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Data Center Lead

Monterey, CA · On-site

$185K/yr

... senior data center authority, bridging server operations, storage management, identity management ... The Data Center Lead will oversee proper configuration of domain servers, SAN, and backup systems ...

Data Center Lead

Monterey, CA

$185K/yr

... senior data center authority, bridging server operations, storage management, identity management ... The Data Center Lead will oversee proper configuration of domain servers, SAN, and backup systems ...

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How much do senior data center operations lead jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior data center operations lead in the United States is $57.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.84 and $65.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Data Center Operations Lead vs Data Center Technician?

AspectSenior Data Center Operations LeadData Center Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in IT, engineering, or related field; certifications like CCNA, CompTIA Server+Often requires a high school diploma or associate degree; certifications like CompTIA A+ or Network+
Work EnvironmentLeads teams in data center operations, manages infrastructure, and oversees maintenancePerforms hands-on hardware installation, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by data center operators, cloud providers, and large IT firmsCommon in data centers, telecom companies, and IT service providers

The Senior Data Center Operations Lead focuses on managing teams and overseeing data center infrastructure, requiring leadership skills and advanced certifications. In contrast, Data Center Technicians handle technical tasks like hardware setup and troubleshooting, often with less managerial responsibility. Both roles are essential in data center operations but differ in scope and seniority.

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Senior Data Center Engineer

Amatriot Group, LLC

Stennis Space Center, MS • On-site

$110K - $160K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Senior Data Center Engineer | TSA – DHS Opportunity

Location: 100% On-Site Stennis, MS

Clearance: Minimum Public Trust Required

Job Type: Full-Time

Target Salary Range*: $110,000 - $160,000.

*This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary

Position Summary:

Senior Data Center Engineer / Onsite Lead with experience supporting enterprise data center operations, including servers, storage, networking, and power infrastructure in mission-critical 24x7x365 environments with strict SLAs

Required Skills:

  • Strong in advanced troubleshooting and fault isolation, including high-severity outages in degraded/isolated conditions.
  • Experience coordinating with incident management and cross-functional engineering teams.

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting disaster recovery (planning, testing, execution) and maintaining documentation/runbooks
  • Ability to provide onsite operational support
  • Bachelor’s degree (IT/CS/Engineering or related)
  • 10 -12 years of relevant experience supporting enterprise data center operations, including servers, storage, networking, and power infrastructure in mission-critical 24x7x365 environments