Change Control Manager - Lumen : Job Details

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The Change Control Manager, Federal Programs oversees the change control process in support of the Air Force (AF) Base Infrastructure Modernization Program (BIM) and has overall accountability to the Lumen BIM program office. BIM is a multi-award indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (ID/IQ) contract in support of AF Base Area Network (BAN) efforts to modernize and sustain approximately one-hundred and eighty-seven (187) installations globally over the ten-year period of performance. BIM will modernize the Non-classified Internet Protocol Router (NIPR) and Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPR) BAN through a hybrid as-a-service model utilizing contractor provided networking services. The BAN architecture is comprised of wired network components, wireless network components, inside plant cabling, outside plant cabling, and distribution services. The contractor will modernize, operate, and maintain base network infrastructure to meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

The Change Control Manager is responsible for oversight and management of the change control process for the DAF BIM Program, ensuring all changes are documented, reviewed, and approved in accordance with established procedures and Air Force BIM Program Office requirements. The role requires extensive experience managing very large, worldwide, complex projects, across multiple Task Orders.

Allows for Work from Home in Colorado, Texas, Virginia, Washington D.C., and West Virginia.

Travel, up to 25%, required.

Coordinate with various stakeholders, including program managers, engineers, and subcontractors, to assess the impact of proposed changes and develop mitigation strategies.Develop and implement change management plans, including communications plans, training plans, and risk management plans.Monitor and report on the status of change requests, ensuring timely resolution of issues and effective implementation of approved changes.Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and policies, including those related to security and data protection.Provide guidance and support to team members on change control processes and best practices.Prepare and present change control reports and updates to senior management and other stakeholders.Plans, integrates, and directs cross-functional customer engagements at all levels by non-sales and sales teams to grow the business and ensure customer satisfaction.Ensures that all work performed meets the PWS requirements within the schedule and staffing constraints of the contract.Assesses and mitigates operational risks and issues requiring Director level approval authority.Enables Integrated Lab and Testing activities evaluating leading-edge technologies and multi-vendor models to meet current and future customer requirements. Has a strong technical background that facilitates understanding of Government technical requirements and communication with the Government BIM PMO.Works closely with Government BIM PMO-specified personnel to facilitate effective planning and accomplishment of critical objectives in a timely manner.Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of all assigned weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual contract deliverables.

Skills:

Strategic visionary with exceptionally strong communication, persuasion, and analytical problem-solving skills.

Experience leading change control processes on large scale programs.

Demonstrated ability to make decisive decisions at the strategic level and capability to provide tailored guidance and direction to achieve results.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree with strong experience in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related scientific or technical discipline or equivalent work experience.

Five (5) years of experience in Program/Technical Project Management leading organizations and managing complex networks preferably with the Department of Defense and specifically with DAF is desired.

Technical Project Management experience, specifically executing change management supporting the installation of infrastructure modernization.

Must maintain eligibility requirements for access to classified information (applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation.

Other Requirements:

Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Certification,

Secret Clearance with ability to be cleared for additional program access.

Project Management Institute Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

BISCI Registered Telecommunications Project Manager (RTPM) Certification a plus.

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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

$99,390.00 - $132,510.00 in these states: WV.$104,360.00 - $139,140.00 in these states: CO.$109,330.00 - $145,770.00 in these states: DC, TX, and VA.

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.

Requisition #: 335958

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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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