Vice President of Operations
The Vice President of Operations is responsible for overseeing the strategic and day-to-day operational performance of data center facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage operations across all data center locations, including facility management, engineering, and service delivery.
- Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with business growth and customer requirements.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., Uptime Institute, ISO, SOC, HIPAA).
- Oversee capacity planning, energy efficiency initiatives, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, security, finance, and sales to support business objectives.
- Implement and monitor KPIs to drive performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Lead risk management, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity efforts.
- Build and mentor high-performing teams and foster a culture of accountability and innovation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (MBA or advanced technical degree preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in data center operations or mission-critical infrastructure, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Strong understanding of data center technologies, power and cooling systems, and operational best practices.
- Proven track record in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational excellence.
- Exceptional communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
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