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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. 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.

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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 powerprogress. 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.The RoleSAIC seeks aLumen 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.The Main Responsibilities<ul><li>WAN Architecture & Design Engineering.</li><li>Develop WAN/transport design recommendations for mission networks: site connectivity, segmentation, resiliency, and performance engineering across classified and unclassified enclaves.</li><li>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.</li><li>Develop optimized WAN transport options using OTN and ITU-T standards (G.709, G.798, G.872); apply MPLS/IP, Ethernet, VPN/IPsec, SD-WAN, and modern secure access patterns (SASE/SSE) where applicable.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>Create/maintain engineering and compliance evidence (device configuration baselines, DISA STIG notes/checklists, boundary descriptions, diagrams, status reports) to support audits and RMF/ATO.</li><li>Support operational projects and maintenance windows; assist implementation teams during turn-ups, migrations, and service transitions.</li><li>Recommend automation/standardization of repeatable engineering tasks (configuration generation, validation checks, documentation workflows) consistent with program approvals.</li><li>Troubleshoot complex hardware/software/network issues (as requested); document problems, root causes, and resolutions; feed lessons learned into package templates and standards.</li><li>Support WAN capacity planning across sites/segments (bandwidth, optical/Carrier Ethernet where applicable, routing headroom, power/cooling constraints, lifecycle/EOL).</li><li>Support L0 circuit delivery/integration/activation and service migrations: coordinate with providers, validate acceptance criteria, and update as-built documentation.</li><li>Provide inputs to design review packages; update network drawings (e.g., Visio) and route maps to reflect approved designs and as-built changes.</li><li>Develop ROM estimates and cost models for new sites, routes, and WAN services.</li><li>Operational Support, Provider Coordination, and Documentation</li><li>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.</li><li>Provide Tier 3/4 troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for WAN/transport issues and recommend corrective actions.</li><li>Support RMF/ATO by producing required network engineering evidence: diagrams; port/protocol/service documentation; boundary descriptions; STIG checklists/implementation notes; and as-built configurations.</li><li>Deliver technical design reviews, implementation-readiness briefings, and mission-impact assessments to the SAIC Chief Engineer and operational teams.</li></ul>What We Look For in a Candidate<ul><li>US Citizenship is required.</li><li>Active TS/SCI or SCI Eligible.</li><li>IAT Level I/II/III Certification.</li><li>Travel is required</li><li>Education/experience: BA/BS +17 years; or MS + 13 years; or PhD/JD + 10 years related experience.</li><li>14+ years progressive WAN/transport engineering, network architecture, or telecommunications experience, including deployable implementation/job packages.</li><li>Deep expertise in:</li><li>OTN and ITU-T standards (G.709, G.798, G.872).</li><li>MPLS/IP, Ethernet, VPN/IPsec overlays, and enterprise/carrier WAN design patterns.</li><li>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.</li><li>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).</li><li>Task/work-order execution support: design reviews, implementation readiness coordination, and design-to-field discrepancy resolution.</li><li>Technical writing/communications: concise engineering documentation and briefings for technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Consultative skills: rapport, fact-finding, requirements definition, options/recommendations, follow-through, customer focus; thrives with competing priorities.</li></ul>CompensationThis 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$132,232 - $176,310 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 WY$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 WALumen 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:Benefits (Bonus Structure#LI-RemoteRequisition #: 342128Background ScreeningIf 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 OpportunitiesWe 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.Privacy NoticeLumen is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected during the recruitment and hiring process. Our Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect applicant information, as well as how individuals may request access to or deletion of their personal data.To review Lumen's Privacy Notice, please visit:DisclaimerThe 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. 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At Lumen, talent matters. We place employees with the greatest potential in the most impactful roles by providing you with the tools to level up in your career. We are a global company of approximately 38,000 professionals dedicated to unleash the world's digital potential. Lumen frees businesses from the legacy communication experiences holding them back today by making IT environments more user-friendly and intuitive. Our experience-first approach to networking, edge cloud and cybersecurity connects people, data and apps quickly, securely and effortlessly. We ignite business growth and accelerate innovation for 8 of the 10 most valuable brands in the world. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, the government, and communities deliver amazing experiences.

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Network Design Engineer V (WAN /Job Package Engineer) ABMS

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Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Automation

Bill of Materials (BOM)

Calendar Management

Capacity Management

Change Control

Circuit Design

Corporate Communications

Corrective Action

Cost Control

Cost Estimates

Cost Modeling

Cryptography

Customer Relations

Customer Satisfaction

Design Patterns Programming Methodologies

Documentation

Embedded Systems

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Ethernet

Facilities Engineering

Follow Through

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Genetics

IP (Internet Protocol)

IPsec (IP Security)

Identify Issues

Internet Security

MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching)

Microsoft Visio

Network Architecture/Engineering

Network Connectivity

Network Design

Network Routers

Network Routing

Network Security

Online Communications

Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF)

Operational Support

Optical Ethernet

Performance Engineering

Problem Solving Skills

QoS (Quality of Service)

Requirements Management

Research Skills

Risk Analysis

Risk Management

Root Cause Analysis

Sales

School Attendance

Technical Delivery

Technical Leadership

Technical Presentation

Technical Support

Technical Writing

Technical/Engineering Design

Telecommunications

Test Plan/Schedule

Transportation Engineering

United States Citizen

VPN (Virtual Private Network)

Validation Documentation

Validation Plan

Validation Testing

Wide Area Network (WAN)

Willing to Travel

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Support development of project management best practices and initiatives, coordinating SOPs/SIPs with vendors, and participating in global and regional standards</li><li>Forecasting - Support project controls team with forecasting and budget efforts as required. Share current project status with upstream and downstream partners, ensuring crisp and complete handoffs between teams</li><li>Technical Reviews - Establish milestones for equipment purchase and track and report against these milestones Assist with the selection and review of a contractor to support the structured cabling work within a data center</li><li>Metrics - Report progress and risks on site projects and other initiatives to key stakeholders</li><li>Workflow - Work with installation partners to establish and track milestones. Conduct pre-project planning, project handoffs, and ensure design delivery and verification. 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Work closely with the relevant teams to proactively communicate progress and project risks and initiatives to key stakeholders</li><li>Safety - Ensure that vendors adhere to safety obligations in accordance with local regulations and DEC Safety best practices. Lead a 'safety first' evironment, with open and transparent communication. Acknowledging appropriate EHS practices</li><li>Travel - Position is remote and will require a minimum of 50% travel</li></ol>Minimum Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:<ol start="16"><li>5+ years experience in project management</li><li>Experience engaging and guiding stakeholders</li><li>Experience providing solutions to construction related problems</li><li>Experience with Google Workspace</li></ol>Preferred Qualifications:Preferred Qualifications:<ol start="20"><li>Experience in leading deployments of Network/Structure cabling infrastructure</li><li>Experience reviewing and leading installations to design documents and specifications</li><li>Data center development and/or construction management experience</li><li>Experience with fiber optic testing at scale, inclusive of complex troubleshooting</li><li>Experience with Primavera 6</li><li>Experience managing IT or IP Network deployment projects in a mission critical environment requiring coordination across multiple disciplines for the delivery of a common goal</li><li>Experience with outside plant cabling (OSP) deployments including OTDR/OLTS testing</li><li>Experience with Quality Assurance and Quality Control, including progressive inspections and acceptance</li><li>Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)</li><li>Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)</li><li>Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies</li></ol>Public Compensation:$123,000/year to $176,000/year + bonus + equity + benefitsIndustry: InternetEqual Opportunity:Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. 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