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DATA CENTER OPERATIONS MANAGER

TEKsystems
$65.00 - $75.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Washington, Redmond
Aug 05, 2025
Description REMOTE ROLE PST HOURS, DATA CENTER/CLOUD OPERATIONS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. This is NOT a software PM role - candidates with solely data center data migration experience will NOT be considered. MS experience is highly preferred by the stakeholder so someone can ramp quickly, however they are open to candidates that have operations experience at other big tech data centers. Role-Overview: Team: Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is the team behind one of the World's largest Cloud Infrastructures, responsible for powering all Microsoft online Products and Services as well as powering Microsoft's "Cloud First" mission. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide, and we are looking for passionate, high energy program managers to help achieve that mission. The Centralized Operations Function with CO+I is critical to ensuring our operational success in support of our goals. Employee Value: If you want to have fundamental impact on how Microsoft's Cloud is deployed and operated globally, want to be involved with one of the most strategically important teams at Microsoft, and bring a unique blend of technical and business acumen, leadership, creativity, and out of the box thinking - this job may be for you! Requirements: You should have industry knowledge, the ability to influence others to achieve results, and have the executive presence to lead complex and time sensitive initiatives. This candidate needs to have experience managing the following workstreams at large data center companies; IT, break-fix, inventory asset management, IAM. The manager is open to candidates that have not worked on-the-ground in DCs, but need someone who understands these systems well enough to operate. This candidate needs to understand the fundamentals of DC operation. In this role, the successful candidate will partner closely with key stakeholder leaders to drive programs focused on transforming how we standardize and deliver datacenter capacity & operational support to International Sovereign/Government customers. These programs will support the leading edge of innovation and will include partnering with stakeholders to clarify requirements that shape ongoing strategy in delivering new capabilities to our Sovereign Cloud Customers. You balance analytical and technical skills with the ability to influence decision makers within the CO+I leadership and execution teams spread across the rest of Azure. Top Skills: 1. Data Center Project Management at BIG Tech (Microsoft PREFERRED, AMZ, Meta, Google) 2. Data Center Operations 5 YOE - Managed the following work streams: IT, break-fix, inventory asset management, IAM. 3. Cross-Functional Collaboration 5 YOE - worked with DC teams such as on-the-ground operations, IT, Software, Equipment Vendors, etc. Responsibilities Manage Sovereign Program Management capabilities across all CO+I functions in support of datacenter delivery from RFP response through operational handover. Help solidify Microsoft's Sovereign Datacenter programs advantage by applying systems thinking methodologies and industry standard project and program management best practices across the team. Manage cross-functional, geographically dispersed virtual project stakeholder teams (i.e. delivery, procurement, software development, and operations) creating relationships and connectivity across disparate teams, processes, and systems. Drive business results through a regimented focus on key performance indicators and business goals, promoting clarity and motivation to the project team to execute on time, under budget, and in compliance, while delivering high first pass quality with zero rework. Apply world-class technical knowledge to coordinate and help respond to Sovereign customer RFP requests as needed Leverage technical acumen in mechanical/electrical systems, structures, networking, and software development to facilitate and support system-level engineering problem solving and ideation Design and drive implementation of reporting tooling and processes by interfacing with business, engineering, finance, operations, and systems teams to provide actionable insights Deliver on ambiguous projects with multiple stakeholders, unclear requirements and incomplete data SUB INFOR REQUIRED FOR MICROSOFT SUBMISSIONS: First: Middle: Last: Email: Last 4 of Social Security Number OR DOB (DD/MM): Location (City, State): Former MS experience? - If yes, what was their former alias? (v- or otherwise): Rate: Skills Data center, Data center operations, Project management, Cloud, iam, program management, gdpr, compliance Top Skills Details Data center,Data center operations,Project management,Cloud,iam,program management Additional Skills & Qualifications Microsoft experience is highly preferred to understand the processes. However, experience at a big tech firm in the data center space is REQUIRED. A familiarity with EU regulations regarding data management (GDPR) is a nice to have. Experience Level Intermediate Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.