Hemanth kumar Sharab

Data Center Technician with 2+ years of experience supporting mission-critical, 24/7 data center operations. Skilled in server and network hardware break-fix, rack installations, structured copper/fiber cabling, Layer 1/2 diagnostics, DCIM asset tracking, and incident response. Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, Arista, x86 and GPU servers, hardware lifecycle management, and SLA-driven maintenance.

Data Center Technician - Data Bank Data Center - Overland Park, Kansas

(2024-07)

• Diagnosed and replaced failed server and networking components—including PSUs, fans, NICs, HBAs, and network cards—across Cisco, Arista, and x86 platforms to restore hardware availability.
• Supported end-to-end asset lifecycle processes, including equipment installation, fault isolation, hardware replacement, decommissioning, certified data destruction, and responsible disposal.
• Performed preventive maintenance and physical equipment inspections to identify hardware risks and support reliable production operations.
• Maintained spare parts and equipment records in DCIM and asset-tracking systems, supporting timely break-fix response, inventory accuracy, and planned upgrades.
• Coordinated with network and infrastructure teams on rack expansions, hardware refreshes, and planned component replacements while minimizing service disruption.
• Recorded incidents, component swaps, maintenance work, and configuration changes in ticketing systems for troubleshooting continuity and audit readiness.
• Isolated Layer 1 connectivity issues through copper/fiber testing, port verification, SFP/transceiver checks, and fiber continuity diagnostics.
• Installed and cabled servers, switches, and routers in live data center environments, supporting equipment readiness and infrastructure expansion.
• Assisted with GPU server deployments, including physical installation, cabling, connectivity checks, and initial hardware troubleshooting.
• Inspected liquid-cooling connections and equipment conditions, identifying and escalating potential cooling issues to appropriate teams.
• Participated in 24/7 emergency response rotations, troubleshooting urgent Cisco and Juniper switch hardware incidents and performing repairs in accordance with service-level targets.

Master of Science - Computer Science - University of Central Missouri (2024-01 - 2025-12)