Computer Operator Ashburn, Virginia

Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities
Responsibilities:

• Rack, Build, cable, configure, and provision Intel and AMD Servers
• Rack, cable, and deploy Cisco Layer 2 networking equipment
• Troubleshoot, test, quality assurance of Server hardware
• Professionally resolve hardware issues via trouble ticket

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

Desired Experience:

• Operating System Installation - Windows Server, Linux, Unix
• Cabling knowledge beyond dressing or running cabling; such as confidently comprehending port mappings and ability to know the differences and purposes behind each cable type
• Understanding of basic hardware troubleshooting and applying logical methods of resolution
• Rack, cable, and deploy Cisco Layer 2 networking equipment a plus
• Experience with RAID levels is a plus
• Web Server and Database installation experience a plus
• Must be able to work in this country without Sponsorship
• Must be willing to learn quickly, multitask, and work in a fast pace environment.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
Required Professional and Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in assembling and configuring computer hardware components, including CPUs, RAM, storage drives, and motherboards, demonstrating knowledge of server-specific components like RAID controllers and redundant power supplies.
• Familiarity with installing and configuring server operating systems such as Windows Server and Linux distributions, including basic server administration tasks like user management, file system configuration, and security settings.
• Basic understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, and network troubleshooting skills, along with the ability to perform basic configurations on networking equipment such as switches and routers.