Director of Data Center – Site Operations

STN Incorporated

. Lead physical infrastructure delivery and ongoing operational readiness across global data center environments .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading global data center infrastructure deployments, managing operational readiness, and ensuring compliance with safety and change management standards. Proficient in coordinating cross-functional teams and vendor performance to optimize deployment processes and enhance service availability.

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Data Center OperationsInfrastructure DeploymentProject/Program ManagementChange ManagementVendor Management

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Hard Skills

Infrastructure DeliveryRack-and-Stack ExecutionCompute/Server DeploymentsNetwork InfrastructureCabling SystemsPower/Cooling DependenciesHardware Lifecycle ManagementOperational Risk ManagementCapacity ManagementOperational Analytics

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

DCIM ToolsTicketing SystemsDeployment Tracking Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPPRINCE2ITIL

Industry Keywords

Hyperscale Data CenterEnterprise Data CenterOperational StandardsSafety RequirementsDeployment Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead physical infrastructure delivery and ongoing operational readiness across global data center environments
Plan and execute Day 1 infrastructure deployments, including hardware delivery, physical layout, rack-and-stack, and initial cabling
Lead Day 2 activities including expansions, refreshes, migrations, retrofits, and operational upgrades
Coordinate compute, storage, networking, cabling, and infrastructure changes
Manage deployment schedules, implementation timelines, resources, roadmaps, milestones, KPIs, budgets, risks, escalations, dependencies, and vendor performance
Drive operational readiness and turnover from construction/build teams into live operations
Oversee change implementation while minimizing operational risk and service disruption
Establish and improve deployment processes, SOPs, and operational playbooks
Drive continuous improvement focused on efficiency, quality, and deployment velocity
Ensure compliance with operational standards, safety requirements, and change management policies
Support deployment-related incident response coordination
Oversee site-level operations, including superintendent/general manager leadership, site operations managers, site administration, EHS/safety programs, and inventory coordination
Coordinate deployment activities with ongoing site operations to maintain continuity, safety, and service availability
Align facilities, security, logistics, and operational stakeholders across global sites
Manage third-party deployment vendors, integrators, and logistics providers
Coordinate with global site operations, engineering, network, facilities, and supply chain teams
Facilitate deployment readiness reviews and stakeholder communications
Ensure vendor SLAs and deployment quality standards are met
Support infrastructure lifecycle management, including refreshes, decommissions, and hardware replacement programs
Coordinate deployment sequencing and operational validation for lifecycle activities
Assist with forecasting deployment capacity needs and regional operational requirements
Ensure inventory accuracy and deployment asset tracking
Provide executive-level reporting on deployment progress, capacity readiness, and operational impacts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of experience in data center operations, infrastructure deployment, technical program management, or related field
Experience managing large-scale global infrastructure deployment programs
Hands-on experience with Day 1 site build-out and rack-and-stack execution, including turnover from construction into live operations
Strong understanding of compute/server deployments, network infrastructure, cabling systems, power/cooling dependencies, and hardware lifecycle management
Experience with change management and operational governance processes
Proven ability to manage cross-functional global teams and vendors
Strong project/program management skills with experience managing multiple priorities simultaneously
Experience in hyperscale or enterprise data center environments (preferred)
PMP, PRINCE2, ITIL, or related certifications (preferred)
Familiarity with DCIM tools, ticketing systems, and deployment tracking platforms (preferred)
Experience with automation and deployment optimization initiatives (preferred)
Knowledge of capacity management and operational analytics (preferred)
Strong understanding of service availability and operational risk management (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Coverage – Medical, Dental & Vision
FSA Health and Dependent Care available
401(k) Plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
Observed Holidays Paid
Cell Phone Allowance
Collaborative, growth-driven culture