Data Center Manager ( Re-advertised) 1091 views

Reports To: Technical Lead

Role Overview

The Data Center Manager

will be responsible for the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and strategic oversight of Margins ID’s data center facilities supporting its digital identity systems. This includes ensuring optimal environmental conditions, power continuity, physical security, and disaster recovery readiness. The role demands a blend of technical expertise, operational discipline, and leadership to maintain high availability and compliance across mission-critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Operations & Maintenance 

• Oversee the operation of data center facilities including server rooms, cooling systems, and power distribution units.

• Monitor environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, airflow) and ensure compliance with equipment specifications.

• Coordinate routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs.

Power & Environmental Management

• Ensure uninterrupted power supply through UPS systems, generators, and redundant circuits.

• Monitor energy consumption and implement efficiency strategies to reduce operational costs.

• Collaborate with vendors and facility teams to maintain HVAC and electrical systems.

Backup & Disaster Recovery

• Implement and manage backup strategies for critical systems and data.

• Maintain disaster recovery (DR) plans and conduct regular failover testing.

• Ensure data integrity and business continuity in the event of system failure or environmental disruption.

Physical Security & Access Control

• Enforce strict access control policies including biometric or card-based entry systems.

• Monitor surveillance systems and respond to security incidents.

• Maintain logs of personnel access and equipment movement.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Supervise data center technicians and support staff.

• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide training on operational protocols.

• Coordinate with IT, software, and infrastructure teams to support deployments and upgrades.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure adherence to industry standards (ISO 27001, TIA-942, etc.) and internal policies.

• Maintain accurate documentation of systems, configurations, maintenance schedules, and incident reports.

• Support audits and regulatory reviews with required evidence and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing data center operations.

• Certifications such as CDCP (Certified Data Center Professional), DCCA, or equivalent preferred.