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SR LEAD NETWORK ENGINEER - PUB SECLumen • Herndon, VA, US
SR LEAD NETWORK ENGINEER - PUB SEC

SR LEAD NETWORK ENGINEER - PUB SEC

Lumen • Herndon, VA, US
15 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up - committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. We're invested in providing the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Apply now to continue digitally connecting the world and shaping the future.

The Role

The Sr Lead Engineer (Capacity Planner) will be required to develop and / or improvise tools as well as maintain a Capacity Planning and Modeling System (CPMS) incorporating the ingest of multi-source network installation and operational information. The CPMS will be utilized by the Capacity Planner, an engineering team, and program / network management to track current build-outs, forecast traffic usage, identify current and future bottlenecks, develop strategic architecture (encompassing Layers1-3), develop recovery models, and provide timely reports and status to internal and external stakeholders. This person will need to be able to develop impact analysis before recommending any congestion relief activities.

The Main Responsibilities

This position requires very strong customer service skills, clear and concise communication capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple and diverse technology issues to resolution, with minimal supervision. A self-motivator, this position requires someone to be resourceful in identifying issues and being able to escalate appropriately. The Capacity Planner will support the following :

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  • Capture all details of current and future development and installations enabling engineering oversight

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  • Ensure timely provisioning of cost-justifiable services that meet the current and future needs of the customer
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  • Reduce the risk of degraded availability of mission-critical services
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  • Provide up-to-date insight into available capacity and risk factors
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  • Simulate and model effects of proposed projects and requested changes to the infrastructure prior to implementation
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  • Review briefing for trends requiring engineering attention and make recommendations
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  • Produce ad hoc resource usage reports, deliverables, and performance metrics analysis and reports - suitable for all levels of mission support
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  • Quality Assurance : to include the review of engineering documentation and analyzing OSP requests for network impacts
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  • Engineering Studies and Analysis : specific studies will include trading off modeling tools and other engineering tools to improve operational efficiency
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  • Perform second level problem determination using monitoring and data collection tools in capacity related disciplines
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  • Analyzing performance data identifying bottlenecks and recommending alternative resolutions
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  • Enable planning of future network innovation through modeling and simulations
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  • Incorporate new technologies and product innovation into forecasting and modeling
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  • Apply various engineering design, build processes, and network operations and support processes as needed; map processes and inter-linkages
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  • Coordinate with operations, sales and other departments in the company
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  • Vendor management and integrating vendor support into technical and process functions of the engineering
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    What We Look For in a Candidate

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  • Applicant will have experience in Capacity Planning and Performance modeling, forecasting, and tuning for Distributed Systems (preferably encompassing Layer1-3)
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  • Must have significant experience and be knowledgeable about Telecom networks - Outside Plant and Transmission; will need to have forecasting, and modeling skills in addition to being grounded in analysis of the traffic data generated in both access and aggregation networks
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  • Experience in applying big picture view of telecom networks (Ethernet, IP, SONET, switching, wireless, microwave, satellite), the technologies, process and systems used to evaluates new technology, analyzes trends, and identifies resource needs
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  • Experience required in accessing and manipulating AutoCAD based documentation
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  • Must have in-depth technical knowledge and experience with OpNet and / or other specialized programs
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  • Experience and in-depth knowledge of developing capacity Planning and Performance metrics
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  • Strong working knowledge of application tuning techniques and tools
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  • Strong relationship building skills with face-to-face customer interaction
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  • Exceptional Attention to Detail : Successfully completes tasks requiring deep attention to a high volume of detailed information
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  • Ability to manage multiple and diverse technology issues to resolution, with minimal supervision
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  • Experienced team contributor
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  • Interpersonal, communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills : effectively and efficiently gathers, understands, and clearly articulates both customer and internal requirements and expectations to desired outcomes
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  • Organization : efficiently manages time based on continual evaluation of priorities; meets deadlines with high quality deliverables reflecting complete understanding of expectations; able to multi-task with laser-like focus
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  • Take overall accountability for customer relationships, provide "account management" functionality, and act in the capacity of a solution provider. Communicate with customers effectively, on a proactive basis, and manage expectations
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  • BS in Engineering or equivalent work experience (eight years experience in developing Layer 2 / 3 network architecture and / or modeling or similar experience)
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  • US Citizenship required
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  • Active TS / SCI with Poly
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  • Must maintain eligibility requirements for access to classified information (applicants selected will be subject to a government security re-investigation)
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  • Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
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  • Some local travel required
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    Compensation

    This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

    Location Based Pay Ranges

    $142,603 - $190,137 in these states : VA

    Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and / or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.

    Learn more about Lumen's :

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  • Benefits
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    #LI-Onsite

    Requisition # : 340346

    Background Screening

    If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and / or motor vehicle reports and / or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

    Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

    Equal Employment Opportunities

    We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

    Disclaimer

    The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

    In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

    Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.

    Application Deadline

    10 / 26 / 2025

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