Data Center Engineering Intern

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Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate.

We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team. What you'll do The Mobility lab team is responsible for the creation of new environments, as well as the operational support of existing ones. Viasat works closely with other lab facility managers to ensure clean, compliant, and operational labs that Viasat's developers and customers can use.

Requests are received daily for new labs as well as fixes and improvements to these labs and it is the responsibility of the Mobility lab team to fulfill such requests. The day-to-day The intern will help build a new APC system for monitoring, management and securing in the Carlsbad Commercial Air lab datacenter. This requires integration with existing network and deployed systems and documenting the as-built procedures as well as a framework for supporting the deployed systems.

You will work directly with other datacenter engineers to deploy these systems as well as cross-team with professionals from other functions that will assist in network integration. Examples of day-to-day tasks include: APC appliance deployment and administration Linux and windows administration Security posturing and implementation Network monitoring and management Datacenter operations What you'll need Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field A basic knowledge of IP addressing and subnets Knowledge of cable standards (ethernet, coax, etc.) Understanding of LAN/WAN networks A willingness to learn new systems and technologies Troubleshooting skills Ability to work on a geographically distributed team Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to commit to a 10-12 week summer internship What will help you on the job Scripting experience using Python, JavaScript, REST or equivalent language VMWare or AWS/Cloud experience Basic automation experience Knowledge or experience with tools such as Git, Artifactory, Jenkins, Puppet, Ansible, Docker Organization and time-management skills Salary range $21 - $66 / hourly At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience.

Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.

EEO statement Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field A basic knowledge of IP addressing and subnets Knowledge of cable standards (ethernet, coax, etc.) Understanding of LAN/WAN networks A willingness to learn new systems and technologies Troubleshooting skills Ability to work on a geographically distributed team Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to commit to a 10-12 week summer internship

The intern will help build a new APC system for monitoring, management and securing in the Carlsbad Commercial Air lab datacenter. This requires integration with existing network and deployed systems and documenting the as-built procedures as well as a framework for supporting the deployed systems.

You will work directly with other datacenter engineers to deploy these systems as well as cross-team with professionals from other functions that will assist in network integration. Examples of day-to-day tasks include: APC appliance deployment and administration Linux and windows administration Security posturing and implementation Network monitoring and management Datacenter operations