Infrastructure Specialist, FT, Day shift (Onsite)

Valley Health System
$97,006.00 - $121,246.84
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, retirement plan
United States, New Jersey, Paramus
15 Essex Road (Show on map)
Oct 03, 2025
POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Infrastructure Analyst to join our IT infrastructure team. This role is ideal for candidates with foundational experience in Data Centers, MDF and IDF closets. This is an ideal role for someone looking to grow their skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. The engineer will assist in managing multiple Data Centers, IDF and MDF locations. They will manage multiple toolsets and work closely with other staff members and vendors to provide critical infrastructure support. Healthcare industry experience is a strong plus, as you'll be working in an environment where uptime, data integrity, and compliance are critical. EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent field of study, or relevant equivalent work-related education/experience. EXPERIENCE: Manage and maintain Data Center infrastructure, including cabinet layout, rack elevations, and asset tracking. Monitor and manage Power Distribution Units (PDUs), Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), and basic electrical systems. Utilize monitoring tools such as SolarWinds Orion, PRTG, and Struxureware to ensure uptime and performance. Perform routine inspections and maintenance of data center equipment and environmental conditions. Assist with network infrastructure tasks, including patching, port mapping, and basic switch configuration. Collaborate with network and systems teams to support infrastructure projects and incident response. Maintain accurate documentation of infrastructure assets, cabling, and power usage. Support change management and incident resolution processes. Required Qualifications: 3+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or data center operations. Strong knowledge of Data Center cabinet and rack management. Hands-on experience with PDUs, UPS systems, and basic electrical troubleshooting. Proficiency with infrastructure monitoring tools: SolarWinds Orion, PRTG, Struxureware. Basic networking knowledge, including familiarity with Cisco switches and structured cabling. Excellent organizational and documentation skills. Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs as needed. Required Qualifications: 3+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or data center operations. Strong knowledge of Data Center cabinet and rack management. Hands-on experience with PDUs, UPS systems, and basic electrical troubleshooting. Proficiency with infrastructure monitoring tools: SolarWinds Orion, PRTG, Struxureware. Basic networking knowledge, including familiarity with Cisco switches and structured cabling. Excellent organizational and documentation skills. Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs as needed SPECIAL SKILLS: Skill in time management, organizing resources and establishing priorities. Advanced verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Group facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills. Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively in a team environment. Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop integrated, creative solutions. Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools. Ability to analyze comprehensive business processes, perform in-depth work analyses, and develop computer-generated flow charts. Ability to develop project budges and projections. Working knowledge of hospital operations preferred. Job Location Kraft Center Shift Day (United States of America) Benefits Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees) Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees) Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.) 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness Retirement Plan Tuition Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities Salary Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Pay Range: $97,006.00 - $121,246.84 EEO Statement Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.