Data Center Manager | Rochester Hiils, MI

The Data Center Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and maintenance of our data center facilities. This role requires an individual with a deep understanding of data center infrastructure, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage a team of technical professionals.

• Operational Management
  • Ensure the data center operates at peak efficiency, maintaining uptime and performance standards.
  • Oversee the implementation and maintenance of data center policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Monitor data center performance and infrastructure to identify and resolve issues promptly.
  • Coordinate and manage routine maintenance, upgrades, and repairs of data center equipment.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of data center technicians and engineers.
• Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the team and with other departments.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Capacity Planning and Management
  • Plan and manage data center capacity, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently.
  • Monitor and forecast resource usage to anticipate future needs and challenges.
  • Work with stakeholders to plan for data center expansion or consolidation as required.
• Security and Compliance
  • Implement and enforce security protocols to protect data center infrastructure and data.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and corporate policies.
  • Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Vendor and Stakeholder Management
  • Manage relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure quality and cost-effective services.
  • Negotiate contracts and service level agreements (SLAs) with vendors.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide data center solutions that meet their needs.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in data center management or a similar role.
• Proven experience in managing data center operations, infrastructure, and teams.
• Previous facility management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of large electrical and cooling system infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure components, including servers, storage, networking.
• Proficiency in data center management tools and software.
• Experience with virtualization technologies and cloud computing.
• Understanding of data center security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

• Organization:
  Corporate Services
• Department:
  Infras Operations
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code:
  Not Applicable

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.