Data Center Manager

Title: Data Center Manager

Client : NYC Agency

Location: Long Island City , NY- Onsite

Duration: 12 Months
Work Hours: 40hrs/week

Travel: Required to multiple sites within NYC and sometimes NJ

Summary of Position

• We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled and experienced Data Center Manager to lead the critical operations of our data center infrastructure.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of our data systems, which are vital to our public health mission.

Job Duties:

• Oversee all daily operations of the data center, including servers, networking equipment, storage systems, and power/cooling infrastructure.
• Ensure the physical and operational integrity of the data center. Implement robust security protocols, manage access controls, and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Develop and execute long-term strategies for data center capacity planning, upgrades, and modernization. This includes evaluating new technologies like cloud integration and virtualization.
• Create, implement, and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans to guarantee data availability and minimize downtime in the event of an emergency.
• Manage the data center budget, including capital and operational expenses. Liaise with vendors and contractors to ensure optimal performance and cost-effective solutions.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and perform regular audits to maintain high availability and efficiency.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of server hardware, operating systems, and network infrastructure including cabling, protocols, and security.
• Familiarity with data security, disaster recovery protocols, and regulatory compliance
• Understanding of power distribution, backup systems (UPS), and cooling infrastructure.
• Experience in planning, executing, and managing IT projects, including budgeting and resource allocation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Education and Experience

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in data center management, with a proven track record of managing complex IT infrastructure.