Data Center Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead "rack and stack" operations, including the installation of servers, switches, storage arrays, and PDU units.
• Design and implement structured cabling solutions (Fiber/Copper) following industry best practices for airflow and maintenance.
• Maintain "Single Source of Truth" documentation, including rack diagrams, cable maps, and similar. Enforce strict labeling standards for all hardware and cables.
• Perform regular floor audits to ensure safety compliance and asset accuracy.
• Monitor and optimize power distribution and cooling (HVAC/CRAC) to ensure hardware health and energy efficiency.
• Manage inventory levels for project-specific supplies (transceivers, patch cables, rails) to ensure zero downtime during deployments.
• Work directly with internal or external customers to gather requirements and design rack layouts that meet their specific density and connectivity needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 1 - 8 years related experience
• Proven experience in field planning and design, including establishing pathways, space allocation, and executing the full lifecycle of copper and fiber installations (pulling, termination, and splicing).
• Expert proficiency in utilizing industry-standard testing equipment to validate copper/fiber performance and conduct advanced troubleshooting for physical layer connectivity issues.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex retrofits and hardware upgrades within live data center environments without disrupting existing services.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a data center environment (standing, kneeling, and working in cold/hot aisles).
• Ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility and maintain program access as required
• U.S. Citizenship required. Active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility. Must successfully pass a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph within 180 days of hire date.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI and a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph with willingness to meet Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility requirements.
• Possess an active CompTIA Security+ CE, ISC2 SSCP, or equivalent baseline certification.
• Possess an active BICSI ICT Technician or equivalent certification.
• Advanced knowledge of integration and convergence concepts, applying them to the scope of work to ensure infrastructure supports multi-service networking and future scalability.

Benefits

The benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.