Aaron Volkert
Edgewater,CO
Summary
Skilled Sr. Network Engineer with a focus on network troubleshooting, architecture design, and vendor management.
Experienced with advanced network design and implementation with 25+ years of Collocation, IOF transport engineering experience. Proficient OLT deployment from install through test and turn up with use of WFMT, TIRKS, NDS (GIS Smallworld) and Sitetracker. Sole engineer responsible for all GPON and XGS-PON related work in the states of MN, ND and SD. Track record of effectively troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Results-driven Sr. Network Engineer with expertise in network troubleshooting, architecture design, and vendor management. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and reliability.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Network Engineer
Lumen Technologies
Denver, CO
04.2000 - Current
- Managed purchasing and installation of networking equipment such as core routers and switches.
- Managed vendor relationships for hardware procurement, software upgrades, and technical support services to ensure optimal resource utilization.
- Improved system reliability through proactive monitoring of network performance metrics and capacity planning initiatives.
- Maintained and expanded vendor relationships through amicable and beneficial interactions with network carriers and [Type] partners.
- Employed strong task prioritization skills to streamline project turnaround times and meet tight deadlines.
- Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
- Identified means to reduce and control expenses by conducting cost, schedule and contract performance analysis and improving resource allocation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Vermont
Burlington, Vermont, VT05-1999
Skills
- Proficient in WFMT, TIRKS, GIS & Sitetracker
- 25 years of Collocation and IOF engineering
- Vendor relationship management
- Network troubleshooting expertise
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Network troubleshooting
- Effective communication
- Organized and detail oriented
Timeline
Sr. Network Engineer
Lumen Technologies
04.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Vermont