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About Lumen

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

Lumen’s Public Sector Technology Solutions Support team is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Solution Architect Manager to join our DoD Solutions Support team. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in the Department of Defense (DoD) space and experience managing personnel. A deep understanding of the EIS contract and other DoD contracts is essential for this role.

The professional in this role must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information (Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation. DoD clearance of Top Secret preferred).

Location

This is a Hybrid position that allows the professional residing within Virginia, Washington DC Area, Maryland or Colorado to work from home when not in the local office an estimated one to two days weekly.

The Main Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of solution architects and engineers, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet organizational goals. Manage team performance and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Solution Architecture: Oversee the design, development, and implementation of comprehensive technology solutions that meet the strategic and operational needs of DoD clients. Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with best practices.
• EIS and DoD Contract Expertise: Utilize in-depth knowledge of the EIS contract and other relevant DoD contracts to guide solution development and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Client Engagement: Engage with DoD clients to understand their needs, articulate the value of proposed solutions, and establish long-term relationships. Serve as a trusted advisor and advocate for the client.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to define and execute the strategic vision for the DoD solution architecture practice. Contribute to business planning, technology roadmap development, and resource allocation.
• Technical Oversight: Provide technical oversight to ensure architectural integrity and consistency across projects. Review and approve technical designs, ensuring they align with enterprise architecture standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing best practices, process enhancements, and innovative solutions. Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and DoD requirements.

What We Look For in a Candidate:

• Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information (Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation. DoD clearance of Top Secret preferred.
• Experience in the DoD space with a proven track record of delivering complex technology solutions.
• Experience managing teams
• Contract Knowledge: Extensive understanding of the EIS contract and other relevant DoD contracts. Ability to navigate and comply with contractual requirements.
• Technical Expertise: Strong foundation in enterprise architecture, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and network infrastructure. Ability to discuss a wide range of emerging technologies and practices.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent years of experience in the military or private sector
• Communication Skills: Excellent presentation, speaking, and writing skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a broad range of audiences, including senior DoD officials.
• Interpersonal Skills: Proven ability to build strong working relationships that bridge technical and business functions. Demonstrated ability to quickly establish trust with clients and engage with a shared vision for transformation and success.
• Organizational Agility: Ability to navigate and overcome business and technical hurdles, demonstrating the business benefits and operational path required to achieve change. Comfortable working in both direct and matrixed operating structures.

• Travel

  Requirements:

  Occasional

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

$134,579 - $179,435 in these states: CO,

$140,994 - $187,982 in these states: DC, MD, VA,

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.

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What to Expect Next

Based on your job application information you may be given the opportunity to complete a video interview immediately after applying. This will include a set of questions for you to record a response to in addition to Game Challenges. Completion of this video interview is a requirement in order to be considered for our open position. Now not a good time? No worries, we will also send you an email with a link to complete the video interview. We strongly recommend that you complete this within 5 days of your application date.

Requisition #: 337739

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

. 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.

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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Application Deadline

07/01/2025