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Job Description The Senior NOC Technician will provide 2nd level technical support to all managed and unmanaged networks controlled from the FirstLight Core NOC. This position provides technical leadership and guidance for the NOC in proactive alarm management, network analysis, maintenance and health checks as well as being an escalation point for the customer and NOC peers. When the system malfunctions, the Senior NOC Technician troubleshoots the network across multiple vendor platforms, makes repairs or refers to the next level of technical hierarchy (Engineering) to restore services as quick as possible. There are three main roles in the Network Operation Center (NOC). Surveillance, Repair, and Communications/Documentation. This is to quickly recognize network anomalies, ensure maximum possible service availability and performance, and to communication and document the actions of the NOC. This position is responsible for providing technical guidance and training to the NOC Technician along with the FirstLight customer base. The individual will be responsible for working closely with all Network Operations teams ensuring customer satisfaction and ticket resolution. Perform the roles/responsibilities of the NOC Technician I and Senior NOC Technician positions as required. The position also includes some queue, workload, and team lead responsibilities. The Senior NOC Technician is expected to be a technical focal point within the team, validating escalations into 2nd & 3rd level Technical Support, and overseeing Core Network Events that impact multiple customers and systems. The schedule for this position is Tuesday-Saturday, 8am-5pm. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Resolution and diagnosis of network and system faults at a 2nd line support level through proactive alarm management and technically escalated network faults., • Management of technically escalated issues that may require hands-on management of 3rd party vendor activities and customer liaison., • Monitoring network performance, highlighting any deficiencies through the appropriate channels via network health checks and identification of activities that present risk to the live networks. Action and resolve using the correct processes and procedures., • Provide operational assistance to all areas of Network Operations, mentor, and train members of the NOC., • Manage Major Service outages. Lead conference bridge directing activities. Update notifications in a timely manner. Work with OSP, GIS, and field teams as required. Direct NOC team to update customers and internal mail groups., • New Hire Training, • Associate degree or Technical school is highly recommended with a strong knowledge of computer functionality., • Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required., • Must be detail oriented and highly organized., • Strong detail-oriented and organized project management skills., • Ability to build and foster collaborative relationships., • Capable of working and learning independently with minimal supervision., • Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to make decisions independently., • Good communication skills with ability to converse technical information to all audiences., • Cisco certifications, • Four to Six years Network Operations experience or equivalent, • Experience working on Core Transport, Data/IP networks completing 1st/2nd level diagnostics across multiple technologies and Vendors preferred., • Advanced 2nd line technical competency level that spans all deployed equipment technologies., • Willingness and ability to train NOC staff on technical, functional, and procedural items., • Experience with Network Edge, Transport and Access technologies such as DSL, GPON, SONET, and ROADM., • In depth knowledge of MEF and CE2.0 Ethernet products and standards, including y.1731 statistics collection, y.1564 testing., • Advanced knowledge of Ethernet and IP required. Successful candidate will have the skills necessary to troubleshoot layers 1-4 of the OSI Model., • In depth knowledge of connection-oriented Ethernet standards including MPLS-TP, G.8032, PBB-TE., • In depth knowledge of industry protocols including IP, MPLS, OSPF, ISIS, BGP, VRRP, VLANs, Spanning tree, and 802.1q., • Solid optical troubleshooting skills using OTDR, OSA, BERT and optical power meters. Expert knowledge of the operations and repair of telecommunications systems to include, but not limited to, the following hardware platforms: • CYAN(Ciena) Z33/77., • Telco Sys 71xx / EdgeGenie, • Ciena 6500/One Control, • Huawei SONET, • Adva, • Calix / CMS, • Cisco (CCNA / CCDA Level), • FirstLight provides fiber-optic data, Internet, data center, cloud and voice services to enterprise and carrier customers throughout the Northeast connecting more than 13,000 locations in service with more than 125,000 locations serviceable by our more than 25,000-route mile network. FirstLight offers a robust suite of advanced telecommunications products featuring a comprehensive portfolio of high bandwidth connectivity solutions including Ethernet, wavelength, and dark fiber services as well as dedicated Internet access solutions, data center, cloud and voice services. FirstLight’s clientele includes national cellular providers and wireline carriers and many leading enterprises, spanning high tech manufacturing and research, hospitals and healthcare, banking and financial, secondary education, colleges and universities, and local and state governments., • FirstLight is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, and inclusion. We recognize that our differences are assets that strengthen us as a team, and FirstLight is committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected and recognized. FirstLight Fiber is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with state and federal laws, FirstLight’s equal opportunity policy is that all applicants and employees are treated equally by the company with respect to employment opportunities, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or veteran disability.

Job Description At C&S Companies, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering an internship. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the burdensome bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. To that end, we foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace; collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun and accountability. Internship Program Overview We maintain a robust and diverse internship program that offers relevant job experience in a challenging environment, working alongside our top professionals. Our teams are committed to providing unique and comprehensive opportunities. C&S is focused on innovation of our communities—so we invest in that future by adding diverse minds to our table. What You Will Learn • Practical application of your field of study, • Hands-on interaction with the day-to-day business requirements of our industry Our interns are dynamic individuals who are ready to join a highly supportive and passionate team. From our engineering disciplines to professional support, we are looking for energized students to bring creativity and innovation to our teams. Not only are they a part of the company, but they interface with our community and clients to provide the best solutions. Estimated Compensation Range and Benefits $16.00 - $29.00/hr* Learn about our comprehensive Benefits *Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. WHO WE ARE: C&S Companies is a national planning, design, and construction firm with more than 600 employees and growing. For more than 50 years we have been delivering critical infrastructure design, planning and construction services in aviation, civil/site infrastructure, construction and program management, construction/design-build, energy, environmental, facilities, architecture, planning, sustainability, and transportation. We have offices throughout New York State, California, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Kentucky.

Job Description At Velan Studios, we foster a culture of curiosity. Our games embrace diversity and are fueled by the adventurous spirit of our team. We are the creative minds behind titles like Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, Knockout City, Hot Wheels Rift Rally, Midnight Murder Club as well as the VR game Bounce Arcade, and our journey continues! Our studio's mission is to pioneer groundbreaking gaming experiences and reimagine play in new ways. We're committed to pushing the boundaries of traditional gaming, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, and revolutionizing the industry one game at a time. We are looking for a Senior Gameplay Animator with the experience and passion to drive our gameplay mechanics to the next level. You’ll play a key role in defining how our characters move, respond and feel, crafting animation that’s both expressive and tightly integrated with gameplay. You should be equally comfortable working in a small, fast-paced prototyping team as you are creating polished, production-quality animation for larger projects. You will be actively collaborating with artists, engineers and designers to develop amazing gameplay feel. And your passion for bringing characters to life should only be matched by your love of diving into engine to bring all your animations together for an unforgettable gameplay experience. Senior Gameplay Animator Responsibilities • Help define and drive the game’s animation style with expressive, solid body mechanics that makes gameplay feel amazing., • Take ownership of the full gameplay animation process, from rough prototypes to polished game performances., • Drive in-engine development with excellent engine competency, including animation systems, state machines and other procedural animation techniques., • Collaborate with designers and engineers to explore new ideas, solve tricky gameplay challenges, and push what’s possible through animation., • Document tools and workflows., • Mentor other animators, offering feedback, guidance, and support., • Champion animation across the studio — always pushing for clarity, responsiveness, and that breath of life within every press of a button. What is expected of a Senior level artist at Velan Studios? A Senior Artist is someone the team can rely on for strong craft, clear communication, and steady guidance. Senior Artists at Velan Studios collaborate with a variety of partners, help keep projects on track, and contribute to deep discipline knowledge. Senior Artists take part in feedback sessions - both offering thoughtful critique and being open to feedback on their own work. Senior Artists work with a high degree of independence. They identify what needs to be done, are competent in our required tools, and generally need little oversight to reach goals. Senior Artists also keep an eye on industry trends and new tools, sharing or integrating them when they can elevate our work. Senior Artists may support or mentor other artists through regular check-ins, clear communication, and knowing when to raise concerns. Senior Artists may help organize team workflows, meetings, or pipelines, always keeping things efficient and focused. Requirements • 7+ years of professional experience animating for games, with a focus on gameplay., • A standout demo reel that shows clear body mechanics, timing, and personality., • Expert in Maya or equivalent 3D animation software., • Hands-on experience working in-engine, with focus on general state machine structures., • Proactive and self-directed, with a good sense of when to explore and when to get things done., • Able to effectively communicate technical needs and issues to Engineering/Tech Art/Design., • Experience leading small animation teams or driving animation direction, • Reel should include game or engine captures of your animations in gameplay context., • Familiarity with motion matching, procedural animation, or other modern runtime techniques., • Generalist skills in modeling, rigging, or related areas., • A passion for game design and how animation supports player feedback, pacing, and readability, • Experience with motion capture., • Basic scripting or tool-building experience (Python, MEL, or similar) to streamline workflows or prototype ideas.