Sr Engineer - Federal

Lumen Technologies; United States; Remote; USD 82,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead system integration efforts and enhance security services. This role involves collaborating with teams to optimize solutions, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with security protocols. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cybersecurity, network operations, and system architecture. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and offers the flexibility to thrive while making a lasting impact in the digital landscape. If you are passionate about technology and security, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Life Insurance

Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits

Financial Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Information Security and Cyber Security programs.
• Knowledge of network access and protection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead system integration efforts including design, testing, and validation.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues as they arise.

Skills

Computer Network Operations

Network Security

Software Coding

Encryption Techniques

Cross-Domain Solutions

System Security Concepts

Penetration Testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Advanced degree in Computer Science

Tools

Automation Toolsets

Job description

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 Sr Engineer will lead and participate in multiple team environments and to provide independent efforts to all aspects of system integration including design, needs analysis, design review, testing, implementation, and validation. As a highly technical and hands-on position, the Sr Engineer will be responsible for systems in support of Lumen’s Government and commercial managed security services platforms addressing .gov and critical infrastructure protection missions.

The Main Responsibilities

• Recommends optimized solutions to support current and long-range planning and collaborates with project team leads in the selection, recommendation, and approvals of tools and technologies to improve efficiencies, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction.
• Create and maintain reports for patch compliance and system audit data.
• Participate in ongoing operational projects.
• Provide recommendations for system automation.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues as they arise. Document issues and associated resolutions to problems.
• Participate in OS patch management and coordination.
• Develop and test Windows security patch packages.
• Troubleshoot Windows OS and Microsoft application security patch installations.
• Ongoing maintenance & administration of assigned systems.
• Adherence to policies, processes, and procedures within your areas of responsibility.
• Assistance with the execution of projects related to areas of responsibility.
• Evaluate, build, integrate, test and prepare systems for operational use and patches for rapid remediation and deployment.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Basic Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience should include computer network operations, network access and protection techniques and technologies, software coding, encryption, and cross-domain solutions.
• Knowledge and experience in system architecture and engineering disciplines. Specific technical knowledge of enterprise level networking and network security.
• Available 24/7 for Network Outages and Maintenance window work.
• Must be willing to work rotating, on-call, and or work after hours as needed.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen with an active DoD TOP SECRET/SCI Level clearance.

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:

$82,969.00 - $110,625.00 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.
$87,117.00 - $116,156.00 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.
$91,266.00 - $121,688.00 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.