Senior Optical Transport Implementation Engineer - Pub Sec
About The Position
The Senior Optical Transport Implementation Engineer provides advanced Tier II support for a nationwide fiber optic transport network and network support for two geographically separated Network Operation Centers (NOCs). The role is operationally responsible for IP and network management applications associated with IP and transport platforms and for maintaining availability of IP and network management services in engineering and operations environments. The engineer performs transport network management as a technical subject matter expert, handles Tier II escalations, and coordinates network implementation, deactivation, and decommissioning work. The role also supports provisioning, configuration, testing, turn-up, and documentation activities in coordination with lead engineers and the NOC. The position requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance, participation in after-hours on-call support as needed, and work in a shift environment supporting 24x7 operations. Up to 10% travel may be expected.
Requirements
- Requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
- On-call after-hours support as required.
- Ability to work in a shift environment supporting 24x7 operations.
- Up to 10% travel can be expected.
- Technical skills and experience in the OTN/SONET/DWDM profession.
- Ability to operate and accomplish technical tasks with minimum guidance.
- Security+ or equivalent IAT/IAM/IASAE Level 2 of DoD 8570.1 is required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in an Information Technology field.
- At least 5 years of experience in a network management environment.
- High proficiency in the OTN/SONET/DWDM profession.
- Expertise in network management protocols, tools, and products such as One Control, MCP, DNA, TNMS, and Remedy.
- Fluency with Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Ciena OC-A certification.
- High-level knowledge of DWDM, SONET, OTN, and TDM technology.
Responsibilities
- Perform Transport Network Management functions in engineering and operations environments as a technical subject matter expert.
- Work Tier II trouble escalations for SONET, OTN, and DWDM issues.
- Troubleshoot and coordinate Tier II network implementation projects; serve as the technical point of contact for service provisioning, configurations, and test and turn-up processes.
- Interface with Lead Engineers regarding network requirements and designs.
- Coordinate Tier II network deactivation and decommissioning of transport SONET, OTN, and DWDM devices.
- Write and maintain technical operational documentation and SOPs for the Transport discipline supporting the NOC.
- Develop and maintain Circuit Layout Records, network diagrams, and other supporting documentation.
- Review and provide feedback on network as-builts, Engineering Development Plans, and configuration management drawings.
Benefits
- A comprehensive package featuring health, life, and voluntary lifestyle benefits and other perks supporting physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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