Sr Lead Technical Proj Manager - Federal - Lumen : Job Details

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The Senior Lead Technical Project Manager is a vital position responsible for managing the technical infrastructure of an existing optical network. This is a critical position which requires strong acumen as well as sound interpersonal communication and technical skills for interactions with customers, contractors, and internal corporate personnel. This position will report directly to the Sr. Manager Federal Programs and will provide technical leadership and direction to ensure required actions are taken to meet customer requirements.

• Leads a team of operations personnel at three 24x7x365 geographically separate Network Operations Centers (NOC).

• On call 24x7x365 to respond to all network related issues.• Delivers support to business development through regular customer interface.• Provides oversight for the day-to-day Network Management/Defense activities and all aspects of NOC operations.• Participates in the analysis, source selection, acquisition, and installation of hardware, software, and facilities.• Develops or enhances current policies, procedures or reporting templates, and obtains feedback from all affected groups to meet customer requests.• Interfaces with network users and customers on status reporting and coordinating downtime for ASIs, PMIs, and exercises.• Develops and presents professional impromptu and prepared briefings to senior-level military and civilian leaders.• Composes professionally written documentation to support the diverse operations environment.• Formulates quick, sound decisions based on experience, established procedures, and available data.• Assesses and documents subordinate personnel and makes the tough decisions to identify top performers.

• Completes monthly and quarterly metrics.• Inputs NOC data into PowerPoint and presents at weekly customer meetings.• Estimated 5% of the time is travel; however, the amount of travel is dependent on the current mission requirement and operations environment.• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications• Top Secret security clearance mandatory and current SCI indoctrination is mandatory.• Prior NOC experience is mandatory.• Prior Supervisory experience is mandatory.• Ten or more years of experience in the Information Technology field and five or more years working in a fast-paced operations center environment.• Previous experience with Government networks and customers.Education• Associate degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Defense, or like discipline preferredSkills.• Ability to work in a high stress environment and collaborate very closely with peers.• Maintain familiarity with various vendor platforms for optical networks – Ciena, Cisco, Juniper.• Knowledge of long-haul communications equipment such as SONET, fiber optical multiplexers and DWDM and understanding of LAN/WAN software/hardware technical support.• Knowledge of physical, operational, and communication security processes and procedures.

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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$129,080 - $172,100in these states: 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 #: 335864

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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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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 informationhere.We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

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