Derek Ernst
About Derek Ernst
Derek Ernst is a Cloud Operations Engineer with extensive experience in data center management, currently serving as a Data Center Manager at PopReach since 2019 in the Las Vegas, Nevada area. He has previously held similar roles at Kabam, Inc., RockYou, and Gaea Mobile, where he specialized in equipment setup, installation, and maintenance.
Current Role at PopReach
Derek Ernst serves as the Data Center Manager at PopReach, a position he has held since 2019. Based in the Las Vegas, Nevada area, he oversees the operations of the data center, ensuring efficient management of resources and infrastructure. His responsibilities include the setup of BIOS, IPMI, and RAID configurations, which are critical for maintaining data integrity and system performance. He also utilizes tools like Visio and spreadsheets for tracking equipment and assets, contributing to the overall organization and efficiency of the data center.
Previous Experience at Kabam, Inc.
Prior to his role at PopReach, Derek Ernst worked at Kabam, Inc. as a Data Center Manager from 2011 to 2016. During his five-year tenure, he was responsible for managing data center operations at Supernap 7 in Nevada. His experience at Kabam involved overseeing the installation and decommissioning of network gear and servers, which included tasks related to power strips and cable management.
Experience at RockYou
Derek Ernst held the position of Data Center Manager at RockYou from 2015 to 2019. During this four-year period, he continued to develop his expertise in data center management in Las Vegas, Nevada. His role involved troubleshooting and maintaining network equipment, ensuring that all components functioned optimally to support the company's operations.
Short Tenure at Gaea Mobile
In 2016, Derek Ernst briefly worked as a Data Center Manager at Gaea Mobile for a period of three months. This role also took place at SuperNAP 7 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Although his time at Gaea Mobile was short, it contributed to his overall experience in data center management.
Cloud Operations Engineer at WorkForce Software
Since 2016, Derek Ernst has been employed as a Cloud Operations Engineer at WorkForce Software. In this capacity, he has accumulated eight years of experience in the Las Vegas, Nevada area. His responsibilities include troubleshooting and maintaining network equipment, as well as replacing critical components such as hard drives, power supplies, and CPUs as necessary. This role has further enhanced his technical skills and knowledge in cloud operations.