VP, Data Center Ops - East

Equinix

4.7

(53)

Ashburn, VA (Remote)

Why you should apply for a job to Equinix:

  • 4.7/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.7/5 in supportive management
  • 92% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 94% would recommend this company to other women
  • 100% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Temporary & Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Internship Programs with Universities by partnering with local universities all over the world
  • Education, Training, Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
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    Position summary

    the region. Responsible for execution, capacity management, consistent response/ structures, and streamlined support.

    Responsibilities

    • Drive strategic planning and priorities for data center operations, in alignment with

    • Establish and track against KPIs, SLAs, and metrics (incl. regional performance, capacity, availability, budget)

    • Oversee incident response, problem resolution, and change management to support Equinix customer experience

    • Manage critical business continuity plans, including testing and implementation of disaster preparedness, detailed project management, and logistics coordination.

    • Foster a safety-first culture

    • Coordinate with global design and construction team to ensure delivery of a consistent product

    • Execute capacity management plan across data centers in a region

    • Shape a collaborative, transparent, and entrepreneurial culture, in tandem with the corporate leadership team

    • Motivate employees around shared vision and align business through transformative leadership

    • Empower frontline resources to meet customer needs

    Qualifications

    • 15+ years demonstrated track record of data center operations management and maintenance or equivalent. Leadership and cross functional management experience

    • Experience optimizing a growing and evolving business - leading a large organization through a period of rapid growth, merger integration, or business transition

    Skills and Attributes

    • Focus on execution and results - establishing high standards for performance, setting goals and developing plans, following through and holding people accountable for results

    • Provide thought leadership, think strategically and effectively communicate vision and influence

    • Support and lead culture as an ambassador of the business, support and lead the business

    • Embody the culture of the business and serve as an ambassador to lead and inspire

    • Adaptable to shifting priorities while maintaining a focus on long-term goals and strategies is key to achieving success in a dynamic business environment

    • Financial acumen and ability to connect operational objectives to financial results

    • Interact with sales team and customers to provide an exceptional customer experience. Includes but not limited to pre-sales, tours, customer meetings

    Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

    Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

    Why you should apply for a job to Equinix:

  • 4.7/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.7/5 in supportive management
  • 92% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 94% would recommend this company to other women
  • 100% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Temporary & Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Internship Programs with Universities by partnering with local universities all over the world
  • Education, Training, Tuition & Certification Reimbursement