Data Center Project Manager - CTJ - Top Secret

Microsoft • Manassas, VA

1d • $84,400 - $186,600

About The Position

Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) powers its cloud services. As a Datacenter Project Manager on the U.S. Government Airgap team, you will help deliver core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft’s dedicated online services supporting the U.S. Government. The role is part of a global datacenter operations organization supporting government customers and their federal missions.

You will coordinate end-to-end projects, work with customers and stakeholders, track delivery and quality, and identify risks and opportunities. You will also join a mobilization team supporting deployments and break/fix activities at datacenter locations experiencing high work volumes. Microsoft emphasizes safety, security, compliance, environmental sustainability, operational efficiency, and its One Microsoft culture and values.

Requirements

• High school qualification or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience supporting IT equipment or related technology, or delivering server and network deployment projects in large-scale environments; equivalent experience is also accepted.
• Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Must meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements and pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire or transfer and every two years thereafter.
• U.S. citizenship is required and will be verified due to citizenship-based legal restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• Technical college degree or certification in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong working knowledge of physical IT infrastructure, such as servers, SANs, and networking.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a dynamic, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to perform and execute the organization’s safety programs and policies, and knowledge of compliance assessments.
• Ability to support frequent standing, walking, lifting, and working at heights.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, non-business hours, or other schedules required by operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of safety, security, and compliance across datacenter activities.
• Establish and strengthen working relationships with customers.
• Create and manage end-to-end project plans and ensure on-time delivery.
• Plan, manage, and communicate project plans with stakeholders and teams.
• Conduct day-to-day project check-ins and updates to manage delivery and quality.
• Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities, and communicate them to stakeholders and other teams to drive resolution.
• Gather and provide feedback on lessons learned, aligned practices, and innovations in processes, procedures, and tools to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Support deployments and break/fix activities at datacenter locations experiencing high work volumes as part of a mobilization team.
• Learn, live, and coach the One Microsoft culture and values; lead through change by bringing clarity, generating energy, and delivering success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED