Data Centre Technician

Are you a skilled and motivated individual passionate about maintaining the backbone of a global financial institution? Barclays is seeking a dedicated Data Centre Technician to join our dynamic team in Slough. This is a crucial role, directly contributing to the stability and operational integrity of our critical technology infrastructure.

In this position, you will be at the forefront of ensuring our systems run seamlessly. You'll have the opportunity to monitor and maintain complex hardware and software, troubleshoot challenging technical issues, and implement solutions that minimize disruption to operations. This role offers a unique chance to work with cutting-edge technology within a highly secure and regulated environment.

Advantages for Your Career Path:

• Impactful Work: Directly contribute to the reliability and performance of Barclays' vital technology infrastructure, a cornerstone of a leading global bank.
• Technical Growth: Gain hands-on experience with a wide array of hardware platforms, IT infrastructure, including storage, SAN, Unix, Wintel, and networking. You'll also be exposed to emerging technologies.
• Problem-Solving Expertise: Hone your skills in diagnosing and resolving complex hardware issues at the server level, developing your analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Process Understanding: Develop a strong understanding of change and incident management within a high-stakes support function, working with sophisticated software tools.
• Foundation in Infrastructure: Build a solid foundation in data centre operations, including essential cabling practices, which is a valuable skill set in the IT industry.
• Career Development: Opportunities to expand your knowledge with potential for certifications like ITIL Foundation or CompTIA Server+, and to engage with advanced concepts such as automation, capacity management, and business continuity.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals, contributing to a team that values collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Exposure to Leadership: Depending on the specific team structure, you may have opportunities to develop leadership skills, mentor colleagues, and contribute to strategic initiatives.

Key Considerations for Potential Candidates:

• Technical Foundation: A solid understanding of various hardware platforms and IT infrastructure interdependencies (Storage, SAN, Unix, Wintel, Networking) is essential.
• Hands-on Repair Skills: Proven experience in troubleshooting and repairing hardware issues at the server level is a must.
• Process Adherence: Familiarity with change and incident management processes is crucial for maintaining operational stability.
• Data Centre Experience: Prior experience working within a data centre environment, including cabling knowledge, is highly valued.
• Shift Work: Be prepared for potential 24x7 shift working, which requires adaptability and commitment.
• Continuous Learning: The role necessitates a proactive approach to learning and staying updated on evolving technologies and best practices.
• Risk Management: A keen awareness of risk and controls, and a commitment to maintaining a robust control environment is expected.
• Barclays Values: Alignment with Barclays' core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, and the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive, is fundamental.

This role provides an excellent platform for individuals seeking to build a career in IT infrastructure support within a globally recognized financial services organization. If you are detail-oriented, technically adept, and thrive in a fast-paced, critical environment, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity.