David Simmons
About David Simmons
David Simmons serves as the ET - Cloud Services Manager at Enable Midstream Partners, where he has worked since 2014. He specializes in managing both on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure, focusing on disaster recovery and data center support using Microsoft Azure.
Work at Enable Midstream Partners
David Simmons has served as the ET - Cloud Services Manager at Enable Midstream Partners since 2014. His role focuses on managing both on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure environments. He is responsible for disaster recovery management and leads a team dedicated to supporting data center and cloud infrastructure needs, specifically utilizing Microsoft Azure IaaS and SaaS. His tenure at Enable Midstream Partners spans a decade, during which he has contributed to various projects related to datacenter optimization and consolidation.
Education and Expertise
David Simmons earned an Associate’s Degree in Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology from MTI - Houston, where he studied from 1996 to 1998. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary to manage complex infrastructure environments. He has expertise in utilizing technologies such as VMware ESXi virtualization and Hyper-V, which are critical in his current role managing cloud services.
Background
Before joining Enable Midstream Partners, David Simmons worked at CenterPoint Energy as a LAN Analyst IV for 16 years, from 1998 to 2014. His experience in this role provided him with a solid foundation in network analysis and infrastructure management. His career has been primarily based in the Houston, Texas area, where he has developed a strong understanding of the local energy sector.
Achievements in Infrastructure Management
David Simmons has been involved in significant datacenter optimization and consolidation projects during his career. His responsibilities at Enable Midstream Partners include overseeing disaster recovery management, which is essential for maintaining operational continuity. His leadership in supporting data center and cloud infrastructure needs has contributed to the efficiency and reliability of the organization's IT operations.