IT Manager for Real-Time Ocean Data Center

Lynker; Mississippi; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Paid time off (PTO)

ESOP

401(k)

Job summary

Lynker is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead the NDBC IT program at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, supporting NOAA’s National Data Buoy Center. You will oversee Windows/Linux server infrastructure, networks, databases, software development, helpdesk, and cybersecurity for 24/7/365 operations.

This role requires strong leadership, federal contract experience, and expertise in cloud environments (AWS/Azure) and security compliance to maintain Authority to Operate and ensure continuous

Qualifications

• Experience managing IT operations on federal contracts (NOAA/DoD preferred).
• Experience with 24/7/365 operations and IT security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a multi-disciplinary IT team overseeing Windows/Linux server infrastructure, networks, database systems, custom software development, helpdesk operations, and cybersecurity.
• Maintain an interface with Government NDBC IT leadership to align tasking, priorities, and workload estimates.
• Coordinate with Lynker management for cross-departmental projects.
• Establish resource schedules, assign tasks, evaluate performance, and ensure contract alignment.
• Drive strategic discussions to meet contract requirements and improve IT services.
• Ensure 24/7/365 data flow and rapid resolution of technical issues across operational groups.
• Serve as the main POC for IT operations, incidents, and strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Cloud technologies

Stakeholder communication

Security compliance

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

Windows/Linux servers

SQL databases

Cybersecurity tools

Job description

Lynker is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead the NDBC IT program at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, supporting NOAA’s National Data Buoy Center. You will oversee Windows/Linux server infrastructure, networks, databases, software development, helpdesk, and cybersecurity for 24/7/365 operations.

This role requires strong leadership, federal contract experience, and expertise in cloud environments (AWS/Azure) and security compliance to maintain Authority to Operate and ensure continuous