Michael Knight

Michael Knight is a skilled IT and Data Center Operations Director with over 20 years of experience in data center management, equipment support, vendor coordination, and infrastructure maintenance. Known for his proficiency in data center physical infrastructure and troubleshooting, Michael has held roles where he managed diverse tasks, from project management and materials management to vendor negotiations and systems maintenance. He has consistently demonstrated a strategic approach to overseeing data center environments, including handling financial responsibilities, creating improvement plans, and ensuring continuous operation with a focus on safety and compliance. His leadership spans a range of responsibilities, from directing installations and vendor relations to guiding large teams across multiple data center sites.

Michael's recent experience includes positions at Data Journey, Weeks Group, and Aubix, where he managed projects involving MEP installations, data center expansions, and physical infrastructure setups. With hands-on experience across multiple roles—such as Data Center Field Engineer at Black Box and Data Center Manager at the Bank of New York Mellon—he has a strong technical foundation in handling systems like CRAC, UPS, and generators. His contributions to asset management, security operations, and capacity planning have enabled seamless data center functionality across his projects. Certified as a Data Center Professional, Michael also holds Red Cross First Aid certification, underscoring his commitment to operational excellence and safety in fast-paced IT environments.