Today
Top Secret/SCI
Management (Manager/Director of Staff)
$150,000 and above
No Traveling
Management
Honolulu, HI (On-Site/Office)
TEKsystems is seeking a Senior Data Center Operations Manager. The position will provide strategic leadership and advanced technical oversight for mission-critical data center operations supporting a high-priority federal initiative. This role requires deep expertise in Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. Air Force environments, with a strong emphasis on secure, resilient, and efficient IT infrastructure management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Direct all aspects of data center operations, including capacity management, system availability, performance optimization, and compliance with DoD standards and RMF/ATO requirements.
• Lead network architecture and engineering efforts, ensuring resilient, interoperable, and secure design, deployment, and sustainment of PACAF data networks.
• Oversee technical program and project management, including requirements definition, scheduling, configuration/change management, risk management, and documentation.
• Provide technical training, mentorship and oversight to military, government civilian, and contractor staff to enhance operational readiness.
• Integrate facility management considerations (power, cooling, cabling, and space utilization) into IT planning, modernization and sustainment.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce documentation, SOPs, configuration baselines, and continuity of operations plans (COOP) to ensure mission assurance and rapid recovery.
• Advise PACAF A6 leadership on emerging technologies, cloud/hybrid strategies, cybersecurity risks, and modernization initiatives affecting enterprise data center operations.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity directives (STIGs, IAVMs, DoD Cybersecurity service provider guidelines) as part of daily operations.
• Serve as the senior technical point of escalation for mission-critical issues, coordinating with higher headquarters and joint partners as required.
Basic Required Qualifications and Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Minimum of 10 years of senior-level experience in DoD data center management.
• At start date, must possess one or more of the following certifications in ACTIVE status:
o Cisco Certified Internetwork Professional (CCNP)
o VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
o Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or equivalent
• Strong background in network architecture/engineering, enterprise IT infrastructure, and secure data center operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical projects within DoD or large-scale enterprise IT environments.
• Proven experience in technical training and mentorship.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide executive-level reporting and technical advisement to senior leadership.
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay focused, organized, and plan work independently or collaboratively in a rapidly changing environment.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail, accuracy, and consistent follow-through.
• Extensive leadership experience with the ability to command the respect of strong-willed technical personnel.
• Experience supporting customers with classified and unclassified environments.
Desired Qualifications and Skills:
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Minimum of 10 years of senior-level experience in Air Force data center management.
• Any of the following certifications:
o ITIL 4 Foundations or higher
o AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
o Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect – Professional
o Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification.
Company Benefits:
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Direct all aspects of data center operations, including capacity management, system availability, performance optimization, and compliance with DoD standards and RMF/ATO requirements.
• Lead network architecture and engineering efforts, ensuring resilient, interoperable, and secure design, deployment, and sustainment of PACAF data networks.
• Oversee technical program and project management, including requirements definition, scheduling, configuration/change management, risk management, and documentation.
• Provide technical training, mentorship and oversight to military, government civilian, and contractor staff to enhance operational readiness.
• Integrate facility management considerations (power, cooling, cabling, and space utilization) into IT planning, modernization and sustainment.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce documentation, SOPs, configuration baselines, and continuity of operations plans (COOP) to ensure mission assurance and rapid recovery.
• Advise PACAF A6 leadership on emerging technologies, cloud/hybrid strategies, cybersecurity risks, and modernization initiatives affecting enterprise data center operations.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity directives (STIGs, IAVMs, DoD Cybersecurity service provider guidelines) as part of daily operations.
• Serve as the senior technical point of escalation for mission-critical issues, coordinating with higher headquarters and joint partners as required.
Basic Required Qualifications and Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Minimum of 10 years of senior-level experience in DoD data center management.
• At start date, must possess one or more of the following certifications in ACTIVE status:
o Cisco Certified Internetwork Professional (CCNP)
o VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
o Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or equivalent
• Strong background in network architecture/engineering, enterprise IT infrastructure, and secure data center operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical projects within DoD or large-scale enterprise IT environments.
• Proven experience in technical training and mentorship.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide executive-level reporting and technical advisement to senior leadership.
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay focused, organized, and plan work independently or collaboratively in a rapidly changing environment.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail, accuracy, and consistent follow-through.
• Extensive leadership experience with the ability to command the respect of strong-willed technical personnel.
• Experience supporting customers with classified and unclassified environments.
Desired Qualifications and Skills:
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Minimum of 10 years of senior-level experience in Air Force data center management.
• Any of the following certifications:
o ITIL 4 Foundations or higher
o AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
o Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect – Professional
o Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification.
Company Benefits:
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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