Lead IT Systems Engineer - Public Sector

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.

Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We’re transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale in an AI-driven world.

By connecting people, data, and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly, we help organizations move faster and unlock what’s next.

At Lumen, people power progress. Our culture is built on teamwork, trust, and transparency, giving you the flexibility, support, and opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’re looking for top-tier talent ready to take on the challenge. Join us in building the future.

This is a highly technical and hands-on position requiring the selected candidate to both lead and participate in multiple team environments and to provide independent efforts to all aspects of system integration including design, analysis, design review, testing, implementation, and validation. The candidate should be a self-starter and can work independently with little to no supervision.

This is a highly technical and hands-on position requiring the selected candidate to both lead and participate in multiple team environments and to provide independent efforts to all aspects of system integration including design, analysis, design review, testing, implementation, and validation. The candidate should be a self-starter and can work independently with little to no supervision.

• The candidate will have demonstrated knowledge and experience in system architecture and engineering disciplines.
• 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.
• Develop, troubleshoot, and optimize Docker containers and containerized applications across development, test, and production environments.
• Centrally orchestrate the use of multiple containers, replication, high-availability, and deployment.
• Evaluate, Build, Integrate, Test and Prepare brand new systems for operational use. As well as developing quick fixes for rapid remediation and deployment to current production systems.
• Deploy, configure, and administer systems in Google Cloud Platform.
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures based upon system security and functional requirements.
• Designs requirements-based technical solutions in support of new projects and assists with transition of the solution and design into production.
• Evaluates and recommends future technologies and methodologies that will enhance future capabilities.
• Supports due diligence activities including site surveys, design, design review, bill of materials creation, statement of work creation, vendor negotiation and coordination, proposal generation, and proposal delivery.
• 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.
• Mentor teammates by helping them learn new technologies where needed.
• Provide rapid operational support, troubleshooting, and resolution to production equipment.

• 5+ years of current Linux systems engineering experience (RHEL, Rocky). Strong understanding of Linux networking concepts and effectively utilizes native Linux capabilities.
• 3+ years Docker or Kubernetes experience deploying, managing, and troubleshooting within the environment
• 3+ years with Google Cloud Platform or Amazon Web Services
• 3+ years with automation in Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Available for Network Outages and Maintenance window work.
• Ability to work with coworkers and customers to troubleshoot technical problems
• Ability to travel
• Hybrid role where the candidate will need to be onsite once a week
• Willingness to install and lift physical hardware equipment

Candidate must be a US Citizen with an active Department of Defense TOP SECRET clearance

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