As Director of Network Services, Chris Zane leads network development, engineering, and infrastructure for the University of Hawaii system. He has progressed through roles of increasing responsibility at the university, managing major projects like submarine fiber links and high-speed services for research observatories. He is an alumnus of the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Deeply connected to the local community, Chris is an alumnus of both Punahou School and the University of Hawaii. His entire career has been dedicated to advancing the technological capabilities of Hawaiis primary educational and research institutions, showcasing a long-standing commitment to the states development.
He has led all Hawaii-based Research & Education networking activities for over a decade.
Chris Zane
Director, Network Services at University o
Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States
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Topics They Care About
Research Network Infrastructure
He leads all Hawaii-based Research & Education networking activities, including implementing 100G submarine fiber links to the US West Coast.
Pacific IXPs
Chris has participated as a speaker and panelist in discussions about building and operating Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) in the Pacific region.
Higher Education IT
His career is focused on managing and upgrading the network infrastructure for the entire University of Hawaii system to meet modern demands.
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Chris has no verified media appearances
Work History
2-2025
Director, Network Services at University o
10-2005
Network Engineering Manager at University of Hawaii
6-1995 - 10-2005
Director Internet Services at NetEnterprise
Education
1990 - 1995
Bachelor’s Degree from University of Hawaii at Manoa
1990
High School from Punahou School
High School from Punahou School
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Location : Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Director, Network Services at University o
