis under the law.
Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit the Equal Employment Identification form.
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