24/7 Data Center Operations Manager

Oklahoma-State-University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University (OSU) in Stillwater seeks a Data Center Operations Manager to lead enterprise technology services and ensure reliable, secure 24/7 data center operations. You will oversee staff performance, incident response, and continuous improvement across shifts.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. This on-site position includes essential personnel designations and occasional after-hours responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (conferred by start date)
• Minimum 5 years of related work experience; post-secondary education may substitute for experience
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational oversight for enterprise technology services
• Ensure 24/7 data center operations reliability and security
• Oversee SOPs, incident response, and continuous improvement
• Manage staffing models, shift coordination, and performance of team across shifts

Skills

Leadership

Data center operations

Incident management

Staffing & scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ITIL Foundation

Data Center Certified Associate

Job description

Oklahoma State University (OSU) in Stillwater seeks a Data Center Operations Manager to lead enterprise technology services and ensure reliable, secure 24/7 data center operations. You will oversee staff performance, incident response, and continuous improvement across shifts.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. This on-site position includes essential personnel designations and occasional after-hours responsibilities.