Regional Data Center Director: Operations & Efficiency

DataBank; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance (Short/Long Term)

Life Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

DataBank seeks a Regional Director Data Centers to oversee efficient operations across multiple data centers in a defined geographic area. You will manage DCMs and DCTs, monitor KPIs, and ensure security and reliability of critical infrastructure.

The role requires onsite leadership, strong communication, and a track record in data center operations, with a focus on policy adherence and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading managers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong understanding of all data center components including HVAC, UPS, servers.
• Data Center background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be onsite during core business hours.
• Manage multiple Data Center Managers and Lead Data Center Technicians.
• Track KPIs of Operations teams and responses.
• Ensure facility infrastructure and security monitoring systems are operational.
• Escalate system, process or administrative issues across departments.
• Maintain PM schedules and SOC/SSAE-18 certifications/compliances.
• Ensure policies and procedures are followed across all sites.
• Plan staffing and budgeting to maintain data center operations.
• Build strong relationships with customers and clients.
• Drive improvements in efficiency, cost, and reliability.

Skills

Leadership

Written communication

Verbal communication

DC components knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

DataBank seeks a Regional Director Data Centers to oversee efficient operations across multiple data centers in a defined geographic area. You will manage DCMs and DCTs, monitor KPIs, and ensure security and reliability of critical infrastructure.

The role requires onsite leadership, strong communication, and a track record in data center operations, with a focus on policy adherence and client relationships.