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Data Center Operations Manager
Contact Government Services, LLC
Contact Government Services, LLCcontactgovernmentservices,llc.com
Data Center Operations Manager
Posted 5 months ago
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About the job
CGS specializes in government solutions, employing innovative tech and skilled staff. The Data Center Operations Manager oversees daily data center activities, security, maintenance, and compliance, supporting government clients and fostering professional growth.
Requirements
- Strong technical skills in data center infrastructure
- Leadership and organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication skills
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years experience in data center ops
- Bachelor’s in IT or related field
- Advanced certifications preferred
- Familiar with industry standards
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
Full job description
Work Location: Columbia, SC
Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level
Department: Project Management
CGS is looking for a Data Center Operations Manager to perform data center operations servicing the needs of a government client based out of Columbia, SC. The successful candidate will oversee the daily operations and maintenance of the data center facilities, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of server equipment.
CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
Skills and attributes for success:
- Ensure 24/7 operation and security of data centers
- Oversee installation, maintenance, and upgrades of data center infrastructure
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions
- Develop, implement, and enforce data center policies and procedures
- Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and internal departments to support business objectives
- Develop and maintain disaster recovery and backup plans
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards
- Conduct regular audits and assessments of data center operations
Qualifications:
- Strong technical skills to include:
oData center infrastructure and network technologies
oHVAC, UPS, and power distribution systems
oNetwork and server hardware
oData center management tools and software
oCapacity / performance planning and lifecycle management
oMaintain architecture diagrams, rack elevations, and network maps
- Leadership and organizational skills to include:
oAbility to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
oStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities
oEffective communication and interpersonal skills
oStrong project management skills
- Familiarity with industry and compliance standards and federal security requirements (e.g., FISMA/NIST, DOJ/USAO policies)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-stress environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Minimum 5 years of experience in data center operations; AND
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field; OR
- Advanced certifications (e.g., Data Center Certified Associate, Certified Data Center Professional) preferred
Our Commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
For the past nine years, we’ve been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
- Health, Dental, and Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401k
- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays
Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Join our team and become part of government innovation!
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Email: info@cgsfederal.com
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