Data Center Director jobs in District of Columbia

Data Center Director directs and optimizes all operations of a data center facility to ensure data performance, availability, and security. Designs operating procedures and policies for installing, configuring, and maintaining servers, networks, and storage systems within a data center to maximize operational efficiency. Being a Data Center Director monitors environmental conditions to ensure optimal temperature, humidity, and power supply to prevent downtime and protect hardware from damage. Ensures timely, accurate, and consistent technical infrastructure service and presentation to internal and external clients. Additionally, Data Center Director coordinates with outside teams to identify and implement new systems to support existing and future business needs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Data Center Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Data Center Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Data Center Infrastructure Leader
  • NTT DATA, Inc.
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Req ID:252378

    NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

    We are currently seeking a Data Center Infrastructure Leader to join our team in DC, District of Columbia (US-DC), United States (US).

    Responsibilities:

    • Lead and manage data center infrastructure operations for a large federal client, ensuring the efficient and resilient operation of geographically distributed data centers.
    • Collaborate closely with federal client stakeholders to understand their specific data center requirements, business objectives, and security compliance needs.
    • Develop and implement comprehensive data center infrastructure strategies that align with the client's goals and adhere to federal guidelines and regulations.
    • Oversee and manage data center operations, including power distribution, cooling, equipment deployment, and maintenance.
    • Lead the implementation of data center infrastructure management (DCIM) solutions to enhance operational efficiency, visibility, and capacity planning.
    • Develop and enforce site and system resiliency practices to ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness for all data center locations.
    • Provide leadership to a team responsible for data center technicians, engineers, and support staff, ensuring effective communication, training, and performance management.
    • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of data center operations, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions as needed.
    • Collaborate with internal teams to develop and maintain disaster recovery plans, business continuity strategies, and risk assessment frameworks.
    • Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and federal regulations to continuously enhance data center infrastructure strategies.
    • Provide regular updates and reporting to federal clients on the status of data center operations, resiliency measures, and improvement initiatives.
    • Manage budgets and resource allocation for data center infrastructure operations, including staffing, equipment, and tools.
    • Provide expert guidance to the federal client on data center infrastructure management, ITIL principles, and strategies for optimizing data center operations.

    Basic Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
    • Minimum of 10 years of experience in data center infrastructure management, with a strong focus on federal clients.
    • Proven experience working with large federal clients in the Washington D.C. area or proximate Virginia, demonstrating a deep understanding of their data center needs and compliance requirements.
    • Valid ITIL v3 or ITIL v4 certification is required.
    • Willingness to live in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area and travel to data center locations within the region as needed.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Successful track record of managing data center operations for a federal client with multiple, geographically distributed data centers.
    • Deep familiarity with data center infrastructure management (DCIM) solutions, site and system resiliency practices, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
    • Strong leadership and team management skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate data center operations teams.
    • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
    • Knowledge of federal IT security standards, compliance regulations, and guidelines (NIST, FISMA, etc.).
    • Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and optimization of data center infrastructure operations.
    • Preferred Certification(s): Project Management Professional Certified (PMP),Uptime Institute AOS,and at least 1 High level technology certification (examples include MCSE, LPIC-3, CCNP, VCAP, or equivalents)

    Location:

    This position is based in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area or proximate Virginia, with occasional travel to data center locations within the region

    About NTT DATA Services

    NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.

    NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.


    NTT DATA, Inc. (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. The Company will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other class protected by law. To comply with applicable laws ensuring equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant or an employee unless undue hardship to the Company would result.

     

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Transition Manager-Data Center Services
  • NTT DATA, Inc.
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Req ID:252091NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking orga...
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DCEO Engineer 3, Data Center Engineering Operations
  • Amazon Data Services, Inc.
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • About AWSAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most ...
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Program Director
  • Koniag Data Solutions, LLC
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • KDS Job ID 2425008 Koniag Data Solutions, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Program Director with a Public Trust Clearance to support KDS and our government customer. This is a h...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Field Service Technician
  • Nortek Data Center Cooling
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Position Title: HVAC Technician – Data Center Cooling About Nortek Air Solutions Nortek Data Center Cooling is a Madison Industries company. Madison Industries is one of the largest and most successfu...
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Delivery Director-IT Service Delivery
  • NTT DATA, Inc.
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Req ID:243580NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking orga...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Human Resources Director
  • Soaring On Hope
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  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Breast Health Screening Navigator - Southeast Missouri
  • Gateway to Hope
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
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  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director Merchandising
  • Ashley Global Retail
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Director Merchandising
  • STONELEDGE FURNITURE
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  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Data Integrity & Master Data Governance Manager
  • Terumo Medical Corporation
  • Somerset, NJ
  • Job Summary: The Senior Data Integrity and Master Data Governance Manager creates the structure, standardization, and pr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Data Center Delivery Director
  • GLP
  • Seattle, WA
  • Data Center Delivery Director Department: Data Centers Employment Type: Full Time Location: Seattle Compensation: $180,0...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Data Center Operations
  • Nesco Resource, LLC
  • Chandler, AZ
  • Nesco Resource is seeking a Director of Data Center Operations in the Greater Phoenix AZ area. As the Director/VP of Ope...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, Data Center Operations - Remote
  • Lifepoint Health Support Center
  • Brentwood, TN
  • Director, Data Center Operations Who we are: At Lifepoint Health, we provide quality healthcare to rural communities. As...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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Income Estimation for Data Center Director jobs
$207,018 to $272,599

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