What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Data Center Operations position at NextGen / GTA Telecom?
Summary
In the role of Manager, Data Center Operations, you will oversee the daily operations of our data center, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Reporting to the Director of IT, you will leverage your expertise in business continuity planning, technical support, and computer networking to maintain system integrity and uptime. Your strong organizational and communication skills will be essential in managing teams and coordinating facilities management tasks. With a focus on AWS, VMWare, and server management, you will drive efficiency and innovation within our data center environment, contributing to the organization's overall success.
10 years related facility management experience in data center operations (or related electrical or mechanical engineering field) with minimum of 5 years’ experience managing or leading data center operations teams in a large scale mission critical environment. A bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering preferred.
- Solid and proven, commissioning, acceptance and operation of mission critical systems, including state-of-the-art electrical distribution systems, static and rotary UPS, emergency standby generation, fire alarm/suppression, and monitoring systems
- Extensive knowledge of structured cabling systems, networking and connectivity standards, and hardware installation requirements.
- Proficient experience in colocation operations, including the installation and deployment of cage, rack, and cable infrastructure, as well as, power circuit installation and power monitoring.
- Experience working with and deploying telecom and network providers, specifically in Meet Me Room and POP room environments
- Experience managing a change control environment
- Strong quantitative and qualitative reasoning skills, with demonstrated ability to determine event root causes, performance shortfalls and required corrective actions.
- Knowledge of industry data center standards, policies & methodologies
- Knowledge of performance management & critical awareness methods, and implementation standards
- Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented
- Experience managing own budget and analyzing expenses
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and familiarity with Microsoft Project, Visio or AutoCad
- Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM), and power metering system
Job Type: Contract
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How much experience do you have in Data Center Manager operations?
- Desired Salary
- Current visa status
Ability to Commute:
- Columbus, OH 43085 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
