Portfolio Manager - Data Center

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Portfolio Manager - Data Center to support Head Quarters Air Combat Command (ACC) Intelligence Directorate (A2). This position will be located in Hampton, VA and will be an onsite position.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled Portfolio Manager with a focus on Data Center Management to support a large‑scale Department of Defense (DoD) enterprise network. This role is responsible for overseeing data center requirements, infrastructure lifecycle management, and mid‑term (1-3 year) strategic planning. The selected candidate will receive direct tasking from the Program Management Office (PMO) and will play a critical role in ensuring data center capabilities remain secure, resilient, scalable, and aligned with enterprise‑level mission priorities.

Portfolio & Requirements Management

• Manage a comprehensive portfolio of data center infrastructure, services, and modernization initiatives across a DoD enterprise network.
• Develop, refine, and manage requirements for compute, storage, virtualization, environmental controls, facility upgrades, and continuity / disaster recovery capabilities.
• Engage with technical, operational, and cybersecurity stakeholders to ensure data center needs are properly captured and integrated into enterprise planning.

Lifecycle Management

• Oversee the full lifecycle of data center systems, including capacity planning, technology refresh, sustainment, and end‑of‑life transitions.
• Maintain visibility over hardware/software baselines, configuration items, and compliance with DoD standards and cybersecurity policies.
• Monitor performance, availability, and resilience metrics to ensure data center operations meet mission and service-level expectations.

Strategic Planning

• Develop a 1-3 year strategic outlook for data center growth, technology modernization, consolidation, and risk mitigation.
• Identify emerging technologies, infrastructure optimization opportunities, and improvements to operational efficiency or security posture.
• Present recommendations and strategic planning artifacts to the PMO, leadership, and governance bodies.

PMO Support

• Execute direct tasking from the PMO, providing timely and accurate reports, briefs, data calls, and decision support products.
• Support enterprise investment planning, budget analysis, and portfolio prioritization activities.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, cybersecurity, operations, logistics, acquisition teams, and external partners to ensure synchronized execution of data center initiatives.

Producing top quality products for the customer is vital. Primary duties of the Portfolio Manager include, but are not limited to:

• Lead project team and manage assignments for respective team members
• Collaborate with team members to determine the best practices for project execution
• Flexible work attitude and adjustment to customer IT restrictions pertaining to development and deployment of systems
• Strong problem solving and good communication skills
• Comfortable to brief senior military and civilian leaders with updates on project progress
• Ability to research and choose the best, technically feasible solution that meets customer requirements

Qualifications

High School with 6 - 9 years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI Eligibility
• 6-9 years of IT Project Management experience
  • Managing multiple, complex, technical projects
  • Planning and estimating work requirements
• Experience supporting DoD networks, programs, or enterprise IT environments (i.e. JWICS)
• Familiarity with DoD lifecycle processes, requirements management frameworks, and enterprise architecture principles.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across technical and non‑technical teams.
• Cross functional team leadership, Continuous Process Improvement and Strategic Planning & Execution experience

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Technical background in networking and systems
• PMP or Agile certification
• Experience with DoD NIPR, SIPR and JWICS Networks
• PMI-ACP preferred
• Experience with large‑scale modernization efforts or cloud transition planning.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity requirements, RMF processes, and DoD architecture frameworks.
• Experience working directly with PMOs or leading cross‑functional technical teams

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Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.