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Data Center Project Manager - IT/Network
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Data Center Project Manager - IT/Network
As a Microsoft Data Center Project Manager - IT/Network (DCPM), you will perform troubleshooting for service incidents, manage assigned projects to meet service delivery objectives and escalated to appropriate stakeholders to remove obstacles. You will also follow safety policies and procedures and participate in root cause analysis (RCA) of incidents.
Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I Data Center Project Manager - IT/Network, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate conscientiousness on cost adherence to budget requirements; keep costs reasonable and contribute to staying within budget.
Follow and adhere to safety and security policies and procedures. Report immediately any safety or security issues or concerns.
Perform troubleshooting for service incidents and escalates, as appropriate, to meet SLA/OLAs, with minimal disruption to the client/customer and business.
Recognize potential customer impact of other events and issues (e.g., customer lockdown), communicate potential impact, and plan for impact accordingly.
Proactively review schedules and avoid conflicts when possible. Identify, coordinate, manage expectations, and offer alternatives when defining customer solutions.
Manage relationships with clients and suppliers to ensure that all expectations are clarified, understood, documented, and met.
Suggest ways for reducing the risk of performing maintenance; work with others to accommodate scheduling needs.
In alignment with management priorities, hold self-accountable for the end-to-end service quality, completeness, and resulting customer experience (including but not limited to availability, safety, security, customer service). Support escalation of issues to appropriate owner.
Embody our culture and values.
Required Qualifications
High School Qualification or equivalent AND 2+ years experience supporting IT equipment or related technology or delivering server and network deployment projects in large-scale environments.
1+ years experience managing IT or network infrastructure projects from planning through execution, including stakeholder escalation and risk mitigation.
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years experience in Critical Environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU) or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling).
Technical College degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Applicable certifications: ASICS/Inventory Control, CompTIA, Microsoft, Network Certifications, PMP, ITIL, CDCP.
Availability to work a Twilight/Flexible shift (10am-6pm or 12pm-8pm).
Security Screening Requirements
Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
Citizenship Verification: This position requires a valid U.S. passport to verify citizenship due to federal security restrictions.
Criminal Justice Information Services: Requires passing a background check conducted through the CJIS system.
Compensation & Benefits Base pay range: USD $81,400 - $161,800 per year. San Francisco Bay Area and New York City metropolitan area ranges: USD $109,800 - $183,100 per year. Benefits and other compensation may vary depending on role and location.
EEO Statement Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Applicants with criminal histories are considered consistent with legal requirements.
Application Deadline Microsoft will accept applications for the role until Oct 30, 2025.
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Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I Data Center Project Manager - IT/Network, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate conscientiousness on cost adherence to budget requirements; keep costs reasonable and contribute to staying within budget.
Follow and adhere to safety and security policies and procedures. Report immediately any safety or security issues or concerns.
Perform troubleshooting for service incidents and escalates, as appropriate, to meet SLA/OLAs, with minimal disruption to the client/customer and business.
Recognize potential customer impact of other events and issues (e.g., customer lockdown), communicate potential impact, and plan for impact accordingly.
Proactively review schedules and avoid conflicts when possible. Identify, coordinate, manage expectations, and offer alternatives when defining customer solutions.
Manage relationships with clients and suppliers to ensure that all expectations are clarified, understood, documented, and met.
Suggest ways for reducing the risk of performing maintenance; work with others to accommodate scheduling needs.
In alignment with management priorities, hold self-accountable for the end-to-end service quality, completeness, and resulting customer experience (including but not limited to availability, safety, security, customer service). Support escalation of issues to appropriate owner.
Embody our culture and values.
Required Qualifications
High School Qualification or equivalent AND 2+ years experience supporting IT equipment or related technology or delivering server and network deployment projects in large-scale environments.
1+ years experience managing IT or network infrastructure projects from planning through execution, including stakeholder escalation and risk mitigation.
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years experience in Critical Environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU) or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling).
Technical College degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Applicable certifications: ASICS/Inventory Control, CompTIA, Microsoft, Network Certifications, PMP, ITIL, CDCP.
Availability to work a Twilight/Flexible shift (10am-6pm or 12pm-8pm).
Security Screening Requirements
Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
Citizenship Verification: This position requires a valid U.S. passport to verify citizenship due to federal security restrictions.
Criminal Justice Information Services: Requires passing a background check conducted through the CJIS system.
Compensation & Benefits Base pay range: USD $81,400 - $161,800 per year. San Francisco Bay Area and New York City metropolitan area ranges: USD $109,800 - $183,100 per year. Benefits and other compensation may vary depending on role and location.
EEO Statement Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Applicants with criminal histories are considered consistent with legal requirements.
Application Deadline Microsoft will accept applications for the role until Oct 30, 2025.
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