Marie May
About Marie May
Marie May is a Provisioning Project Manager at Cogent Communications, where she has worked since 2006. With a background in network implementation and extensive experience in coordinating installations, she plays a vital role in ensuring technical compliance and effective client installations.
Work at Cogent Communications
Marie May has served as a Provisioning Project Manager at Cogent Communications since 2006. In this role, she operates within the Washington D.C. Metro Area, overseeing the provisioning process for various network services. Her responsibilities include reviewing customer contracts and orders to ensure compliance with technical specifications and equipment availability. She coordinates the completion of IP configurations, cabling installation, testing, and troubleshooting for Fast Ethernet and GigE products. Her extensive experience in the field enables her to manage complex projects effectively.
Previous Experience at UUNET, MFS, Worldcom, and MCI
Prior to her current position, Marie May worked for UUNET, MFS, Worldcom, and MCI as a Senior Manager in Provisioning and Internet Service Delivery from 1997 to 2002. During her five years in Ashburn, VA, she played a significant role in maintaining and updating the Provisioning database, generating reports for management, and supporting special projects. Additionally, she served as an Internet Network Implementation Project Manager at the same companies from 1996 to 1997, gaining valuable experience in network implementation.
Background in the United States Navy
Marie May began her career in the United States Navy, where she served as a Cryptologic Technician from 1982 to 1993. Her eleven years of service in the Washington D.C. Metro Area provided her with foundational skills in technical operations and problem-solving, which she later applied in her civilian roles in telecommunications and network provisioning.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In her current role and previous positions, Marie May engages in basic troubleshooting and collaborates with network engineering and NOC personnel to resolve installation issues related to DNS, BGP, and IP configurations. She facilitates communication among customers, building owners, contractors, and internal departments to ensure seamless client installations. Her extensive experience includes coordinating the installation of Fast Ethernet and GigE connections for a diverse range of business customers.