Senior Network Inventory SME

Senior Network Inventory SME
DURATION:6+ months
Location: Remote, Armonk, NY, 10504

seeking a Senior Network Inventory Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a large-scale OSS transformation initiative for a leading North American service provider in Armonk, NY. This program involves migrating legacy OSS platforms to a modern inventory ecosystem while simultaneously executing high-volume circuit grooming across TDM, optical, and packet networks. Summary: This role sits at the intersection of network engineering, OSS inventory integrity, and automation. You will play a critical role in resolving provisioning fallout, ensuring inventory accuracy, and enabling scalable, AI-assisted operational workflows. We are looking for true SMEs who can operate in war room environments, trace circuits end-to-end, and stabilize inventory during large-scale network change.

* Experience: 8 years in telecom networking, OSS inventory, or transport engineering roles

Transport and Networking Expertise:
* Strong hands-on experience with TDM hierarchy (DS0, DS1, DS3, STS-1, OC-n)
* Deep understanding of SONET/SDH, DWDM, and packet-based transport
* Experience grooming legacy circuits onto Ethernet, OTN, or wavelength services

OSS and Inventory Systems:
* Strong experience with inventory/design/assign systems
* Familiarity with Blue Planet Inventory (preferred)
* Working knowledge of legacy platforms such as TIRKS, PRO, or ARM

Circuit Standards and Processes:
* Proficiency in Telecordia/Common Language standards (ECCKT, CLCI, ASR workflows)

Analytical and Troubleshooting Skills:
* Proven ability to trace complex circuit paths and diagnose provisioning failures
* Strong root cause analysis and cross-system debugging experience

Nice to Have:
* OSS migration/transformation experience
* PRO, ARM(AMDOCS), TIRKS inventory knowledge
* Blue Planet Inventory knowledge
* Python or automation exposure
* AI/automation workflow experience