Experienced Telecommunications and Network Operations Engineer in Wavelength Services with over two decades of expertise supporting fiber optic, telecom, and large-scale network infrastructures. I specialize in real-time network monitoring, remote troubleshooting, circuit provisioning, and customer support across diverse platforms, including DWDM, SONET, and advanced optical systems. Throughout my career at Lumen (formerly CenturyLink) and now at EZEE Fiber, I have successfully managed critical network operations in fast-paced environments, leading incident management efforts and collaborating with field teams to ensure seamless service delivery. I am passionate about maintaining network reliability, improving operational processes, and supporting customer success. I am highly proficient with tools such as SolarWinds, GUI/CLI network interfaces, and optical equipment from Ciena and Coriant. I bring strong skills in troubleshooting, statistical analysis, and cross-team communication, and I'm always eager to learn new technologies and drive continuous improvements. Now based in Houston, TX, I’m excited to continue growing my career in telecommunications and network engineering, contributing my skills to companies that value service excellence, innovation, and teamwork.
Oversaw large-scale fiber optic network operations in a 24/7 NOC environment.
Identified, troubleshot, and resolved network incidents to maintain service continuity.
Collaborated with field technicians for repairs while managing incidents via SolarWinds.
Executed commands through GUI and CLI, facilitating effective troubleshooting processes.
Compiled performance reports supporting project initiatives and ongoing improvement efforts.
Performed remote troubleshooting of optical circuits from DS0 to 100G carriers.
Configured and tested optical equipment, including DWDM and SONET platforms.
Altered network elements through GUI and CLI for circuit activation support.
Utilized advanced testing techniques to isolate service issues effectively.
Oversaw customer support to manage escalations while adhering to SLAs.
Worked closely with engineering and field teams to optimize service delivery processes.