Dallas-based CyrusOne, a prominent global developer and operator of data centers, has announced the appointment of Robert Johnson as its new Chief Business Officer, marking a strategic step in strengthening its U.S. operations. With this leadership move, the company aims to further enhance operational performance, customer outcomes, and long-term growth across its expanding domestic portfolio.
In his new role, Johnson will take full responsibility for the performance and day-to-day operations of CyrusOne’s U.S. data centers. As facilities across the country move toward full operational maturity, he will oversee a growing portfolio while ensuring that each site meets the company’s high standards for efficiency and reliability. Additionally, Johnson will be accountable for operational excellence, revenue management, asset utilization, and overall customer satisfaction key pillars that support CyrusOne’s business strategy.
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Moreover, Johnson will lead several critical teams, including U.S. Operations, Security, Service Delivery, Account Management, and Asset Management. By unifying these functions under a single leadership vision, CyrusOne aims to better align its operational capabilities with financial performance goals. This integrated approach is expected to drive consistency, optimize resources, and deliver stronger outcomes for customers nationwide.
Before joining CyrusOne, Johnson served as the leader of the Americas Networks business at Ericsson. During his tenure, he managed large-scale, mission-critical operations across diverse markets. Furthermore, he brings more than 20 years of leadership experience from globally recognized technology organizations. His previous senior roles at Siemens IT Solutions & Services, Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Services, and Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) have equipped him with deep expertise in managing complex operations and scaling enterprise services.
Commenting on the appointment, Eric Schwartz, Chief Executive Officer of CyrusOne, emphasized Johnson’s leadership strengths. “Rob is an experienced operator and people-first leader with a strong track record of building high-performing teams and translating complexity into execution,” said Eric Schwartz, Chief Executive Officer of CyrusOne. “His background in large-scale, mission-critical environments and his commitment to customer outcomes and operational rigor make him a strong addition to our leadership team. I’m excited to partner with Rob as we continue to scale the business, strengthen performance across our portfolio, and advance CyrusOne’s long-term growth strategy.”
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Johnson also shared his enthusiasm about joining the company and its culture-driven approach.
“What excites me most about joining CyrusOne is the team and the culture. There is a real sense of pride in how this organization serves its customers and upholds its standards every day. CyrusOne has built an impressive global platform grounded in trust, reliability, and technical excellence. I look forward to working alongside this talented team to deepen customer relationships, strengthen performance across the portfolio, and build on this foundation to drive sustainable growth and long-term value.”
Overall, Johnson’s appointment reflects CyrusOne’s continued focus on leadership excellence and operational scalability. As demand for reliable, high-performance data center infrastructure grows, the company is positioning itself to meet evolving customer needs while delivering sustained value across its U.S. footprint.
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