Data Center Manager

Data Center Manager

COLSA Corporation is currently looking for a hands-on Data Center Manager to lead the physical evolution of our server environments. This isn't just a "desk job"—you'll be the master of the floor, responsible for everything from the initial diagrams and rack-and-stack to the complex orchestration of power, cooling, and final documentation. You will bridge the gap between customer requirements and physical reality, ensuring our infrastructure is scalable, organized, high performing and stable.

As the Data Center Manager, you are the primary steward of our physical lab and production environments. Your mission is to ensure that every piece of hardware is perfectly placed, powered, cabled and protected. You will oversee the full lifecycle of data center equipment, managing high-density cabling projects, optimizing airflow and cooling, and maintaining meticulous documentation. You will decommission out-of-lifecycle hardware and coordinate with logistics and security personnel to ensure compliance with policy. You will act as a key liaison for customers, translating their technical needs into physical layouts while maintaining strict adherence to wiring and labeling standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead "rack and stack" operations, including the installation of servers, switches, storage arrays, and PDU units.
• Design and implement structured cabling solutions (Fiber/Copper) following industry best practices for airflow and maintenance.
• Monitor and optimize power distribution and cooling (HVAC/CRAC) to ensure hardware health and energy efficiency.
• Manage inventory levels for project-specific supplies (transceivers, patch cables, rails) to ensure zero downtime during deployments.
• Work directly with internal or external customers to gather requirements and design rack layouts that meet their specific density and connectivity needs.
• Maintain "Single Source of Truth" documentation, including rack diagrams, cable maps, and similar. Enforce strict labeling standards for all hardware and cables.
• Perform regular floor audits to ensure safety compliance and asset accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 1 - 8 years related experience
• Proven experience in field planning and design, including establishing pathways, space allocation, and executing the full lifecycle of copper and fiber installations (pulling, termination, and splicing).
• Expert proficiency in utilizing industry-standard testing equipment to validate copper/fiber performance and conduct advanced troubleshooting for physical layer connectivity issues.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex retrofits and hardware upgrades within live data center environments without disrupting existing services.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a data center environment (standing, kneeling, and working in cold/hot aisles).
• Ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility and maintain program access as required
• U.S. Citizenship required. Active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility. Must successfully pass a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph within 180 days of hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI and a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph with willingness to meet Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility requirements.
• Possess an active CompTIA Security+ CE, ISC2 SSCP, or equivalent baseline certification.
• Possess an active BICSI ICT Technician or equivalent certification.
• Advanced knowledge of integration and convergence concepts, applying them to the scope of work to ensure infrastructure supports multi-service networking and future scalability.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.