# Manager, Data Center - Critical Infrastructure at SPECTRUM… > Manager, Data Center - Critical Infrastructure at SPECTRUM in Cornelius, North Carolina, United States. Category: Data & Analytics Jobs. View full job… Manager, Data Center - Critical Infrastructure # Manager, Data Center - Critical Infrastructure SPECTRUM ## Job Description This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. What drives the seamless operation of Spectrum's data centers every day? As a Manager, Data Center, you will ensure our critical infrastructure is performing at its best, guiding a skilled team through installation, maintenance, and facility support. Your expertise will help Spectrum deliver reliable service and support ongoing innovation, making a measurable impact across the organization. Shift Requirements for this role : Monday through Friday 3pm-Midnight EST How You'll Make an Impact - Direct daily operations to maintain the safety, reliability, and efficiency of Spectrum's network and facility systems - Guide and empower a team handling installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of data center equipment and infrastructure - Ensure cabling, equipment installation, power, cooling, and environmental systems meet corporate standards and engineering practices - Oversee preventive maintenance, inspections, operational checks, testing, and documentation to support compliance with company policies and regulations - Manage upgrades and support activities for critical infrastructure, including power, HVAC, generators, fire suppression, and monitoring systems - Collaborate with engineering, operations, construction, and vendors to support facility projects, equipment installations, and expansions - Set priorities, allocate resources, resolve operational issues, and communicate risks and activities to leadership Working Conditions - Shift Requirements : Monday through Friday 3pm-Midnight - Work in a 24x7, fast paced environment - Exposure to continuous moderate noise - Work and travel in inclement weather - Work performed near power facilities and electricity - Ability to work while standing 10-25% of the time - Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs. individually or with assistance What You'll Bring to Spectrum Required Qualifications Education - Bachelor's degree or equivalent field experience in science, technology, engineering, electronics, or related discipline - Trade/apprenticeship training or discipline-specific licenses/certifications considered for equivalent experience alignment Experience - 6+ years of data center technician, electronics, network implementation, critical infrastructure, or related hands-on technical experience - 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or project leadership experience Skills - Lead and develop employees in a 24x7 operational environment - Prioritize, organize, and manage multiple workstreams - Communicate effectively with employees, leadership, vendors, and cross-functional partners - Read and interpret blueprints, system layouts, technical drawings, and construction documents - Operate computers, software applications, handheld devices, and test equipment - Work independently and make sound operational decisions - Working knowledge of data center operations, structured cabling, optical transport, and network support - Working knowledge of critical infrastructure systems such as electrical, mechanical, HVAC, UPS, generators, fire suppression, and monitoring/control systems - Knowledge of basic mathematics, electronics, and safe work practices - Safely use ladders, hand tools, and related equipment - Work in tight spaces and around small components and cabling - Ability to work in high stress, fast paced environment Preferred Qualifications Education - Certifications related to optical transport, critical infrastructure, or data center operations Experience - 2+ years of management or leadership experience Skills - Knowledge of Spectrum products and services - Knowledge of NEC, IMC, and networking communications - Basic Linux and server administration skills - Understanding of optical transport technologies including DWDM and connectivity - Knowledge of data center critical infrastructure including UPS, generators, HVAC, fire suppression, monitoring/control systems, and power distribution - Experience in mission-critical facilities or data center environments - Project management or technical team lead experience - Operating knowledge of emergency alert systems - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a mission-critical environment - Ability to supervise, coach, and motivate others - Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment - Work from elevated locations when required Get to Know Us Grow Your Career Here Posted October 6, 2026 ## Related Jobs Construction Manager, Data Center Construction, Data Center Construction Amazon Data Services, Inc. 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