IT Analyst - Datacenter

Are you passionate about building reliable and secure IT infrastructure? As an IT Analyst, you will play a critical role in designing, operating, and supporting core datacenter platforms that power SEL’s services. Your day-to-day work will support physical and virtual infrastructure such as hypervisors, servers, storage, backup systems, and power, with a focus on availability, performance, and resilience. If you enjoy hands-on infrastructure work, value stability and security, and take pride in operational excellence, this role this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Note: US Citizenship is Required
As an IT Analyst, a typical day might include the following:

• Design, implement, secure, and support datacenter infrastructure.

• Administer hypervisors and VMs to ensure availability, performance, and scalability.

• Maintain physical server infrastructure, including racking, cabling, firmware, and hardware lifecycle.

• Operate and maintain SAN and NAS storage platforms.

• Administer backup systems; verify backup integrity and recovery readiness.

• Monitor and support datacenter power, UPS, cooling, and environmental systems.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to infrastructure reliability, security, and resilience.

• Perform capacity and lifecycle planning for compute, storage, power, and cooling resources.

• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) to standardize and automate infrastructure deployment and management.

This job might be for you if you have:

• A bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience in an IT environment

• 2+ years of related experience in a technical environment

• Knowledge of IT methods, practices, procedures, and policies

• A desire for life-long learning to maintain a comprehensive understanding of evolving technologies

• Experience using programming languages and script writing

• Experience teaching and mentoring IT interns and associates

• Embraces dynamic, fast-paced environments; adapts well to rapid change

• The ability to participate in after hours on call rotation

• The ability to practice absolute confidentiality and unquestionable ethics

• Excellent customer service commitment

• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

• The ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical background and knowledge of manufacturing and/or engineering processes

• Ability to meet Motor Vehicle Report Qualification Standards of SEL

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds

Location:

Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

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Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.

• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.

• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.  

• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data:

IT Analyst: $84,200 - $124,500 per year. Lead IT Analyst: $97,700 - $144,400 per year. Our compensation ranges are based on the responsibilities of the role. Starting pay is determined individually and considers factors such as relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and training. Candidates may be considered at different levels based on their background. As a result, pay may vary to align with the level of the role.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.