Royce Weight

Experience

1. Head of Data Center Engineering

   Google

   Nov 2022 — Present

   Lead consolidation and integration of IT infrastructure following Google’s acquisition of the world’s leading cybersecurity firm with 4,500 employees and dozens of cybersecurity data centers, offices, systems, and applications globally. Oversee architecture, installation, maintenance, and operation of all data center and office infrastructure systems and applications.• Spearheaded 2-year integration and consolidation of IT operations, integrating application systems into Google Cloud and AWS.• Enabled tens of millions in cost savings and shutdown of 25 data centers and office locations with the migration of systems.• Led cross-functional team of 50+ engineers and technicians, increasing team productivity by 30% through targeted skill development programs, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment.• Generated 35% improvement in system redundancy by driving transition of 100% of on-premise infrastructure to cloud-based solutions, improving scalability and disaster recovery capabilities.• Achieved zero impact on business operations, facilitating smooth transitions of all changeovers and orchestrating data center consolidations, moves, and closures.• Reduced hardware and service costs 65% while maintaining service quality and performance standards by integrating vendor contracts to achieve cost savings.

Education

• Western Governors University

  Bachelor of Science - BS