Date

20-Jul-2026 6:06 AM

Region

IN

Company

Sify Digital Services Limited

About US

A Fortune 500 India company, Sify Technologies is India’s most comprehensive ICT service & solution provider. With Cloud at the core of our solutions portfolio, Sify is focussed on the changing ICT requirements of the emerging Digital economy and the resultant demands from large, mid and small-sized businesses.

Sify’s infrastructure comprising the largest MPLS network, 10 top-of-the-line Concurrently Manageable DCs, partnership with global technology majors, vast expertise in business transformation solutions modelled on the cloud make it the first choice of start-ups, incoming Enterprises and even large Enterprises on the verge of a revamp.

More than 10000 businesses across multiple verticals have taken advantage of our unassailable trinity of Data Centers, Networks and Security services and conduct their business seamlessly from more than 1600 cities in India. Internationally, Sify has presence across North America, the United Kingdom and Singapore.

Sify, https://www.sifytechnologies.com/, Sify Technologies and www.sifytechnologies.com are registered trademarks of Sify Technologies Limited.

Job Details

Job Description

Job Title: Data Center Engineer – Level 1

Department: IT Infrastructure / Data Center Operations

Location: [Specify – e.g., Onsite Bank Data Center / Regional DC]

Industry: BFSI (Banking, Financial Services Insurance)

Role Summary:

The Level 1 Data Center Engineer will be responsible for performing day-to-day data center operational activities, including preventive maintenance, physical installation,



cabling, and providing console access for network and server devices. The role involves first-level troubleshooting and coordination for incidents related to hardware, network interfaces, and device connectivity within the BFSI data center workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform preventive and scheduled maintenance activities for network, server, and storage devices as per the maintenance calendar.
- Handle rack mounting, de-racking, and patch cabling for routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and other DC equipment.
- Provide console access to remote teams for troubleshooting or configuration support.
- Monitor DC environment parameters such as power, temperature, and connectivity; escalate anomalies as per process.
- Work on incident and task tickets related to device down, link down, or interface issues through ITSM tools (ServiceNow / Remedy / etc.).
- Perform first-level checks and troubleshooting for devices and coordinate with Level 2/3 teams or OEMs for resolution.
- Maintain asset and inventory records of all equipment, patch panels, and cabling layouts.
- Support during change management activities, including patching, upgrades, and configuration updates.




- Ensure compliance with BFSI data center security and operational standards.
- Participate in regular audits and maintain proper documentation for all operational activities.

Required Skills Qualifications:

- Education: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Electronics, IT, or Computer Science.
- Certifications: Basic CCNA certification (preferred) or equivalent networking knowledge.
- Experience: 1–3 years of experience in Data Center or IT Infrastructure operations, preferably in BFSI or managed services environment.
- Technical Skills:
- Knowledge of network fundamentals (LAN/WAN, VLANs, IP addressing).
- Experience in physical infrastructure handling – rack mounting, cabling, labeling, and documentation.
- Familiarity with ITSM ticketing tools.
- Basic understanding of server, storage, and power systems in data centers.

- Soft Skills:

- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to follow process and adhere to SLA timelines.
- Willingness to work in rotational shifts and during planned maintenance windows.

Reporting To: Data Center Operations Manager / Service Operations Lead

Work Environment:

- Onsite presence at Bank Data Center(s).
- Coordination with Network, Server, and OEM vendor teams.
- Strict adherence to BFSI compliance and security protocols.

Skills

Netwok device monitoring

Routing And Switching

Routing and Switching

Firewall’s and Sd-wan

Industries

Banking

Financial Services

Insurance (BFSI)

Data Center & Telecom Operations

Data Networking / ISP / Telecom

Electronics & Telecommunications

📌 Network Engineer (India)
🏢 Sify
📍 India