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Datacenter Manager

Job Description

Hi Jobseekers,

We have an exciting opportunity Data Center Manager on Contract (Visa Independent )

Title: Datacenter Modernization and Cloud Migration Program Manager

Location: Irvine, CA (100% Onsite)

Long Term Contract

Job Summary: We are seeking a strategic Program Manager to lead large-scale datacenter modernization and cloud migration programs for a major Manufacturing & OEM client. This is a multi-year, complex program involving multiple application and infrastructure workstreams, external vendors, and senior client stakeholders. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience driving enterprise application migrations, managing hybrid/cloud environments, and leading datacenter modernization initiatives end-to-end.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, IT, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 7–10+ years of Program Management experience (must be strategic program management, not only project management).
  • Proven track record leading large-scale datacenter modernization and enterprise application migration programs.
  • Experience managing multiple workstreams, multi-vendor teams, and external SI partners.
  • Strong executive communication skills and ability to present program status and dashboards to senior stakeholders.
  • Expertise in risk, change, and dependency management for complex programs.
  • Experience in hybrid/cloud environments and familiarity with datacenter components (servers, storage, networking, power, cooling).
  • Knowledge of Manufacturing/OEM environments is highly .
  • Proficiency with program management tools: MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, ServiceNow, Confluence, etc.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management, problem-solving, and program execution skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end datacenter modernization and enterprise application migration programs.
  • Manage multiple workstreams and teams simultaneously, ensuring accountability and timely delivery.
  • Develop program governance, including dashboards, executive reports, and regular updates.
  • Manage external vendors and system integrators, ensuring quality, timeliness, and adherence to program objectives.
  • Identify, mitigate, and escalate risks and dependencies, including scope changes, workstream delays, and technical challenges.
  • Oversee migration planning, cutovers, rollback strategies, and validation across production, test, and staging environments.
  • Coordinate with datacenter, storage, cloud, and infrastructure teams to ensure smooth modernization.
  • Maintain compliance with relevant regulatory or internal standards and proper program documentation.