Lumen Technologies is a multinational technology company specializing in integrated network, edge cloud, security and collaboration services for enterprise and public sector clients. The company’s core offerings include high-capacity fiber and IP-based connectivity, managed edge computing solutions designed to accelerate applications and data processing closer to end users, and cybersecurity services ranging from DDoS protection to unified threat management. Through its unified portfolio, Lumen enables organizations to support digital transformation initiatives, modernize infrastructure and enhance operational resilience.
Leveraging one of the largest fiber footprints in North America, as well as infrastructure in Latin America and parts of Europe, Lumen connects customers across more than 60 countries. Its global network spans over 450,000 route fiber miles and connects to a wide range of data centers, cloud on-ramps and content delivery nodes. This extensive reach underpins its ability to deliver ultra-low latency services, high bandwidth performance and flexible connectivity options, including Ethernet, IP VPN and software-defined WAN.
Founded in 1930 as Central Telephone & Electric Company and later operating as CenturyLink, the organization underwent significant expansion through the acquisition of Level 3 Communications in 2017. In September 2020, CenturyLink rebranded as Lumen Technologies to reflect its strategic focus on edge computing and digital infrastructure. Headquartered in Monroe, Louisiana, Lumen is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Storey, who guides the company’s vision of delivering a platform for the real-time enterprise.