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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.

Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

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

Manages network elements for voice and data networks and monitors and evaluates capacity utilization for these networks. Submits capacity triggers as necessary. Forecasts and trends bandwidth growth to produce capacity triggers for bandwidth relief. Develops plans to augment capacity relief as needed.

Location and Schedule

This is a full time position, and is work from home, US. The typical schedule is Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

The Main Responsibilities

• Develops/defines strategic network plans for the implementation of new network expansion deployments or augments to existing network elements for Switches and Routers.

• Prepares plans and specifications, to include high level overview and requirements to scope project including switch, router, power and space.

• Analyzes trending reports to determine areas requiring network expansion, hardware and/or bandwidth augmentation/optimization.

• Ensures the use of the most feasible, practical, and economical methods for completing the work. Provides cost data to support capital planning and budgeting.

• Monitors and controls project expenditures.

• Skilled in strategic planning, project management and/or engineering.

• Analyzes layer 3 IP and Layer 2 Ethernet network systems including planning, designing, evaluating, selecting architectural design and integration into current network.

• Collaborates with Architecture and Engineering to resolve interoperability challenges in the current and strategic plans of the network.

• Needs minimal direction and guidance for most tasks.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Required:

• 6+ years professional telecommunications experience and a bachelor’s degree or higher.

• High attention to detail with intense focus on high quality output.

• Ability to successfully prioritize and multitask across multiple projects.

• Demonstrable academic and technical understanding of LAN/WAN internetworking technologies and protocols, including TCP/IP, Ethernet, ISIS, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, VPLS, QoS, L2VPN, L3VPN, multicast, and IPv4/IPv6.

• Technical experience with various Cisco, Juniper, and/or Nokia switch and router platforms.

• Strong data trending and analysis skills.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proven track record as adept and effective project manager.

• Exceptional intra and interdepartmental collaboration and communications skills.

• Strong computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Visio, and PowerPoint.

• Positive and professional attitude and demeanor, and ability to work both independently and within a team.

• Preferred:

• Master’s degree in related field and 2+ years of related experience

• Experience in an engineering role that included a substantial business/financial focus

• Computer scientist knowledge, to include data analytics, predictive analysis, automation development, and reporting.

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Compensation

The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$80510 - $107340 in these states: AR, ID, KY, LA, ME, MS, NE, SC, and SD.

$84740 - $112980 in these states: AZ, AL, FL, GA, IN, IA, KS, MO, MT, NM, ND, OH, OK, PA, TN, UT, VT, WV, WI, and WY.

$88980 - $118630 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NV, NH, NC, OR, and RI.

$93210 - $124280 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DE, DC, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.

As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs.

What to Expect Next

Based on your job application information you may be given the opportunity to complete a video interview immediately after applying. This will include a set of questions for you to record a response to in addition to Game Challenges. Completion of this video interview is a requirement in order to be considered for our open position. Now not a good time? No worries, we will also send you an email with a link to complete the video interview. We strongly recommend that you complete this within 5 days of your application date.

Requisition #: 335809

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 (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . 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.

Salary Range

Salary Min :

80510

Salary Max :

124280

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.

This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/compensation-information) We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here. (https://centurylinkbenefits.com)

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.

Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Application Deadline

12/25/2024