Critical Environment Program Manager

Job ID: 200043222Posted: 2026-07-17Location: United States, Arizona, PhoenixSalary: USD $84,400 - $168,800 per yearEmployment type: Full-TimeWork site: Fully on-siteRole type: Individual ContributorTravel: Less than 25%Profession: Data CenterDiscipline: Data Center Operations ManagementCompany: MicrosoftOverviewMicrosoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) organization is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I Critical Environment Program Manager, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. As a group, CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development of all employees and offers trainings and opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings and events, and professional certifications. Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 data centers in 32 countries and millions of servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter specialists working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide. With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our data center design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees, we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.ResponsibilitiesBuild collaborative working relationships with customers to support effective communication and service delivery.Oversee daily operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment within the data center. Manage, plan, organize, and control both preventative and corrective maintenance for electrical and/or mechanical systems. Utilize CMMS to monitor equipment performance, prevent failures, and ensure timely execution of work orders. Assign tasks to technicians, track progress, and inspect completed work to meet quality standards. Ensure electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems operate at peak efficiency. Maintain compliance with infrastructure operations standards and procedures. Serve as the escalation point for facilities-related issues within the data center. Collaborate with the Data Operations Manager as needed, assist technicians during emergencies, support training efforts, and provide input on design parameters. Lead small-to-medium projects from conception through completion. Ensure routine reporting on critical infrastructure, including operational and maintenance KPIs, objectives, policies, procedures, and standards. Drive initiatives focused on cost and energy efficiency. Identify and address single points of failure across regional data center locations. Coordinate, plan, schedule, and supervise CE audits and compliance verifications. Lead efforts to identify and remediate vulnerabilities. Recommend improvements to data center equipment design, technologies, and construction methods. Share effective practices, support peer learning, and mentor others across teams.Promote a culture of safety, security, and compliance in all aspects of data center operations. Understand and manage the impact of change on individuals and teams. Embrace, model, and coach the One Microsoft culture and values. Lead through change by bringing clarity, generating energy, and delivering success. Remove barriers to agility, enabling the team to shift priorities quickly without compromising productivity. Embody our culture and values. QualificationsRequired Qualifications:High School Qualification or equivalent AND 2+ years’ experience supporting IT equipment or related technology or delivering server and network deployment projects in large-scale environments OR equivalent experience. Background Check Requirements: Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's or Technical College Degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field AND 8+ years experience in critical environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU), or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling) OR High School Qualification or equivalent AND 10+ years experience in critical environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU), or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling) OR equivalent experience.Applicable certifications: APICS/Inventory Control, CompTIA, Microsoft, Network Certifications, CCNA Certifications, ITIL v3 Foundation, Microsoft Operations Framework (MOF) Certifications.2+ years’ experience in Critical Environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU) or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling). Data Center Operations Management IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $84,400 - $168,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $118,800 - $186,600 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:Data Center Operations Management IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $102,600 - $202,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $137,500 - $225,800 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.