VP, IT Infrastructure

VP, IT Infrastructure

Come join our Rocket Ship and be part of Compass Datacenter's mission to make life better by providing the world's technology leaders with a secure place to plug-in wherever they grow. We provide custom, move-in ready data centers, from edge deployments to core facilities serving hyperscale, cloud and enterprise customers. At Compass we have our sights set on leaving a legacy imprint on the data center industry. By putting Culture first, we can show this not only produces results, but more importantly, can change lives.

Compass is recruiting for VP, IT Infrastructure. Reporting to the CTO, the VP, IT Infrastructure oversees all IT (Information Technology) functions to ensure that the Company's technology is meeting its goals and objectives efficiently and reliably. S/he will work closely with different business units both in Canada and in the US, to assess the needs of users within the organization and manage continuous system improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Define, update, and implement IT objectives and programs to Compass' objectives and strategies
• Coordinate and Manage IT across the enterprise
• Strategic planning - Identify important technical trends and find solutions to mitigate risks
• Acquire software/hardware required to meet Compass' internal and external objectives
• Manage, mitigate and minimize Compass' IT and network risk
• Implement systems and organization controls as per SOC / ISO / PCI requirements
• Develop new products/hardware and software tools that reduce waste, improve efficiency and experience of the customer

Skills and Experience:

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and written, with all levels within the company
• Ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities, adaptable to new ideas and embrace changes
• Able to thrive within a busy working environment
• Have strong relationships with industry peers and trade associations

Requirements:

• Possesses strong leadership, supervisory, mentoring and coaching skills
• Ability to resolve problems using facts and sound reasoning
• Accustomed to working on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities, adaptable to new ideas and embrace changes

Location:

• Dallas, TX

Employer will not sponsor applicants for new employment visa status.

Compass is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

At Compass, we make lives better by providing the world's technology leaders with a secure place to plug in wherever they grow. We provide custom, move-in ready data centers from edge deployments to core facilities serving hyperscale, cloud and enterprise customers.

We are a Culture First organization. With a keen focus on our culture, we genuinely provide a place where employees can do their best work and grow personally and professionally. Each day, we are accountable to live out our four Core Convictions: 1) Humility In, Pride Out, 2) Actions and Words are One, 3) Continuous Improvement of People, Processes and Systems (spoiler alert - we order People first for a reason!), and 4) We Ask Why to Understand the Needs versus the Wants.

Compass is committed to an inclusive culture, and we celebrate and value diverse insights and perspectives. To continue to soar on our rocket ship, we need talent from various background, perspectives, and abilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to successfully participate in the job application, interview process, and in potential roles to perform crucial job functions.

That is why we are committed to our core convictions and key principles as we continue to provide companies a secure place to plug in.

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Benefits: Medical | Dental | Vision | Voluntary | 401K | Unlimited PTO (USA)

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