Data Center Manager Jobs in New York

Data Center Manager jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in financial services, media, healthcare IT, and cloud infrastructure across a range of levels from operations coordinator to senior director. The heaviest hiring is in and around New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where employers such as IBM, Verizon, and NYU Langone Health maintain large, established data center operations. The most in-demand specialties are power and cooling systems management, network infrastructure oversight, and hybrid cloud operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles75
Top employerMeta
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring19
Work type59% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Research Data Associate, Vaccine Center
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Research Data Associate, Vaccine Center
NYU Langone Health
New York, New York
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Research & Academia
$54k.96 - $54k.97/yr
Bachelor's degree in public health
10,000+

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Business - Project Manager I (Data Center)
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Business - Project Manager I (Data Center)
Henderson Engineers
New York, New York
Corporate Training
Learning & Development
Project Management
$84k - $139k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Data Center Appraisal Review Spec II (US)
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Data Center Appraisal Review Spec II (US)
TD
New York, New York
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Human Resources
Learning & Development
$91k - $146k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Field Service Technician HVAC - Data Center
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Field Service Technician HVAC - Data Center
Munters
Albany, New York
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$30 - $50/hr
CFC Universal Certification
1,001-5,000

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IT Operations Engineer, Data Center
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IT Operations Engineer, Data Center
Point72
New York, New York
Project & Program Management
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$150k - $225k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
1,001-5,000

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Data Center Manager Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New York
39 jobs
Buffalo
9 jobs
Barker
7 jobs
Troy
2 jobs
Albany
2 jobs
Elmsford
2 jobs
Rochester
2 jobs
Afton
1 job
Brooklyn
1 job

Data Center Manager Job Market in New York

A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Meta7 open roles
CBRE4 open roles
EY2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Retail
  • Electronics & Hardware

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data center manager jobs across New York.

  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related technical field
  • Five or more years of experience managing enterprise data center operations
  • Hands-on knowledge of power systems, cooling infrastructure, and physical security controls
  • Industry certifications such as CDCP, CDCS, CompTIA Server+, or equivalent credentials recognized in New York
  • Experience with DCIM software platforms and capacity planning tools
  • Strong vendor management and contract oversight skills for third-party service providers

Data Center Manager Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data center manager in New York?

Most data center managers in New York enter the field through a degree in information technology or a related discipline, followed by several years of hands-on work in systems administration, network operations, or facilities engineering. New York does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers consistently favor candidates holding recognized industry credentials such as the Certified Data Centre Professional designation. Large New York employers in finance, healthcare, and telecom typically promote from within their infrastructure and NOC teams.

How much do data center managers make in New York?

Data center managers in New York earn a median of about $127,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,430 for the lowest 10% to over $204,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire data center managers in New York?

Employers hiring data center managers in New York right now include Meta, CBRE, and EY, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's density of financial institutions, major hospital systems, and telecommunications carriers means demand stays consistent across multiple sectors year-round.

Which New York cities have the most data center manager jobs?

New York, Buffalo, and Barker account for the largest share of data center manager openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its concentration of financial services firms, media companies, and large academic medical centers, while Buffalo and Albany draw demand from regional government agencies, utilities, and expanding cloud infrastructure buildouts upstate.

Are there remote data center manager jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're rare. Data center management is fundamentally a hands-on role requiring physical oversight of servers, power systems, and facilities, so most positions require on-site presence. About 41% of data center manager openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve strategic planning, vendor oversight, or multi-site program management rather than day-to-day floor operations.

How can I get hired as a data center manager in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a data center technician or junior systems administrator role, which large New York employers in financial services and healthcare regularly hire without requiring management experience. Institutions such as major New York City hospital networks and regional telecom carriers run associate-level infrastructure programs that build toward management. Earning a foundational certification such as CompTIA Server+ or the Certified Data Centre Professional gives candidates a clear edge when competing for these entry-level positions.

Where can I find and apply to data center manager jobs in New York?

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