Data Center Manager

If you are a highly motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for data center operations, we would love to hear from you

Position: Data Center Manager

Location: San Francisco, California, United States

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $107 Per hour

Lobox is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Center Manager to join our dynamic team. As the Data Center Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the operations and maintenance of our data center, ensuring its smooth and efficient functioning. We are looking for a strategic leader with strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a passion for managing complex systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement data center policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure optimal performance and security of all systems.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the data center, including server maintenance, network infrastructure, and data storage.
• Monitor and analyze data center performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of all hardware and software systems in the data center.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and implement upgrades and new installations in the data center.
• Ensure compliance with all data center regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans to minimize downtime and ensure data center resilience.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, negotiate contracts, and monitor service levels.
• Lead and mentor a team of data center technicians, providing training and development opportunities.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in data center operations to continuously improve our systems and processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data center operations, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong technical knowledge of data center hardware, software, and networking systems.
• Experience with virtualization technologies, such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing data center policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of data center regulatory requirements and industry standards, such as ISO 27001 and SSAE 16.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle unexpected situations in a calm and professional manner.

Join our team and take the next step in your career as a Data Center Manager.