Data Center Operations and Security Lead

Data Center Operations & Security Lead

BOYERS, PA. Full-time

Our client is seeking a talented Data Center Operations & Security Lead to oversee secure data center operations, critical infrastructure management, and communications security (COMSEC) activities for classified U.S. Government programs. This role ensures continuous availability of compute, storage, and network environments while maintaining compliance with DoD and U.S. Government security standards. The Site Lead acts as the primary point of contact for operations, vendor coordination, and site-level leadership within a high‑availability, mission-critical environment.

Active TS‑SCI with CI poly required.

U.S. citizen required due to the clearance requirement.

On‑site Boyers, PA.

$190K – $230K (range based on experience, education, certifications, and organization needs).

• Lead day‑to‑day data center operations across IT systems, facilities, and physical security, ensuring continuous uptime and compliance with all safety and security requirements.
• Manage Tier 2–3 troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and infrastructure optimization for servers, storage, and networking systems.
• Oversee physical data center activities including rack‑and‑stack, cabling, power distribution, and environmental monitoring.
• Supervise on‑site technicians and coordinate with cross‑functional teams (network, systems, cybersecurity, and facilities) to resolve incidents and optimize performance.
• Serve as COMSEC Custodian, overseeing government‑provisioned materials, record‑keeping, and compliance with NSA/DoD protocols.
• Act as Major Incident Manager, leading incident response, root cause analysis, and service restoration for system outages or critical events.
• Maintain accurate asset inventories, hardware lifecycle records, and configuration documentation using Service Now, BMC Remedy, or similar systems.
• Implement and enforce best practices and compliance standards (SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, DISA STIG) to ensure operational integrity and audit readiness.
• Support and lead audits, inspections, and customer/vendor visits, ensuring documentation accuracy and adherence to site and personnel security standards.

• Active Department of Defense (DoD) TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Electrical, Industrial, or Facilities Engineering (equivalent experience considered).
• 15+ years of experience in data center operations, including IT infrastructure, systems administration, and facility management.
• Hands‑on expertise with VMware vSphere / ESXi, Windows/Linux servers, Dell EMC or equivalent enterprise storage platforms, Cisco / Palo Alto networking and security technologies, and monitoring tools such as Solar Winds, Splunk, or equivalent.
• Strong background in incident, change, and configuration management.
• Experience supporting classified U.S. Government environments or cleared data centers.
• Direct experience at or supporting Iron Mountain Data Center operations.
• Must complete Government‑provided COMSEC training within six (6) months of hire.

• Data Center & IT Management: EPI CDCP, CDCS, or CDCFM.
• IT Service & Governance: ITIL v4, COBIT 5 Foundation.
• Cybersecurity & Networking:
  CompTIA Security+ or Network+.
• Familiarity with UPS, CRAC, PDUs, and BMS systems.
• Experience with major incident response and root cause analysis.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams in 24×7 operations environments.

• 100% Paid Medical, Dental & Vision with Care First (for you & your family).
• No Payroll Deductions or Deductibles.
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Coverage.
• Life Insurance – 150% of Salary (up to $200K).
• 4 Weeks PTO + 11 Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) with 6% Match – Fully Vested Immediately.
• Annual Anniversary Bonus (4%).
• Holiday & Birthday Bonuses.
• $5,000 Annual Education Reimbursement.
• $100 Monthly Cell/Internet Stipend.
• Amazon Prime Membership paid by the company.
• Flexible Floating Holidays.