Operations Technician II - PUB SEC

Lumen is the trusted network for AI. Weu2019re 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 whatu2019s 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. Weu2019re looking for top-tier talent ready to take on the challenge. Join us in building the future. The Role The Operations Technician will work in a fast-paced, 24/7/365 environment supporting Lumen SLED (State, Local, Educational) customers. Each customer has unique requirements and support processes. The Main Responsibilities + Support 24/7/365 operations for 22 individual customers. + Monitor network devices using multiple platforms, including SolarWinds and the Meraki Dashboard. + Provide and maintain support services for internal teams in support of customer needs. + Create and maintain trouble tickets for break/fix incidents, customer requests, and escalations. + Perform basic configuration changes on supported devices. + Respond to team communications in a timely and professional manner. What We Look For in a Candidate Basic Qualifications: u2022 Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust suitability for the duration of employment with Lumen. u2022 Ability to communicate clearly with customers, Lumen support teams, and team members. u2022 Comfortable communicating professionally via phone, email, and Microsoft Teams. u2022 Willingness to work a shift-based schedule to support 24/7 coverage, including weekends and holidays. This role is scheduled for Sundayu2013Thursday, 3:00 p.m. ET to 11:30 p.m. ET. Preferred Qualifications: u2022 Associate degree in a related field, or equivalent experience in a high-paced NOC (Network Operations Center) environment. u2022 Foundational understanding of networking technologies aligned with entry-level Cisco and Juniper certifications. u2022 Familiarity with tools and technologies such as Cisco, Meraki, SDWAN, circuit testing, SolarWinds, and WebHelpDesk (or similar ticketing systems), as well as new technologies introduced to meet customer needs. u2022 Ability to work consultatively with others (e.g., establish rapport, ask effective questions, gather facts, present options, recommend solutions, follow up, and maintain a customer-focused approach). u2022 Demonstrated ability to work effectively 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 $56,900 - $76,000 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 $59,850 - $79,800 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI $62,700 - $83,600 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 ( Bonus Structure #LI-Remote Requisition #: 341640 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 (. 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, u201cprotected statusesu201d). 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 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 Lumenu2019s Privacy Notice, please visit: 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. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. 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. 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Created: 2026-03-30