Data Center Migration Specialist

Data Center Migration Specialist at Ascension

Your future role at a glance

Department: Core Tech Data Center

Schedule: 8 hour shift, Monday-Friday

Location: Remote

Salary: $91,107 - $126,998 per year

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in data center migrations, including planning, execution, and post-migration support.
• Deep understanding of data center technologies, including servers, storage, networking, virtualization, and cloud computing.
• Experience with various migration methodologies and tools.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to develop and manage migration plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) is a plus.
• Certifications in relevant areas (e.g., PMP, ITIL, cloud certifications) are a plus.
• Experience in Hyper V to VMware conversions

Preferred Skills

• Experience with specific cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of automation tools and techniques.
• Familiarity with ITIL framework.
• Experience with disaster recovery planning and implementation.

Working Conditions

• This role may require working outside of normal business hours, including nights and weekends, to minimize disruption during migrations.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Education

What minimum requirements you’ll need

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Key skills/competency

• Data Center Migration
• Project Management
• Virtualization (Hyper-V, VMware)
• Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Scripting (Python, PowerShell)
• Disaster Recovery
• ITIL Framework
• Troubleshooting
• Automation
• Servers, Storage, Networking