Christopher Sparks
About Christopher Sparks
Christopher Sparks is an experienced IP Network Engineer with a career spanning over two decades in the telecommunications industry. He currently serves as a Senior Network Engineer at Lightower Fiber Networks and has held various roles at companies such as Cogent Communications, Verizon, and Internap.
Work at Cogent Communications
Christopher Sparks has been employed at Cogent Communications since 2010, serving as an IP Network Engineer for 14 years. His role involves leading a small team of engineers focused on the integration and migration of legacy and acquired networks. Prior to his current position, he worked at Cogent as a NOC Engineer from 2002 to 2006 and as Manager of Customer Support from 2009 to 2010. His extensive experience at Cogent Communications highlights his commitment to the company and his expertise in network engineering.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Sparks studied at the University of Maryland, where he focused on Literature and Education from 1994 to 1997. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in communication and analytical skills, which are essential in his engineering roles. His expertise spans various positions in network engineering, including his current role at Cogent Communications and previous positions at companies such as Verizon and Internap.
Background in Network Engineering
Christopher Sparks has a diverse background in network engineering, beginning his career as an Installation Technician at Digex from 1997 to 2000. He then transitioned to roles such as NOC Engineer at Unisys for three months in 2006 and PNAP Engineer at Internap from 2000 to 2002. His experience at Verizon as a Device Creation Specialist from 2005 to 2006 further contributed to his technical knowledge in the field.
Leadership and Initiatives
In his current position, Christopher Sparks initiates and leads regular engineering round table meetings aimed at disseminating new information and promoting cross-training among various remote groups. He is responsible for writing methods of procedure and executing work related to network enhancements and customer migrations. His leadership in these initiatives demonstrates his proactive approach to team collaboration and knowledge sharing.