Critical Facilities Network Engineer; NOC - Overland Park, KS

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high-speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world.

This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. A competitive base salary and a full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment, and some require a waiting period.

Compensation: [Starting / Initial] Base Salary Pay Range: $67,000/yr.

Specific offers within the listed pay ranges are determined by a variety of factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and business needs.

• Answer incoming phone calls from Cogent's Field Engineers and vendors on their Critical Facilities services
• Work with Cogent Field Operations via phone and e-mail to identify and resolve their service-related issues
• Clearly document all steps taken to identify and resolve an internally reported issue
• Manage a queue of created tickets, ensuring that all internal customers are updated with their status and progress is being made towards resolving each issue
• Work with and coordinate effectively with all members of the Critical Facilities team, other Cogent teams, as well as vendors in order to ensure swift resolution of operational issues
• Ability to work professionally with customers, vendors, and internal groups under all circumstances
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned

• Strong technical knowledge in the area of HVAC, Power and Fire Management Systems is desired.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability and desire to provide excellent customer service to Cogent Internal/External Customers
• Must excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills are required for success
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
• Reliable employment history with strong attendance and punctuality records
• Availability to work on a shift including one Weekend Day. (Flexibility a MUST)

By submitting an application or resume for this position, I understand that is an in-office position.

To apply for the Critical Facilities Network Engineer position, please submit your resume and cover letter to

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Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.