Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We're transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale ... The engineer works with SAIC's Chief Engineer to design secure WAN/transport connectivity and ...
Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We're transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale ... The engineer works with SAIC's Chief Engineer to design secure WAN/transport connectivity and ...
Description This role is for a CCIE-certified engineer who brings serious data center expertise and hands-on cloud networking experience to match. You have around 8 years in the field, deep expertise ...
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Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We're transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale ... The Role Senior Engineer position requires a high degree of technical and coding competencies while ...
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Principal Product Manager - Managed Infrastructure Solutions
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You will partner closely with Sales, Network Engineering, Operations, Legal, and Finance to shape deals, define the roadmap, and ensure we deliver infrastructure solutions that hyperscalers can ...
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OR · Remote
$152/hr
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You have experience with Ethernet/IP network architecture * You have experience interpreting electrical schematics and a solid understanding of HMI programming * You have proven ability to ...
Controls Engineer II
OR · On-site +1
$78K - $101K/yr
You have experience with Ethernet/IP network architecture * You have experience interpreting electrical schematics and a solid understanding of HMI programming * You have proven ability to ...
Controls Engineer II
OR · Hybrid
$78K - $101K/yr
You have experience with Ethernet/IP network architecture * You have experience interpreting electrical schematics and a solid understanding of HMI programming * You have proven ability to ...
Controls Engineer II
OR · Hybrid
$78K - $101K/yr
You have experience with Ethernet/IP network architecture * You have experience interpreting electrical schematics and a solid understanding of HMI programming * You have proven ability to ...
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OR · On-site +1
The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
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The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
Technical Support Engineer (Openstack, Kubernetes)
OR · On-site +1
The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
Technical Support Engineer (Openstack, Kubernetes)
OR · On-site +1
The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
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The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and ... Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable Qualifications
Description This is a developing technical contributor role for an engineer with solid Juniper ... Around 4 years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking * Active CCNP certification or ...
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Description This is a developing technical contributor role for an engineer with solid Juniper ... Around 4 years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking * Active CCNP certification or ...
Lead Network Modeling & Strategy Planner
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You will collaborate with Electrical Engineering and other Engineering disciplines to support control network architecture requirements, design development, and execution * You will support the ...
Senior Controls Engineer
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$91K - $120K/yr
You will collaborate with Electrical Engineering and other Engineering disciplines to support control network architecture requirements, design development, and execution * You will support the ...
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$52.25 - $69.75/hr
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$52.25 - $69.75/hr
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$52.25 - $69.75/hr
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$52.25 - $69.75/hr
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$91K - $120K/yr
You will collaborate with Electrical Engineering and other Engineering disciplines to support control network architecture requirements, design development, and execution * You will support the ...
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You will collaborate with Electrical Engineering and other Engineering disciplines to support control network architecture requirements, design development, and execution * You will support the ...
Cloud Engineer
Myrtle Point, OR · On-site
$52.25 - $69.75/hr
The contractor shall optimize cloud networking configurations, including VPC peering, VPNs, and ... engineering. * Personnel must have experience designing, deploying, and managing AWS and Azure ...
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Cloud Engineer
Myrtle Point, OR · On-site
$52.25 - $69.75/hr
The contractor shall optimize cloud networking configurations, including VPC peering, VPNs, and ... engineering. * Personnel must have experience designing, deploying, and managing AWS and Azure ...
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... engineering, construction, splicing, maintenance and repair of the Lumen fiber network. The ... Category Manager is responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that align ...
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Network Engineers support and optimize all processes for maintaining a company’s computer network, selecting and deploying software and hardware and making local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) accessible, and making sure that company personnel can securely access the internet to complete work. Network Engineers also analyze network performance, configure network features based on client needs, and develop guidelines for acceptable network use.
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| Aspect | Network Engineer | Network Administrator |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+ | CCNA, CompTIA Network+ |
| Work Environment | Designing, implementing, and troubleshooting network infrastructure | Managing and maintaining existing network systems |
| Responsibilities | Network design, configuration, and optimization | Monitoring, maintaining, and supporting network operations |
| Industry Usage | IT, telecommunications, large enterprises | Corporate, small to medium businesses, educational institutions |
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Posted 28 days ago
Lumen Technologies rating
8.6
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5th of 80 rated telecommunications companies
Job description
Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We're transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale in an AI-driven world.
By connecting people, data, and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly, we help organizations move faster and unlock what's next.
At Lumen, people power progress. Our culture is built on teamwork, trust, and transparency, giving you the flexibility, support, and opportunity to make a lasting impact. We're looking for top-tier talent ready to take on the challenge. Join us in building the future.
SAIC seeks a Lumen Network Design Engineer V (WAN / Work Package Engineer) to support the Department of the Air Force C3BM/ABMS program. In this lead Lumen engineering role, you apply advanced engineering and network principles to solve unusually complex problems and to develop/evaluate/implement secure WAN/transport solutions. Embedded with the SAIC mission team, you translate operational and cybersecurity requirements into implementable field work packages for classified and unclassified environments. Deliverables to the SAIC Chief Engineer and technical engineering include HLD/LLD, design-review packages, diagrams, and (as requested) bills of material and configuration templates.
HYBRID role; initial work is performed in contractor-provided facilities. The engineer works with SAIC's Chief Engineer to design secure WAN/transport connectivity and deliver implementation-ready field work packages. Contingent upon contract award expected in Q1.
*Previous Lumen Network Architecture experience required.
- WAN Architecture & Design Engineering.
- Develop WAN/transport design recommendations for mission networks: site connectivity, segmentation, resiliency, and performance engineering across classified and unclassified enclaves.
- Define engineering requirements, interfaces, and implementable WAN designs, including L0 circuit configurations and CLLI circuit-route options across CONUS/OCONUS; optionally address routing, addressing, QoS, encryption, and boundary protection.
- Develop optimized WAN transport options using OTN and ITUT standards (G.709, G.798, G.872); apply MPLS/IP, Ethernet, VPN/IPsec, SDWAN, and modern secure access patterns (SASE/SSE) where applicable.
- Propose WAN work package options to SAIC technical leadership to support engineering trades before implementation; deliverables may include HLD/LLD, logical/physical diagrams, IP plans, L0 routing/QoS policies, security boundary requirements, BOM/part lists, rack elevations (as applicable), configuration templates, and interface cut sheets.
- Support the SAIC Chief Engineer with MOPs, implementation plans, cutover schedules, rollback procedures, and test/validation plans; participate in technical reviews and change control; identify/mitigate risks per work package.
- Recommend optimized WAN solutions for current/long-range planning; partner with technical leads to select tools/technologies that improve efficiency, reduce cost, and increase customer satisfaction.
- Create/maintain engineering and compliance evidence (device configuration baselines, DISA STIG notes/checklists, boundary descriptions, diagrams, status reports) to support audits and RMF/ATO.
- Support operational projects and maintenance windows; assist implementation teams during turn-ups, migrations, and service transitions.
- Recommend automation/standardization of repeatable engineering tasks (configuration generation, validation checks, documentation workflows) consistent with program approvals.
- Troubleshoot complex hardware/software/network issues (as requested); document problems, root causes, and resolutions; feed lessons learned into package templates and standards.
- Support WAN capacity planning across sites/segments (bandwidth, optical/Carrier Ethernet where applicable, routing headroom, power/cooling constraints, lifecycle/EOL).
- Support L0 circuit delivery/integration/activation and service migrations: coordinate with providers, validate acceptance criteria, and update as-built documentation.
- Provide inputs to design review packages; update network drawings (e.g., Visio) and route maps to reflect approved designs and as-built changes.
- Develop ROM estimates and cost models for new sites, routes, and WAN services.
- Operational Support, Provider Coordination, and Documentation
- As requested by the PM and/or Chief Engineer, serve as technical liaison among teams to align design intent, circuit turn-up activities, and field execution.
- Provide Tier 3/4 troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for WAN/transport issues and recommend corrective actions.
- Support RMF/ATO by producing required network engineering evidence: diagrams; port/protocol/service documentation; boundary descriptions; STIG checklists/implementation notes; and as-built configurations.
- Deliver technical design reviews, implementation-readiness briefings, and mission-impact assessments to the SAIC Chief Engineer and operational teams.
- US Citizenship is required.
- Active TS/SCI or SCI Eligible.
- IAT Level I/II/III Certification.
- Travel is required
- Education/experience: BA/BS +17 years; or MS + 13 years; or PhD/JD + 10 years related experience.
- 14+ years progressive WAN/transport engineering, network architecture, or telecommunications experience, including deployable implementation/job packages.
- Deep expertise in:
- OTN and ITU-T standards (G.709, G.798, G.872).
- MPLS/IP, Ethernet, VPN/IPsec overlays, and enterprise/carrier WAN design patterns.
- Routing/traffic engineering (BGP, OSPF/ISIS), path control, convergence, SD-WAN and secure connectivity (SASE/SSE), segmentation/policy design, QoS (marking/queuing/shaping), performance engineering, capacity planning.
- Network security, boundary protections, and Zero Trust; field-ready engineering packages (logical/physical diagrams, IP plans, BOMs, config templates, implementation steps, cutover/rollback, test/validation).
- Task/work-order execution support: design reviews, implementation readiness coordination, and design-to-field discrepancy resolution.
- Technical writing/communications: concise engineering documentation and briefings for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Consultative skills: rapport, fact-finding, requirements definition, options/recommendations, follow-through, customer focus; thrives with competing priorities.
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$138,844 - $185,124 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$145,456 - $193,940 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA 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. 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.
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Lumen Technologies, headquartered in Monroe, LA, US, is a leader in the telecommunications industry. The company provides an array of solutions ranging from voice, broadband, and video services for consumers, businesses, and governmental agencies. Additionally, they offer data management, cloud, network, and IT services for enterprise customers. Lumen Technologies was founded in 1930, originally as the Louisiana Long Distance Independent Telephone Company. The company’s mission is to further human progress through technology, promoting a robust digital ecosystem, which is reflective of their core values of trust, respect, and innovative problem-solving that aims to have a significant impact on their clients' businesses.
Industry
Media and telecom
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Monroe, LA, US
Year founded
1968