Data Center Infrastructure Manager (DCIM) - Remote

M.C. Dean, Inc.; McLean (VA); Remote; USD 124,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cyber-physical solutions is seeking a DCIM Manager to oversee infrastructure management for multiple data centers. This critical role demands expertise in data analysis, SQL, and DCIM tools while supporting business continuity with strategic oversight of assets and resources. Candidates must meet security clearance requirements and possess a strong background in data center operations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Paid maternity leave

Military Reserve pay offset

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in data center operations.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and DCIM tools.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the DCIM system for multiple data centers.
• Manage user accounts and access requests.
• Integrate and maintain master floor plans.

Skills

SQL

Data Analytics

DCIM Tools

Problem-Solving

Communication

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

PMP Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Report Builder

Job description

Overview

M.C. Deanis Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most recognizable mission critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. The company’s capabilities include electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audio visual, and IT systems. M.C. Dean is headquartered in Tyson's, Virginia, and employs more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability.

Why join M.C. Dean?Our people are inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.

Clearance Requirement:Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, to include U.S. Citizenship;Applicant selected must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

The DCIM Manager is responsible for overseeing the Data Center Infrastructure Management system to ensure the efficient operation, monitoring, and optimization of multiple, geographically separated data center and the installed assets, power, cooling, and space utilization. This role requires a strong understanding of DCIM tools, data analytics, capacity planning, and operational best practices to maximize uptime, improve efficiency, and support business continuity.

• SQL: Working knowledge of Structured Querry Language
• Modify existing SQL reports, create new SQL reports, support Administrators with reporting issues
• Perform asset data validation and normalization.
• Perform user account management
• Modify existing asset models, create new asset models
• Add, update, and remove floor plans within DCIM
• Add, update, and remove mission partner organizational information within DCIM as requested by the government.
• DCIM User Management
• Process System Authorization Access Requests for user accounts in DCIM
• Reviewing access requests for completeness
• Validating requested access level
• Creating or removing user accounts as required per the SAAR.
• Managing user access to the DCIM team and email list.

• Asset Data Management
  • Work with users to normalize input data
  • Resolve data conflicts via research and coordination with users
• Asset Model Management
  • Research and create asset models (materials).
  • Work with users to validate all information is accurate and consistent
• Floor Plan and Location Management
  • Integrate and maintain data center master floor plans for each covered data center.
  • Research into existing floor planning documentation
  • Coordination with facility floor managers regarding existing zoning
  • Review of DISA mechanical & electrical projects to determine planned/assumed zoning of infrastructure support equipment.
  • Coordination with site TIM Contractor personnel regarding equipment zoning & labeling
  • Coordination with AutoCAD team for existing AutoCAD-based floor plans (IT & infrastructure support equipment zoning, existing & future planned zones and equipment layout, locations of airflow devices & environmental monitoring equipment, et cetera)
  • Uploading DCIM floorplan images to DCIM to ensure the most accurate and up-to-date images are utilized.
  • Creating or removing locations, rooms, and spaces within DCIM as DISA operational space requirements evolve.
• Organization Management
  • Maintain Mission Partner organization information for all identified workloads at each covered data center. Involves:
  • Researching new workloads or applications to identify the associated Mission Partner.
  • Deconflicting Mission Partner information to ensure duplicate entries are merged.
  • Updating existing Mission Partner information as organizational changes occur
  • Coordinating with the DCIM community to ensure consistent use of Mission Partner associations to assets.
• Estimated Workload Information
  • The incumbent shall provide dedicated support on core business hour basis, in support of the client. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, to include U.S. Citizenship;Applicant selected must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

• Degree / PMP Certification highly desired, but not required

• Minimum 7+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in data center operations, infrastructure management, or related roles.

• Strong knowledge of SQL and Microsoft Report Builder.

• Strong knowledge of DCIM tools such as Schneider Electric EcoStruxure, Nlyte, Sunbird, Vertiv, or equivalent platforms.

• Strong knowledge with IT infrastructure, networking, and asset management in a data center environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices, including ITIL, ASHRAE, and Uptime Institute Tier classifications.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

• Understanding of government and DoD security policies related to user account management.

• Experience with floor planning and asset modeling in data center environments.

• Project management experience, with the ability to lead DCIM-related initiatives and process improvements.

• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements related to data center operations.

• Manage System Authorization Access Requests for user accounts

• Experience working with DISA or DoD-related IT environments.

• Knowledge of AutoCAD for floor plan management.

• DCIM certification or relevant industry certifications (e.g., CDCP, DCEP, PMP).

Preferred Qualifications:

• DCIM certification or relevant industry certifications (e.g., CDCP, DCEP, PMP).

• Experience working in large-scale enterprise data centers or colocation facilities.

• Knowledge of cloud and hybrid IT infrastructure management.

• Experience with automation and AI-driven DCIM capabilities.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• A competitive salary

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Paid time off

• Tuition reimbursement

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Military Reserve pay offset

• Paid maternity leave

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.

• Sitting for extended periods of time.

• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.

• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.

• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Pay Range

USD $124,880.00 - USD $174,292.00 /Yr.