Align MD
Data Center Physical Migration, Project Manager
Align MD, Plano, Texas, us, 75086
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Is technology your passion? Do you want to work with smart, forward-thinking individuals? Do you want to grow in career you love?
At Align, our professionals are the key to our success. We don't just hire talent, we invest in exceptional people who are forward-thinking, results-driven, and passionate about what they do. We're a group of tech-savvy professionals who are motivated by making an impact. Our culture is one of unbounded opportunity that celebrates the passions, skills and ideas of our team-work hard, play hard, be smart!
We believe great communities lead to great companies. That's why we offer a dynamic workplace where you feel inspired, engaged and innovative. We offer professionals opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and acquire valuable new skills whether on client sites or in one of our regional offices.
Position Overview
Align seeks an experience Data Center Migration Project Manager with proven expertise managing physical data center migration and consolidation projects. Most current and upcoming projects in Texas will focus on physical server migrations (Lift and Shift) but future projects may include infrastructure transformation including more application, workload, and cloud migrations. Qualified individuals must have recent enterprise-level physical data center relocation experience with exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills. Any experience working "current state" to "future state" infrastructure transformation projects including application, workload, cloud migrations would be beneficial. The current focus is being a hands on project manager for physical data center migrations. Qualified individuals will be working in fast-paced enterprise-level environments requiring exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills. This is a highly visible role that will have constant interaction with key clients. This role will manage complex projects to plan, schedule and execute projects for various-sized enterprise clients (infrastructure, storage, network, server and IT appliances, etc.). Most current projects are in the DFW area, but some travel may occasionally be required.
This role is based out of our Dallas, Texas office. Some travel may be required, which we estimate could be up to 25%.This is a full-time position offering full benefits, a competitive salary, paid training and performance-based bonuses.ResponsibilitiesManage the project teams including; Align, the client and the vendors throughout the data center relocation or physical server migration projectBe a hands-on owner of a project that is willing to be hands on to ensure moves go smoothlyAssist with troubleshooting as needed and be willing to "roll up your sleeves"Manage all migration plans and wave event planning (i.e., run books, execution plans)Oversee and participate in data center inventoryGather documentation, review dependencies, and build and develop a delivery plan for all the work streamsAdvise clients on potential risk, and manage client expectationsManage multiple Wave Leads on larger migrations or act as a Wave Lead on smaller migrationsManage the process with an deep understanding of risk mitigation and chain of custody for physical serversExecute change controls, quality, risk management and communications throughout the projectOverall project monitoring, budget and corrective action managementAuthor all project status reports and dashboards, meeting agendas and minutes, and executive reports and presentations as neededLearn about and help participate in technology infrastructure transformation projects , "current state to future state", with a focus on data center infrastructure transformationAssist with creation of Statements of Work and support the sales process as neededContinually improve the process and framework and update our migration solutionQualificationsMinimum of 5 years relevant experience with a focus on Physical Data Center Migration / Data Center Lift and Shift Project ManagementMust be a hands on leader that is willing to "roll up their sleeves" to ensure server moves go smoothlyMust have prior experience managing one or more complex, enterprise-level physical data center migration or consolidation projects (Server Lift and Shift Move)Solid project management skills with the ability to create and manage budgets, project schedules and dependencies (Microsoft Project)Able to apply an understanding of data center functions, technologies and interdependencies to create effective migrations plans, move schedules and minimize risksA holistic understanding of IT infrastructure inclusive of server, storage, network, database, systems, DR/business recovery and continuity practices, etc.Understanding of Asset Management, Data Center Inventory, Application Discovery and/or Dependency Mapping (experience with tools/process)Understand application and workload move dispositions (P2V, V2V, P2P, Lift and Shift) and the methodologies around eachFamiliar with application and workload dependencies, architecture and service level requirementsExcellent communication, organization and writing skills are requiredMS Project, PowerPoint, Visio and Office tools to manage plans, charts, reports and documentation, etc.Any IT transformation project experience (assessments, migrations, consolidations, virtualization projects, etc.) would be a plusA foundational understanding of public cloud models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and providers (AWS, Azure, Google) is a plusPMP certification is a plusMust be able to travel as neededBachelor's degree preferred
In summary, we seek a smart, energetic professional who is a self-starter and has a proven track record of finding and delivering IT programs of work, while managing teams in a fast-paced, challenging environment!
Tier 2
PM20
Align is a premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions.
Align specializes in designing and deploying technology infrastructure solutions from the desktop to the data center as well as providing managed IT services for clients.
Our professional services team, which includes Workplace Technology, Data Center Solutions and Migrations & Cloud provide strategic consulting, design, project management, engineering, implementation and support. Our best-in-class Managed Services team provides IT services and cybersecurity advisory for clients within the Alternative Investment industry. Align is a Microsoft Tier 1 Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) and Gold Partner.
Our client centric approach and passion for driving IT innovation has enabled us to provide tailored solutions and business transformations for over three decades. Leading firms have relied on Align to provide forward-thinking technology strategies that support their current and future business needs.
Our teams have flawless track records of delivering technical solutions and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients. We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications.
For more information, visit: www.align.com
Is technology your passion? Do you want to work with smart, forward-thinking individuals? Do you want to grow in career you love?
At Align, our professionals are the key to our success. We don't just hire talent, we invest in exceptional people who are forward-thinking, results-driven, and passionate about what they do. We're a group of tech-savvy professionals who are motivated by making an impact. Our culture is one of unbounded opportunity that celebrates the passions, skills and ideas of our team-work hard, play hard, be smart!
We believe great communities lead to great companies. That's why we offer a dynamic workplace where you feel inspired, engaged and innovative. We offer professionals opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and acquire valuable new skills whether on client sites or in one of our regional offices.
Position Overview
Align seeks an experience Data Center Migration Project Manager with proven expertise managing physical data center migration and consolidation projects. Most current and upcoming projects in Texas will focus on physical server migrations (Lift and Shift) but future projects may include infrastructure transformation including more application, workload, and cloud migrations. Qualified individuals must have recent enterprise-level physical data center relocation experience with exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills. Any experience working "current state" to "future state" infrastructure transformation projects including application, workload, cloud migrations would be beneficial. The current focus is being a hands on project manager for physical data center migrations. Qualified individuals will be working in fast-paced enterprise-level environments requiring exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills. This is a highly visible role that will have constant interaction with key clients. This role will manage complex projects to plan, schedule and execute projects for various-sized enterprise clients (infrastructure, storage, network, server and IT appliances, etc.). Most current projects are in the DFW area, but some travel may occasionally be required.
This role is based out of our Dallas, Texas office. Some travel may be required, which we estimate could be up to 25%.This is a full-time position offering full benefits, a competitive salary, paid training and performance-based bonuses.ResponsibilitiesManage the project teams including; Align, the client and the vendors throughout the data center relocation or physical server migration projectBe a hands-on owner of a project that is willing to be hands on to ensure moves go smoothlyAssist with troubleshooting as needed and be willing to "roll up your sleeves"Manage all migration plans and wave event planning (i.e., run books, execution plans)Oversee and participate in data center inventoryGather documentation, review dependencies, and build and develop a delivery plan for all the work streamsAdvise clients on potential risk, and manage client expectationsManage multiple Wave Leads on larger migrations or act as a Wave Lead on smaller migrationsManage the process with an deep understanding of risk mitigation and chain of custody for physical serversExecute change controls, quality, risk management and communications throughout the projectOverall project monitoring, budget and corrective action managementAuthor all project status reports and dashboards, meeting agendas and minutes, and executive reports and presentations as neededLearn about and help participate in technology infrastructure transformation projects , "current state to future state", with a focus on data center infrastructure transformationAssist with creation of Statements of Work and support the sales process as neededContinually improve the process and framework and update our migration solutionQualificationsMinimum of 5 years relevant experience with a focus on Physical Data Center Migration / Data Center Lift and Shift Project ManagementMust be a hands on leader that is willing to "roll up their sleeves" to ensure server moves go smoothlyMust have prior experience managing one or more complex, enterprise-level physical data center migration or consolidation projects (Server Lift and Shift Move)Solid project management skills with the ability to create and manage budgets, project schedules and dependencies (Microsoft Project)Able to apply an understanding of data center functions, technologies and interdependencies to create effective migrations plans, move schedules and minimize risksA holistic understanding of IT infrastructure inclusive of server, storage, network, database, systems, DR/business recovery and continuity practices, etc.Understanding of Asset Management, Data Center Inventory, Application Discovery and/or Dependency Mapping (experience with tools/process)Understand application and workload move dispositions (P2V, V2V, P2P, Lift and Shift) and the methodologies around eachFamiliar with application and workload dependencies, architecture and service level requirementsExcellent communication, organization and writing skills are requiredMS Project, PowerPoint, Visio and Office tools to manage plans, charts, reports and documentation, etc.Any IT transformation project experience (assessments, migrations, consolidations, virtualization projects, etc.) would be a plusA foundational understanding of public cloud models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and providers (AWS, Azure, Google) is a plusPMP certification is a plusMust be able to travel as neededBachelor's degree preferred
In summary, we seek a smart, energetic professional who is a self-starter and has a proven track record of finding and delivering IT programs of work, while managing teams in a fast-paced, challenging environment!
Tier 2
PM20
Align is a premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions.
Align specializes in designing and deploying technology infrastructure solutions from the desktop to the data center as well as providing managed IT services for clients.
Our professional services team, which includes Workplace Technology, Data Center Solutions and Migrations & Cloud provide strategic consulting, design, project management, engineering, implementation and support. Our best-in-class Managed Services team provides IT services and cybersecurity advisory for clients within the Alternative Investment industry. Align is a Microsoft Tier 1 Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) and Gold Partner.
Our client centric approach and passion for driving IT innovation has enabled us to provide tailored solutions and business transformations for over three decades. Leading firms have relied on Align to provide forward-thinking technology strategies that support their current and future business needs.
Our teams have flawless track records of delivering technical solutions and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients. We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications.
For more information, visit: www.align.com