Level 3 Networking Engineer | Bit by Bit Computer Consultants
Each month, we recognize a team member whose knowledge, dedication, and curiosity help keep Bit by Bit operating at its best. This month, we’re featuring Daren Payne, a seasoned technologist whose career path, from security systems to advanced IT infrastructure, has shaped him into a versatile and trusted expert on our Level 3 Networking team.
Daren’s professional journey began in the Access Control, Fire Alarm, and Burglar Alarm industries, where he worked his way up through roles as an installer and service technician. Over time, his responsibilities expanded into IT telecom work, which naturally led him deeper into the world of desktop, server, and infrastructure troubleshooting and engineering.
That experience set the stage for his career at Bit by Bit. Since joining the company, Daren has steadily progressed through the Managed Services Infrastructure and Projects teams, continuing to expand his technical expertise while supporting both colleagues and clients along the way.
Today, Daren is part of Bit by Bit’s Level 3 Networking team, where he focuses on engineering and troubleshooting both on-premises and Azure-based infrastructure and server environments.
His work spans several critical areas, including:
In short, Daren helps ensure the systems our clients rely on remain secure, stable, and optimized.
For Daren, the best part of the job is the opportunity to continuously learn while collaborating with a team that values knowledge-sharing.
Working at Bit by Bit allows him to explore new and evolving technologies, while also exchanging ideas and expertise with colleagues who are equally passionate about solving complex problems. It’s a two-way street, Daren enjoys learning from others just as much as he enjoys mentoring teammates and sharing what he knows.
Childhood Dream: Becoming a wild inventor like Doc Brown from Back to the Future.
Hobbies: Camping with his wife and dogs in their travel trailer, kayaking on calm waters, and visiting wineries and distilleries with longtime friends.
Who He Admires Most: His adult son and daughter, who have grown into successful young adults.
A Unique Life Story: Around age 30, Daren found faith and has been part of the same church community for more than 25 years. He also runs a kayak rental business.
Favorite Superhero: Batman
Favorite Book: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
Favorite Movie: Interstellar
Favorite Food: Fajitas
Favorite Place to Visit: Anywhere with full camper hookups next to a lake.
Binge-Worthy TV: Landman
Daren’s career reflects what great IT professionals often have in common: curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to keep learning. His technical depth, collaborative spirit, and steady leadership make him an invaluable member of the Bit by Bit team.
Whether he’s solving complex infrastructure issues, contributing to client projects, or helping teammates sharpen their skills, Daren plays a key role in keeping both our technology, and our team, moving forward.