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.
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
The Senior Federal Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, execution, and technical oversight of Inside Plant (ISP) telecommunications infrastructure for Federal customers. This role performs site assessments, develops engineering documentation, interfaces directly with government stakeholders, and supports installation teams to ensure successful, compliant project delivery. The position requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively within secure Federal environments.
The Main Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed site surveys to determine ISP build requirements for proposal development and project planning.
- Develop comprehensive Basis of Estimates (BOEs), including labor, materials, Other Direct Charges (ODCs), and travel.
- Interface directly with Government customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal engineering and project teams.
- Produce complete Engineering Design Packages (EDPs) and installation documentation for ISP telecommunications systems.
- Design, fabricate, modify, and evaluate telecommunications equipment and supporting components.
- Engineer cable tray systems, cable pathways, and conveyance infrastructure for ISP environments.
- Develop and validate project schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
- Support the installation, integration, and troubleshooting of metro and wide‑area network equipment.
- Provide engineering guidance to Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) installation teams.
- Coordinate subcontractors, materials, tools, and equipment to meet project deadlines and budget constraints.
- Ensure adherence to Federal requirements, customer site standards, and company policies.
- Perform testing of DS‑1, DS‑3, SONET, and Optical Ethernet circuits using BERTs, OTDRs, optical power meters, and related test equipment.
- Update and maintain network drawings and technical documentation using AutoCAD, Microsoft Visio, and other engineering applications.
- Participate in technical reviews, risk assessments, configuration management, and quality control activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We Look For in a Candidate
Required
- Minimum five (5) years of applicable systems engineering and telecommunications installation experience.
- Hands‑on experience with SONET, DWDM, and Ethernet transport equipment.
- Working knowledge of equipment from Lucent, Ciena/Nortel, Infinera, Cisco, or similar vendors.
- Associate degree in Engineering, Electronics, Networking, or related technical/vocational discipline; equivalent experience considered.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
- Strong documentation skills, including proficiency with AutoCAD, Visio, and engineering software tools.
- Ability to work directly with Federal customers and communicate effectively in technical and non‑technical settings.
- Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
- Up to 50% travel may be required
Preferred
- Knowledge of Outside Plant (OSP) engineering practices.
- Experience performing fiber characterization, loss budgeting, or power‑level analysis.
- Familiarity with Federal contracting environments, security protocols, and compliance standards.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers or supporting cross‑functional teams.
- Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a secure operational environment
- Effective communication and customer‑facing skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Solid understanding of Layer 1–Layer 3 networking concepts
- Proficiency with optical and copper test equipment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or advanced degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science and experience, or a strong interest in, the cybersecurity field.
- 5+ years of experience in Information Security, Information Assurance (IA), or Cyber Security programs.
- 5+ years of experience with system security concepts, system security assessments, threat and vulnerability management, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, vulnerability mitigation, and/or implementing and managing penetration testing tools.
- 5+ years of experience in reporting status and recommendations for improvements to either federal government or commercial leadership. Develop and implement patch management methodologies using various automation toolsets
- Demonstrated ability to work in a consultative manner with others, i.e. establish rapport, interview/fact-find, define requirements, present options/recommend solutions, follow-up, and customer focused behavior.
- Proven ability to work in a dynamic team environment with changing requirements and competing priorities
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:
$82,969 - $110,625 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.
$87,117 - $116,156 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.
$91,266 - $121,688 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. 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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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. 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.
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