CareerPlan

Data Center Manager

AustinFull-time$100k–$160k2026-10-31 → 2026-11-09
On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Lead the design, optimization, and modernization of the VA's on-prem and hybrid data center infrastructure, ensuring availability, scalability, and resilience.

Role type

Senior IC Data Center Manager

Builds

On-premises and hybrid data center infrastructure, cloud integration, and operational roadmaps

Domain

Federal government IT / Data Center Engineering

Required skills

Data center engineering, hybrid infrastructure management, capacity planning, incident response, disaster recovery, facility optimization (power/cooling), technical architecture, compliance with federal standards

Preferred skills

CDCMP, DCDC, DCM, DCE, DCA certifications, experience with computational fluid dynamics, capacity modeling, executive reporting

Technologies

Cloud platforms, server infrastructure, storage infrastructure, network infrastructure, power and cooling systems

Responsibilities

Lead Data Center & Cloud Engineering initiatives including lifecycle modernization and design reviews; Develop and maintain engineering standards and architecture artifacts; Oversee power, cooling, and facility optimization activities; Manage day-to-day operations including incident response and maintenance; Produce assessment reports and executive visibility dashboards; Ensure compliance with VA requirements and security expectations

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC