Data Centre Operator ICT Technicians
SaveWhat Does a Data Centre Operator Do?
Data centre operators maintain computer operations within the data centre. They manage daily activities within the centre to solve problems, maintain the system availability, and evaluate the system's performance.
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Database Management Systems
The tools for creating, updating and managing databases, such as Oracle, MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Data Centre Operator
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialDatabase Management Systems knowledge
The tools for creating, updating and managing databases, such as Oracle, MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server.
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EssentialQuery Languages knowledge
The field of standardised computer languages for retrieval of information from a database and of documents containing the needed information.
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EssentialResource Description Framework Query Language knowledge
The query languages such as SPARQL which are used to retrieve and manipulate data stored in Resource Description Framework format (RDF).
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EssentialDevelop Contingency Plans For Emergencies skill
Compose procedures outlining specific actions to be taken in the event of an emergency, taking into account all the risks and dangers that could be involved, ensuring that the plans …
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EssentialManage Database skill
Apply database design schemes and models, define data dependencies, use query languages and database management systems (DBMS) to develop and manage databases.
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EssentialMigrate Existing Data skill
Apply migration and conversion methods for existing data, in order to transfer or convert data between formats, storage or computer systems.
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EssentialMonitor System Performance skill
Measure system reliability and performance before, during and after component integration and during system operation and maintenance. Select and use performance monitoring tools and techniques, such as special software.
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EssentialProvide Technical Documentation skill
Prepare documentation for existing and upcoming products or services, describing their functionality and composition in such a way that it is understandable for a wide audience without technical background and …
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EssentialAdminister ICT System skill
Handle components of ICT system by maintaining configuration, managing users, monitoring resource use, performing backups and installing hardware or software to comply with the set requirements.
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EssentialAnalyse ICT System skill
Study the activity and performance of information systems in order to model their usage and weaknesses, specify purpose, architecture and services and discover operations and procedures for accomplishing them most …
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EssentialBalance Database Resources skill
Stabilise the workload and resources of a database, by controlling the demand of transactions, allocating disk spaces and ensuring reliability of the servers in order to optimise cost and risk …
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EssentialKeep Up With The Latest Information Systems Solutions skill
Gather the latest information on existing information systems solutions which integrate software and hardware, as well as network components.
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EssentialMaintain Database Performance skill
Calculate values for database parameters. Implement new releases and execute regular maintenance tasks such as establishing backup strategies and eliminating index fragmentation. Evaluate hardware products and operating systems.
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EssentialMaintain Database Security skill
Master a wide variety of information security controls in order to pursue maximal database protection.
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EssentialMaintain ICT Server skill
Diagnose and eliminate hardware faults via repair or replacement. Take preventive measures, review performance, update software, review accessibility.
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Optional Skills (5 of 30 displayed)
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OptionalData Storage knowledge
The physical and technical concepts of how digital data storage is organised in specific schemes both locally, such as hard-drives and random-access memories (RAM) and remotely, via network, internet or …
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OptionalSPARQL knowledge
The computer language SPARQL is a query language for retrieval of information from a database and of documents containing the needed information. It is developed by the international standards organisation …
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OptionalMicrosoft Access knowledge
The computer program Access is a tool for creating, updating and managing databases, developed by the software company Microsoft.
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OptionalFilemaker (database Management Systems) knowledge
The computer program FileMaker is a tool for creating, updating and managing databases, developed by the software company FileMaker Inc.
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OptionalMysql knowledge
The computer program MySQL is a tool for creating, updating and managing databases, currently developed by the software company Oracle.
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OptionalN1QL knowledge
The computer language N1QL is a query language for retrieval of information from a database and of documents containing the needed information. It is developed by the software company Couchbase.
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OptionalPostgresql knowledge
The computer program PostgreSQL is a free and open-source software tool for creating, updating and managing databases, developed by the PostgreSQL Global Development Group.
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OptionalDatabase Development Tools knowledge
The methodologies and tools used for creating logical and physical structure of databases, such as logical data structures, diagrams, modelling methodologies and entity-relationships.
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OptionalXquery knowledge
The computer language XQuery is a query language for retrieval of information from a database and of documents containing the needed information. It is developed by the international standards organisation …
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OptionalDB2 knowledge
The computer program IBM DB2 is a tool for creating, updating and managing databases, developed by the software company IBM.
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OptionalIBM Informix knowledge
The computer program IBM Informix is a tool for creating, updating and managing databases, developed by the software company IBM.
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OptionalLDAP knowledge
The computer language LDAP is a query language for retrieval of information from a database and of documents containing the needed information.
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OptionalLINQ knowledge
The computer language LINQ is a query language for retrieval of information from a database and of documents containing the needed information. It is developed by the software company Microsoft.
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OptionalOpenedge Database knowledge
The computer program OpenEdge Database is a tool for creating, updating and managing databases, developed by the software company Progress Software Corporation.
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OptionalTeradata Database knowledge
The computer program Teradata Database is a tool for creating, updating and managing databases, developed by the software company Teradata Corporation.
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OptionalUnstructured Data knowledge
The information that is not arranged in a pre-defined manner or does not have a pre-defined data model and is difficult to understand and find patterns in without using techniques …
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OptionalWorld Wide Web Consortium Standards knowledge
The standards, technical specifications and guidelines developed by the international organisation World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) which allow the design and development of web applications.
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OptionalData Models knowledge
The techniques and existing systems used for structuring data elements and showing relationships between them, as well as methods for interpreting the data structures and relationships.
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OptionalInformation Confidentiality knowledge
The mechanisms and regulations which allow for selective access control and guarantee that only authorised parties (people, processes, systems and devices) have access to data, the way to comply with …
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OptionalBusiness ICT Systems knowledge
The software packages, hardware devices and new technologies used in supporting business processes such as enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management (CRM), mobile devices and network solutions.
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OptionalMDX knowledge
The computer language MDX is a query language for retrieval of information from a database and of documents containing the needed information. It is developed by the software company Microsoft.
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OptionalObjectstore knowledge
The computer program ObjectStore is a tool for creating, updating and managing databases, developed by the software company Object Design, Incorporated.
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OptionalSQL Server knowledge
The computer program SQL Server is a tool for creating, updating and managing databases, developed by the software company Microsoft.
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OptionalCA Datacom/db knowledge
The computer program CA Datacom/DB is a tool for creating, updating and managing databases, currently developed by the software company CA Technologies.
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OptionalControl Of Expenses skill
Monitoring and maintaining effective cost controls, in regards to efficiencies, waste, overtime and staffing. Assessing excesses and strives for efficiency and productivity.
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OptionalCreate Solutions To Problems skill
Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings …
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OptionalDevelop Automated Migration Methods skill
Create automated transfer of ICT information between storage types, formats and systems to save human resources from performing the task manually.
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OptionalIntegrate System Components skill
Select and use integration techniques and tools to plan and implement integration of hardware and software modules and components in a system. Apply specific testing techniques to ensure integrity during …
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OptionalUse Different Communication Channels skill
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.
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OptionalUse ICT Ticketing System skill
Utilise a specialised system to track registration, processing and resolution of issues in an organisation by assigning each of these issues a ticket, registering inputs from involved persons, tracking changes …
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