Data Center Operations & COMSEC Manager - TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

Modern Government Solutions • Boyers, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Modern Government Solutions (MGS) is seeking a Data Center Operations & COMSEC Manager to support mission-critical infrastructure operations and communications security (COMSEC) within a secure, classified data center. This role is responsible for maintaining continuous system availability, overseeing day-to-day operations, and ensuring compliance with DoD and U.S. Government security standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in systems administration and data center management, with proven experience leading Tier 2–3 troubleshooting and asset management in high-security environments.

Requirements

• Must possess an active Department of Defense (DoD) TS/SCI with CI Polygraph security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical , Industrial, Computer Science, or Information Technology (relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
• 4 + years IT/data center experience with a mix of systems administration, troubleshooting, and Tier 2–3 maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with: VMware vSphere / ESXi , Windows and Linux systems, Dell EMC or comparable storage platforms, and Cisco network infrastructure.
• Monitoring and management tools such as SolarWinds, Splunk, and ServiceNow.
• Proven experience supporting classified U.S. Government programs.
• Strong proficiency in ticketing systems, diagnostics, and system documentation.
• Ability to assess and forecast resource utilization and capacity in data center environments.
• Must complete Government-provided COMSEC training within six (6) months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Direct, recent experience in Iron Mountain's Pennsylvania Data Center operations.
• Certifications such as : Data Center Operations: EPI CDCP, CDCS, or CDCFM IT Service Management & Governance: ITIL v4, COBIT 5 Foundation Cybersecurity & Networking: CompTIA Security+ or Network+
• Experience supporting mission-critical classified or federal data centers, especially within the DoD or Intelligence Community (IC).
• Familiarity with environmental and facilities systems (UPS, CRAC, PDUs, BMS).
• Experience preparing for or responding to SOC2, ISO 27001, or FedRAMP audits.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or participate in Major Incident Management and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day Tier 2–3 operations and maintenance support for data center infrastructure, including servers, storage, and networking systems.
• Perform physical data center activities such as racking, cabling, power distribution, and environmental monitoring to ensure uptime and safety compliance.
• Monitor and optimize system performance, troubleshoot outages and hardware/software anomalies, and coordinate timely resolution with cross-functional teams.
• Manage asset inventories, license compliance, and configuration documentation using tools such as ServiceNow or BMC Remedy.
• Support change, configuration, and incident management processes, including system testing, validation, and root-cause analysis.
• Maintain compliance readiness for SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, and DISA STIG standards, ensuring accurate documentation and audit trails.
• Serve as COMSEC Custodian, managing government-provisioned materials and ensuring adherence to NSA and DoD security protocols.
• Enforce U.S. Government and DoD security practices, including oversight of cleared personnel and classified site access.
• Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, and facilities teams to forecast capacity, plan infrastructure upgrades, and implement best practices for continuous system availability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level