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Field Systems Engineer - Military Health IT (DDIL)
Rackner
Remote, United States
Assignments may include overseas and austere environments with limited infrastructure or network connectivity. Candidates should be comfortable performing hands-on engineering work in these…
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Telecommunications Engineer, Fiber
SpaceX
College Station, TX
As a Telecommunications Engineer at SpaceX, you will work in a complex environment designing and supporting a variety of critical infrastructure. The IT Network Infrastructure Engineering…
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Technical Systems Engineer II (Full-Time) - United States
Cisco
RTP, NC
- Full-time
As a Technical Systems Engineer, you will maintain the health and performance of our cloud development environments to prevent system downtime. Build automated deployment workflows to…
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Enterprise Security Systems, Senior Engineer II
Sempra
San Diego, CA
…system architecture, platform integrations, and supporting infrastructure including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, alarm monitoring, security operations center…
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ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician - SIGN-ON UP TO $10K
Vertiv Corporation
Denver, CO
- $95 USD / hour
Field Engineer - Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV)
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ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician - SIGN-ON UP TO $10K
Vertiv Corporation
Denver, CO
- $95 USD / hour
Field Engineer - Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV)
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Software Development Engineer II - Regression Infrastructure, Trainium Manufacturing Infrastucture
Amazon
Austin, TX
Our Annapurna Labs team at Amazon is looking for a Software Development Engineer to own the regression infrastructure that every manufacturing software release depends on. Before new test…
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Cloud Systems Engineer
AppGate Cybersecurity, Inc.
Remote, United States
- $135,000 to $150,000 USD / year
Design and engineer cloud-based services, systems, and infrastructure that meet mission and technical requirements.
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Software Engineer Data & AI II (Full Time) – United States
Cisco
San Jose, CA · RTP, NC · San Francisco, CA · Seattle, WA · Carlsbad, CA
- Full-time
You are a passionate software engineer with expertise in developing scalable data pipelines, designing robust analytics platforms, and building infrastructure to support machine learning…
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Firewall Operations Engineer
SAIC
Beltsville, MD
First-hand experience with supporting the monitoring and configuration of Firewall/DMZ infrastructure including Network and Application Firewall Packet Filtering technologies (Palo Alto,…
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Cloud Data Engineer
Deloitte US
Atlanta, GA · Boston, MA · Charlotte, NC · Cincinnati, OH · Cleveland, OH · Columbus, OH · Dallas, TX · Denver, CO · Detroit, MI · Houston, TX · Indianapolis, IN · Kansas City, MO · Los Angeles, CA · McLean, VA · Miami, FL · Minneapolis, MN · Morristown, NJ · Nashville, TN · NY · Philadelphia, PA · Pittsburgh, PA · Rosslyn, VA · Sacramento, CA · San Diego, CA · San Francisco, CA · San Jose, CA · Seattle, WA · St. Louis, MO · Stamford, CT · Tampa, FL · Tempe, AZ
…integrated/verticalized sector solutions in software, data, AI, network, and hybrid cloud infrastructure. These solutions are powered by engineering for business advantage, transforming…
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Security Solutions Architect II
Allied Universal
Wyoming, MI
Working knowledge of network infrastructure, including switches, routers, IP configuration, CCNA or equivalent certification, is preferred. Equivalent work experience may be considered in…
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GMW II - General Maintenance Worker II - M-F 2pm – 10:30pm (Stanford Healthcare Center)
EMCOR Government Services, Inc.
Livermore, CA
…Bay Region. The technician will report to the Assistant Chief Engineer and lead key initiatives in an assigned geographical territory to ensure the effective, efficient, and timely delivery…
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Linux Systems Administrator
Everwatch
Annapolis Junction, MD
- $76.93 to $96.16 USD / hour
As a Linux engineer on our team, you have the chance to shape Air Force Intelligence Operations capabilities by leading creating Linux-based solutions for global, multi-infrastructure…
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Linux Systems Administrator
Everwatch
Annapolis Junction, MD
- $86.54 to $110.58 USD / hour
As a Linux engineer on our team, you have the chance to shape Air Force Intelligence Operations capabilities by leading creating Linux-based solutions for global, multi-infrastructure…
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Senior Network Engineer - TS/SCI w CI Poly
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McLean, VA
- $160,000 to $200,000 USD / year
TITLE: Senior Network Engineer, AI Data Center Infrastructure
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Cloud Engineer Senior w/Secret Clearance
TekSynap
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We are seeking a Cloud Engineer Senior to join our team supporting an ITES task order.
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Systems Engineer II
California Institute Of Technology Jet Propulsion Laboratory
United States
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Security Architect II
IGH ICW GROUP HOLDINGS, INC.
San Diego, CA
…implementation patterns. Working across business, technology, security, infrastructure, data, and delivery teams, the Security Architect II promotes consistent risk-based decisions and…
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Infrastructure Engineer II
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United States
Support and maintain core network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls and wireless environments (75% of time)
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Cross Domain Network Engineer, Lead
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Washington, DC
As a Cross Domain Network Engineer on our team, you'll help the DoD deploy a reliable network to support national defense. You'll work with customer to learn the strategic goals and…
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Cloud, Deployment & DevSecOps Engineer
Nominal
NY · WA
Harden Kubernetes and EKS environments, including workload identity, network policies and runtime security.
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Software Development Engineer II - Regression Infrastructure, Trainium Manufacturing Infrastucture
Annapurna Labs (U.S.) Inc.
Austin, TX · Cupertino, CA
Our Annapurna Labs team at Amazon is looking for a Software Development Engineer to own the regression infrastructure that every manufacturing software release depends on. Before new test…
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Software Development Engineer II, AWS Throttling
Amazon
Seattle, WA
As an engineer on our team you will become an expert in what we have already built and help us improve what we have by implementing new features and improving the ones that already exist.
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DevSecOps Security Engineer
Leidos
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Lumen

Planner II

Madison, WI, United States

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Job details

Experience: 3+ years of related experience
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI‑powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high‑performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.

At Lumen, you’ll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what’s next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.

This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you’re ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today.

The Role

Planning Engineer II is a remote-based full-time position, individual contributor who is part of the Local/ILEC Edge Planning team in Lumen’s North American Operations group.

Creates plans to enable Lumen's network in support of multi-gig services/products for residential and business customers. Manages the network elements and evaluates capacity utilization. Forecasts and trends bandwidth growth to produce capacity triggers for bandwidth relief. Submits projects based on capacity triggers. These activities are in support of both Inside & Outside Plant planning activities in the assigned wire centers

The Main Responsibilities

Research, plan and release projects to engineering.
Develop electronics, fiber feeder and distribution desktop costing estimate for new residential & overbuild projects.
Develop lit/dark fiber desktop costing estimate for cell tower projects.
Develop planning handoff package to engineering partners.
Anticipate capacity requirements in the network utilizing forecast data, existing network inventory data, strategic planning data.
Perform network analysis and review to determine optimal network architecture for funding.
Perform other strategic planning activities including but not limited to Grants, RDOF, as business needs dictate.
Perform other support activities including but not limited to road moves, rehab, DSI growth & HSI augment.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Minimum:

2+ years in Inside plant, Outside plant & Passive Optical Network.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and relevant experience.
Experience with Metro/Ethernet network a plus.
Experience with GSA (GE Smallworld) or any GIS-based planning tools.
Knowledge of Outside Plant Copper and Fiber Optic Cable (Underground, Aerial, Buried) and manhole and conduit design.
Knowledge of Fiber to the Tower, Fiber to the Business, Fiber to the Node and Fiber to the Home Architectures and Technologies.
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel or equivalent program. Requires use of systems, including but not limited to GSA, Google Earth, Fireworks, etc.
Strong writing, analytical and presentation skills.
Must be highly adept at collaborating and communicating with others, at all levels in the organization.
Work independently with little or no oversight, be able to self-manage their workload and deliver all projects to meet SLA/deadlines.

Preferred:

Master's degree
3+ years of related experience
Experience in an engineering role that included a substantial business financial focus

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

$67,703 - $90,270 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

$71,088 - $94,784 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI

$74,474 - $99,297 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA 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.

Learn more about Lumen's:

Benefits (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/benefits-statement)

Bonus Structure

Requisition #: 343546

Life at Lumen

Life at Lumen is human and connected, even in a fast moving, AI‑focused organization. We set clear expectations and trust people to meet them. With real support and shared accountability, teams collaborate better, move faster, and deliver meaningful outcomes.

Our Lumen 8 behaviors guide how we interact, make decisions, and work together, shaping a culture built to perform and win.

To learn more about Life at Lumen and how we live the Lumen 8, please visit:

https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/life-at-lumen

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 (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . 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.

Privacy Notice

Lumen is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected during the recruitment and hiring process. Our Applicant 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 Global Employment Applicant and Talent Community Privacy Notice, please visit:

https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/privacy-notice

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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Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.

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Skills

Research
Strategic planning
GIS
Microsoft Excel
Presentation skills
Work independently

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