Critical Environment Operator IV
Cyrusone.wd1.cyrusone
Apply to this jobWe are seeking an experienced Senior Critical Environment Technician IV to provide strategic oversight and operational coordination for our data center facilities. In this role, you will partner closely with our Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) team to drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and support continuous improvement across all critical infrastructure systems.
This position is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep experience in critical infrastructure, BMS, EPMS, and data center operations combined with strong vendor management and communication skills.
What You’ll Do
IFM Team Oversight & Coordination
- Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and the IFM vendor team
- Ensure compliance with contractual SLAs and performance metrics
- Conduct regular performance reviews and hold IFM team accountable
- Coordinate daily operations and maintain proper escalation processes
- Review and approve staffing plans, shift schedules, and resource allocation
- Facilitate clear communication between IFM and internal stakeholders
Incident Management & Follow-up
- Oversee and support IFM team during critical incidents
- Track incidents from start to closure, ensuring timely followup
- Verify thorough root cause analyses (RCAs) for major events
- Review RCA accuracy, completeness, and corrective actions
- Monitor implementation of corrective and preventive measures
- Ensure all documentation aligns with compliance requirements
- Escalate unresolved or recurring issues when needed
Assessment & Compliance Management
- Review findings from audits, inspections, and assessments
- Ensure IFM develops action plans for all deficiencies
- Track remediation activity and verify timely closure
What We’re Looking For
- 6+ years of experience in data center or critical environment operations
- Strong background in critical infrastructure systems (electrical, mechanical, controls)
- Handson experience with BMS (Building Management Systems)
- Handson experience with EPMS (Electrical Power Monitoring Systems)
- Experience managing or coordinating vendor or IFM managed operations
- Strong understanding of incident response and RCA processes
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to directly influence data center reliability and performance
- Highimpact role with crossfunctional visibility
- Collaborative environment focused on operational excellence
CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
CyrusOne provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws. We will respond to requests for reasonable accommodations to assist you in applying for positions at CyrusOne, or to submit a resume.
Summary
Manage critical infrastructure systems, oversee vendor relations, incident response, and compliance in data centers.
Job title
Critical Environment Operator IV
Experience level
6+ years
Industry
data center
Location requirements
Durham, NC, on-site, no remote work allowed
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Durham, NC, USA