Senior Program Control Consultant - Public Sector

Sr Program Control Consultant

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 looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future. The Role Location : WFH, US Clearance : This position may require a U.S. government security clearance (e.g., Secret, Top Secret, TS / SCI). Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information (applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation) Employment Type : Full-Time Industry : Government Contracting / Telecommunications Lumen is seeking a Sr Program Control Consultant to support our Government Program Control Office (PCO). In this key role, you'll contribute to the financial and operational success of federal programs by supporting pricing strategies, budget planning, and performance analysis. This is an expanded role within Lumen's PCO group, which will be taking unmanaged accounts and transforming them into program controlled accounts. Experience with developing projects from conception and using innovation to design are key. You'll work with multiple systems, extracting data, and creating standard reporting dashboards for various customers. Expertise with managing large data sets and converting data into functional reporting and accurate forecasting is essential. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, deliver accurate financial insights, and help drive value for our government customers. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for supporting mission-driven work.

The Main Responsibilities

• Financial Support & Analysis : Responsible for developing cost models, analyzing financial data, and supporting pricing strategies for proposals and contract modifications. Emphasis on forecasting, funding, budgeting, data collection and detailed data analysis.
• Team Leadership & Contribution : Collaborate with senior consultants and program managers on large-scale federal programs. Be the subject matter expert (SME), provide training and guidance across functional teams. Manage assigned tasks and contribute to team success. Be accountable to an assigned team, section, unit, function, or project.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work with Finance, PMO, Sales, and Offer Management to support problem-solving efforts and align financial planning with program goals.
• Reporting & Presentations : Prepare and deliver financial reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and support Program Management Reviews (PMRs).
• Customer Value Focus : Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and service delivery in support of customer objectives. Emphasis on establishing customer deliverables and building customer relationships.
• Contract Knowledge : Apply working knowledge of federal contract types (FFP, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, hybrid) to ensure accurate financial planning and compliance.
• Compliance & Documentation : Ensure adherence to internal controls and federal regulations. Be responsible for providing the required financial details for audits and after-action reporting.

What We Look For in a Candidate

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 : $66,375 - $88,500 in these states : AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, and WY. $69,694 - $92,925 in these states : CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI. $73,013 - $97,350 in these states : AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA. 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.