Aparna Subramanian has accepted the position of DCN Network Architect, leading the newly formed engineering department based in Bismarck.
The network architect directs the planning, design, and lifecycle of the DCN’s network infrastructures, helping ensure high performance, reliability, and scalability. She provides leadership to the engineering teams, guiding the design and deployment of customer solutions that align with company standards and capabilities. In addition, she leads cross functional initiatives to develop and introduce new technologies and services, supporting consistent, high quality service delivery. She will also continue in her role as information security officer, supporting strong security practices across the organization.
In her 12 years at DCN, this is the second time Subramanian will lead a new department; in March 2021 she took the lead role for the new information systems team. Prior to that, she served as sales engineer, systems engineer, and Ethernet/IP technician II.
After earning a bachelor’s degree in computer science and mathematics with a minor in leadership studies from Dickinson State University, Subramanian joined Consolidated Telcom in Dickinson for six years. During her career, she has earned multiple professional certifications including MEF Carrier Ethernet Certified Professional, Cisco Certified Network Professional, and Nokia Network Routing Specialist II. Most recently, she added a Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification, which focuses on defining the design, architecture, controls, and management of highly secure business environments. Subramanian is currently pursuing graduate studies in cyber defense through Dakota State University.
