Data Center Architect/Engineer at Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.

, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

121678.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Center Architecture, Infrastructure Design, Strategic Planning, Cloud Integration, Power Systems, Cooling Systems, Network Topologies, Disaster Recovery, Capacity Planning, Performance Optimization, Compliance, AWS, Azure, GCP, SDN, DCIM

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Description

Overview Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking an experienced Data Center Architect/Engineer to lead the design, strategic planning, and optimization of our data center infrastructure. This role requires a forward-thinking individual who can balance technical excellence with business requirements to create scalable, reliable, and efficient data center solutions while ensuring integration with cloud environments. This is onsite in DC and we are only considering candidates that currently live within 50 miles of DC. Responsibilities Infrastructure Design Design and architect comprehensive data center infrastructure solutions including power, cooling, network, storage, and compute resources Develop detailed technical specifications for data center builds and expansions Evaluate and select appropriate hardware and software solutions based on business requirements, performance needs, and total cost of ownership Create redundancy and disaster recovery architectures to ensure business continuity Design network topologies that support current and future bandwidth requirements Strategic Planning Develop long-term roadmaps for data center capacity expansion aligned with business growth projections Create and execute cloud integration strategies, including hybrid and multi-cloud architectures Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations for adoption Establish standardization protocols for infrastructure deployment Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for infrastructure investments Lead technology refresh cycles and platform modernization initiatives System Optimization Continuously analyze and optimize data center performance, utilization, and efficiency metrics Implement power optimization solutions to reduce PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) Design and optimize cooling systems to maximize energy efficiency Establish monitoring systems and thresholds to ensure optimal performance Conduct capacity planning to prevent resource constraints while minimizing overprovisioning Compliance and Safety Ensure data center designs meet applicable industry standards (ANSI/TIA-942, BICSI, Uptime Institute) Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX) Develop and enforce physical security protocols for data center facilities Create and maintain documentation for audit and compliance purposes Establish environmental safety protocols and disaster recovery procedure Collaboration Partner with IT teams, facilities management, and business stakeholders to align solutions with organizational needs Work closely with vendors and service providers to implement new technologies Coordinate with project managers during implementation phases Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members Present complex technical concepts to executive leadership in business terms Collaborate with procurement to optimize vendor relationships and contracts Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 7+ years of experience in data center infrastructure design and management U.S. Citizenship is required per contract to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Strong understanding of data center systems including power, cooling, cabling, and rack infrastructure Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud architectures Knowledge of virtualization technologies and container platforms Understanding of networking principles including SDN, load balancing, and security Experience with capacity planning and performance optimization Familiarity with compliance standards relevant to data centers Project management experience for large-scale infrastructure initiatives Preferred: Professional certifications such as CDCDP, CDCE, CDCS, or CDCP Cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, etc.) Experience with data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools Knowledge of automation and infrastructure-as-code principles Experience with energy-efficient data center design Understanding of financial aspects of data center operations Salary: $115,594 - $121,678 Additional benefits include: Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D Flexible Spending Accounts Pre-Tax 401K and/or After-Tax Roth IRA (with employer matching contribution) Tuition and Technical Training Reimbursement Exercise Reimbursement Computer Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program About Us: Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2025. It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law.

Responsibilities

This role involves leading the design, strategic planning, and optimization of data center infrastructure, covering power, cooling, network, storage, and compute resources. Key duties include developing technical specifications, creating redundancy architectures, and establishing long-term roadmaps for capacity expansion and cloud integration.