Mark Suste
About Mark Suste
Mark Suste is a Senior Product & ICB Manager at Cogent Communications, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in technology and data center operations, advising Fortune 500 companies on interconnectivity solutions.
Current Role at Cogent Communications
Mark Suste serves as the Senior Product & ICB Manager at Cogent Communications. He has held this position since 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product management and interconnectivity business solutions. His extensive experience in the telecommunications sector contributes to his effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at Cogent Communications
Mark Suste worked at Cogent Communications in various capacities. He was the Manager of the North American Central Region in the Construction Department from 2009 to 2014, where he managed construction projects. After that, he served as a Sales Engineer from 2014 to 2016, focusing on sales and technical support in Chicago, Illinois.
Educational Background
Mark Suste has a solid educational background in technology. He earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Network Technology from DePaul University, studying from 2004 to 2006. Prior to that, he obtained an Associate in Science in Computer Science from Joliet Junior College, where he studied from 1996 to 1999. Additionally, he studied Computer Science at the University of Illinois at Chicago, achieving another Bachelor of Science (BS) from 2003 to 2005.
Professional Experience in Data Center Operations
Mark Suste has significant experience in data center operations. He worked at Protocol Integrated Direct Marketing as the Director of Data Center Operations from 2005 to 2008, where he supported and maintained a data center environment for six years. He also held the position of Corporate Data Center Manager at the same company from 2002 to 2005, leading various operational initiatives.
Advisory Role and Technical Expertise
Mark Suste advises Fortune 500 companies on innovative interconnectivity designs and solutions. His expertise includes leading a PCI-DSS certification assessment for a direct marketing firm with over 3,000 employees. He has maintained and upgraded Tier 1 ISP Cisco transport and routing equipment, showcasing his technical proficiency in the telecommunications industry.