Sr Datacenter Operations Manager

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Center Operations Manager to oversee enterprise data center operations, modernization efforts, and infrastructure lifecycle initiatives within highly secure environments. This individual will lead cross-functional teams of engineers, project managers, and construction professionals to execute complex data center projects, including facility expansions, hardware migrations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will serve as a senior technical leader responsible for driving operational efficiency, ensuring secure and resilient infrastructure, and providing executive-level reporting and strategic guidance on data center modernization efforts., Lead and direct cross-functional teams of 25+ engineers, project managers, and infrastructure personnel supporting enterprise data center environments. Manage enterprise data center expansions, consolidations, hardware refreshes, and lifecycle migrations involving 1,000+ servers while maintaining operational continuity and minimizing risk. Coordinate all phases of modernization projects, including site assessments, implementation planning, mobilization, deployment, and decommissioning activities. Serve as the primary technical liaison for senior leadership, providing executive briefings, project status updates, KPI reporting, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations. Oversee day-to-day data center operations, including capacity planning, performance optimization, system availability, and operational readiness. Lead network architecture and infrastructure engineering efforts to ensure secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise environments. Manage technical programs and projects through requirements development, scheduling, change management, risk management, documentation, and stakeholder coordination. Integrate facility management considerations such as power, cooling, cabling, and space utilization into data center planning and sustainment strategies. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, configuration baselines, continuity of operations plans (COOP), and operational documentation. Provide technical mentorship, training, and leadership to engineering, government, military, and contractor personnel. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements, industry best practices, security directives, and enterprise security standards. Act as the senior technical escalation point for mission-critical incidents, coordinating resolution efforts and stakeholder communications. Evaluate emerging technologies, cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions, and modernization initiatives to support long-term organizational objectives. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational performance, efficiency, reliability, and service delivery.

Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Significant experience managing enterprise data center operations and infrastructure modernization initiatives. Strong project and program management experience supporting large-scale migration, integration, and expansion efforts. Demonstrated understanding of data center electrical infrastructure, capacity planning, power distribution, and facility considerations. Experience leading large technical teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders in complex operational environments. Strong knowledge of enterprise IT infrastructure, server technologies, networking, and secure data center operations. Exceptional communication, leadership, organizational, and executive presentation skills. Ability to work independently and effectively in fast-paced, evolving environments. Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.

Required Certifications Security+ certification (minimum requirement) Preferred Certifications Project Management Professional (PMP) ITIL v4 Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) SecurityX or equivalent advanced cybersecurity certification

Preferred Experience Experience supporting classified and unclassified computing environments. Background in Department of Defense (DoD) or other large-scale enterprise IT environments. Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF), Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes, STIG compliance, and cybersecurity governance. Strong background in network architecture, infrastructure engineering, and enterprise operations. Proven success delivering mission-critical projects with minimal operational impact and high availability requirements.