[{"country_short": "USA", "city": "MINNEAPOLIS", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle SR ENGINEER\nReq ID 5687BR\nPosting Location MN,MINNEAPOLIS\nBusiness Unit Network Operations\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description Broadband Engineering and Support Engineers will, under limited supervision, perform engineering work and applied research and technical support related to the installation, maintenance, development and design of existing and new CenturyLink DSL related services and products.\n\nSenior Technical Support Engineers are responsible for handling moderately complex engineering assignments in order to analyze CTL DSL service performance through data gathering and investigative testing.\n\nThe resulting data will be used to identify inherent DSL related issues in the CTL DSL network, create a plan of action to resolve issues, prioritize action items based on business needs, and manage ADSL technology by establishing operating parameters.\n\nThe primary responsibility of the DSL Technical Support Team is to ensure the reliability of the CTL DSL network and all associated technologies residing within the CTL DSL Arena.\n\nThe members of the Broadband Engineering and Support Team are the Final Tier of Technical Support for many organizations within CTL. Tech Support Engineer's clients include; SLC/BoiseScreening Centers, Tier III, DSL OPS, DSL Infrastructure, Technology Management, DSL Innovations Lab, and the CTL Local Network Central Office and Field Operations. The Broadband Engineering and Support Team provides the aforementioned entities with technical support during normal business hours and provides on call functions as DSL Technical Experts on a 24x7 basis.\n\nSenior Technical Support Engineers perform the following job functions and responsibilities. Provide expert technical guidance, direction and support for ADSL technology to both external customers and internal departments\n\nProvide technical support for the installation and maintenance of subscriber ADSL service to include all aspects of the physical layer including; DSLAM, copper facility, IW and modem.\n\nAnalyze and troubleshoot ADSL issues to resolution while developing documentation resources for all supported entities.\n\nAnalyze data and identify trending in the CTL DSL network. Ensure vendor's accountability for, and compliance with, industry standards along with CTL specific architecture requirements.\n\nInterface with all vendors asociated with the CTL DSL deployment as CTL technical experts. Submit engineering complaints with clear communication of the identified issue and the expected resolution. Communicate technology issues to leadership in clear and understandable terms. Provide leadership and support for all DSL First Office Applications (FOA) of new DSL equipment including; DSLAMs, DSL CPE, DSL test equipment, and new DSL product offerings. \n\nMaintain working understanding and experience with DSLAM hardware and software as it is deployed in the CTL network. Network with team members to resolve issues. Understand desktop O/S and related desk top technical requirements for ADSL.\nJob Requirements \nJob Skills Preferred<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\n* Extensive experience/knowledge in Turn-up, Testing, and Analysis of DSL services, DSLAMs, copper transport, DLC systems, and XDSL protocol.\n\n* Intuitive understanding of XDSL test equipment and protocol analyzers for analysis and trouble isolation of multiple layers of the OSI model.\n\n* Skill in interfacing with lower level engineers and technicians and providing expert guidance and direction for technical issues. \n\n* Understand and research industry changes impacting XDSL and related technologies and protocols.\nJob Skills Required\n\n* Expert understanding and experience with DSLAM hardware and software as currently deployed in the CTL network.\n\n* Expert understanding and experience with XDSL Test sets; HST 3000, and web based tools such as Poll DSLAM, DSLAM EMS, FORTE, Loop Qual Tool.\n\u00b7Expert in XDSL technologies and protocols.              \n\u00b7Expert understanding of Digital and Analog theory, working knowledge of copper plant characteristics  \n\u00b7Expert understanding of layer 1 protocols including but not limited to HDSL, T-1 AMI, B8ZS, ESF, SF and SONET. \n\u00b7Working knowledgeof multiplexors, DCS\u2019s and cross connect technology.\n\u00b7 Working knowledge of ATM.\n\u00b7Intuitive understanding of IP addressing scheme along with TCP/IP, Routing Protocols, RADIUS, DNS, PPP, L2TP, MPLS protocols. \n\u00b7Understand desktop O/S and their technical requirements for ADSL.\n Interfaces with DSLAM and ATM vendors along with transport vendors as QWEST technical expert.\n\u00b7Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or other Telecommunications related degree OR equivalent work experience. \n\u00b7Three or more years specific work experience related to this position. \n\u00b7Subject matter expert in XDSL/ADSL technologies\n\u00b7Effective oral, written and presentation skills are required. Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the business ( i.e. executive, market unit, technology group, cross-functional work groups and the industry).\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-05-22 18:36:37", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28863459/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "SR ENGINEER", "reqid": "5687BR", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "MINNEAPOLIS, MN", "uid": 28863459}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "OLYMPIA", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle SR PRE SALES ENGINEER\nReq ID 6003BR\nPosting Location WA,OLYMPIA\nBusiness Unit RMG Business Sales & Care\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description \nPrimary job responsibility is to support engineering requirements for LAN/WAN network services and the corresponding customer premise equipment (CPE). Performs as account team technical lead by supporting the team in the sales stage including: telecommunications consulting, proposal preparation support, technical presentations to customers, and the analysis and design of Centurylink complex products and solutions. Train and educate sales teams on products, processes and systems.\nBachelors degree in Engineering or a related field and/or 6-10 years of equivalent experience in sales engineering, systems engineering (networking services, telephony, IP networking equipment), and/or sales\nKnowledge of layer 2 and layer 3 LAN/WAN network design, IP/MPLS network services, voice and video over IP (VoIP) networks.\nUnderstanding of traditional telecommunications services such as SONET, DS3, DS1, circuit switched voice services, and packet switched data services.\nKnowledge of data network CPE including routers, switches, and firewalls from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, and Adtran.\nKnowledge of PBX and IP PBX design solutions, including product determination, sizing, capabilities, etc.\nExperience with the implementation planning for voice and data networks. This includes development of an implementation plan, providing site readiness requirements, and providing any specific technical requirements for the implementation.\nAbility to work autonomously on multiple projects and associated deliverables.\nTime management skills are a critical requirement.\nValid Driver\u2019s License with satisfactory driving record.\nCisco, Juniper, Avaya or other certifications may be helpful but are not required.\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-05-21 20:18:01", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28836964/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "SR PRE SALES ENGINEER", "reqid": "6003BR", "state": "Washington", "state_short": "WA", "location": "OLYMPIA, WA", "uid": 28836964}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "EUGENE", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle Sr. Engineer\nReq ID 6001BR\nPosting Location OR,EUGENE\nOR,PORTLAND\nWA,SEATTLE\nWA,SPOKANE\nBusiness Unit Network Services (Engineering)\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description \nTitle: SREngineer   Req ID 1146  Posting Location Spokane, WA Job DescriptionCore Transport Eng<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\u00b7The Inside Plant Design Engineer under limited supervision will design and ensure implementation of Inside Plant network copper and fiber facilities and elements within a specific geographic area of responsibility.\n\u00b7Project manages design work packages (DWP) in an efficient and effective manner to ensure tasks, milestones, and goals are meet defined timelines and satisfy customer service requirements.\n\u00b7Ensures engineering records and systems remain accurate for the geographic area.\n\u00b7Uses internal engineering application such asCOE-FM, NEDS, BIDMASTER, SAP, ASPEN, FIREWORKS, LCAM, IOT, NDFOS and TIRKSto perform engineering functions.\n\u00b7Interface with Local Network Operations, Field Engineers, and Tactical Planners to develop the most cost effective design providing high quality telecommunication facilities.\n\u00b7Provides input to Network Planning engineers regarding information affecting capacity requirements. Identify and analyze SOW needs for (equipment specifications / requirements) to formulate viable economic design solutions based on resources, costs, and business impact.\n\u00b7Interact with customers, developers, government officials, business office groups, and other partners to plan and review work, share technical and project information, communicate project progress, assess service delivery and manage the accurate and timely completion of projects and reports.\nJob Requirements \nPosition Classification Management Basic Qualifications<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\u00b7Bachelor of Science in Engineer or Computer Science\n\u00b78 years of experience in Inside Plant Design\nPreferred Qualifications\n\u00b7Strong written and verbal communications skills are required as is the ability to work with well in a team environment.\n\u00b7Knowledge of -24v/-48v AC/DC power, basic finance & accounting concepts, COE-FM / CAD drawing skills and knowledge of CenturyLink technical publications: 77350, 77351, 77355, 77385 are preferred\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-05-19 20:11:16", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28819026/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "Sr.  Engineer", "reqid": "6001BR", "state": "Oregon", "state_short": "OR", "location": "EUGENE, OR", "uid": 28819026}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "LITTLETON", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle SR QA ENGINEER\nReq ID 5986BR\nPosting Location CO,LITTLETON\nBusiness Unit Information Technology\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description \n\n* Sr QA Engineer (Spanish Talent) Information Technologies Essential Duties and Responsibilities\n\n* The QA Engineer II works with the Business to ensure a quality product is delivered.\n\n* Responsible for reducing risk of Call Handling S/W application failure by following industry standard practices of System Test techniques including: Test Planning, Test Case Creation, Test Case Execution, Regression Testing, Load/Performance Testing, Test Reports/Recommendations.\nJob Requirements The individual must be fluent in written and oral Spanish. They must fully understand the nuances of the vocabulary, grammar and sentence structure of formal and casual Spanish and be able to make correct and appropriate recommendations to the business partners.\n\n\n\n* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.\n\n* 3+ years of hands-on experience writing and executing test cases.\n\n* The individual should have experience in testing Speech Recognition and Touch Tone IVR (Interactive Voice Response) applications using InterVoice technology and Dotnet Web Services.\n\n* The individual should have experience with databases and SQL queries.\n\n* The individual should have a minimum of 3 years experience with software development with a focus on Quality Assurance, requirements and business interactions.\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-05-18 20:45:16", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28803567/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "SR QA ENGINEER", "reqid": "5986BR", "state": "Colorado", "state_short": "CO", "location": "LITTLETON, CO", "uid": 28803567}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "MINNEAPOLIS", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle Sr Network Engineer - Security Services\nReq ID 5947BR\nPosting Location MN,MINNEAPOLIS\nBusiness Unit Network Operations\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description \nCenturyLink is the third largest telecommunications company in the United States. The company provides broadband, voice and wireless services to consumers and businesses across the country and advanced entertainment services under the CenturyLink\u2122 Prism\u2122 TV and DIRECTV brands. In addition, the company provides data, voice and managed services to business, government and wholesale customers in local, national and select international markets through its high-quality advanced fiber optic network and multiple data centers. CenturyLink also is recognized as a leader in the network services market by key technology industry analyst firms, and is a global leader in cloud infrastructure and hosted IT solutions for enterprises through Savvis, a CenturyLink company. CenturyLink's customers range from Fortune 500 companies in some of the country's largest cities to families living in rural America. Headquartered in Monroe, La., CenturyLink is an S&P 500 company and is included among the Fortune 500 list of America's largest corporations. For more information, visitwww.centurylink.com.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\nThis position is a senior role implementing Managed Security Services (MSS) in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment. The SOC function is to provide customers with constant monitoring, protection, prevention, and detection services as well as reporting and incident analysis based on events collected from multiple sources. This position will be responsible for providing the technical expertise to help design and implement a SIEM (Security Information and Event Manager) solution forone or more of the following services: firewall, IDPS, antivirus management, vulnerability scanning, authentication, secure email, and incident response.\n\nBasic Qualifications:\n\n* Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Engineering, similar field and/or 6+ yrs of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. \n\n* Advanced knowledge and understanding of IP solutions and Networking.\n\n* Administrator experience for any SIEM application.\n\n* Ability to develop and implement SIEM use cases based on event correlation and specific business requirements.\n\n* Ability to create SIEM reports and dashboard deliverables based on event correlation.\n\n* Ability to work independently, delegate work tasks, train and mentor less experienced engineers.\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\n* Experience as an ArcSight administrator - 2+ years.\n\n* Knowledge in intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS) applications \u2013 Sourcefire preferred.\n\n* Knowledge in vulnerability scanning (VS) products.\n\n* Knowledge in gateway or server based antivirus management (AV) platforms and/or applications.\n\n* Knowledge in firewall (FW) applications \u2013 Fortinet and Juniper preferred.\n\n* Excellent incident reporting skills are desired; forensics background is a plus.\n\n* System administration experience for the infrastructure (s) utilized to manage the various services listed above (IDPS, VS, AV, FW).\n\n* The ability to provide consulting, policy reviews, training, security audits and advisories, as well as support for malware/DDoS attacks, internal compromises, and other malicious events is a plus.\n\n\n\n\n\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-05-16 20:05:08", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28739606/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "Sr Network Engineer - Security Services", "reqid": "5947BR", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "MINNEAPOLIS, MN", "uid": 28739606}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "BERLIN", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle SR ENGINEER\nReq ID 5946BR\nPosting Location WI,BERLIN\nWI,WEYAUWEGA\nBusiness Unit Network Services (Engineering)\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description Job Description\nApply both Inside Plant and Outside Plant engineering disciplines to plan, develop, design, and implement communications systems, networks and plant facilities to accommodate demands for growth and new services in the most practical and economical manner, consistent with achieving the business and service objectives of the Communications Group.\nE valuates approved technologies and architectures for application to specific requirements for plant additions\n\n\nto respond to requirements for growth and /or new services. Design, develop, and define plans for the implementation of new plant construction or modification of existing facilities to meet new or increased service demands or improve operating efficiencies. Performs network designs, to include gathering of field data, for new or additions to telecommunications systems through mathematical calculations of such functions as: transmission parameters, equipment transfers, modulation schemes, multiplex schemes and switching functions. Assure that the most feasible, practical and economical means to accomplish an objective is identified and that any alternatives are also defined for management evaluation Performs competitive intelligence gathering and comparative assessment of approved vendor\u2019s equipment capabilities and offerings. When required, conduct formal meetings and/or presentations regarding engineering and construction plans for the receipt of pricing proposals or bids. Stay abreast of industry issues and technologies through continuing education and participation in industry forums. Assist, as required, other departments by providing engineering design, cost estimates, studies, and analysis or by otherwise providing technical solutions or documentation to provide service to a customer or assist the operation and maintenance of the plant. Provide cost data to be used in support of the capital construction budgets for implementation of designs, new services, technologies, and industry requirements. Develop project support requirements by identifying the scope of effort required by all parties involved and defining the total project requirements, communicating then to all parties and monitoring progress and cost and producing periodic reports. Perform mathematical and statistical analysis and develop reports concerning the results of certain engineering and construction activities to determine the variance to established performance objectives. Monitor and control project expenditures, preparing progress reports, defining problems encountered, beyond the incumbent\u2019s authority, and provide recommended solutions to management. Oversee the installation/construction and testing of plant facilities by making on-site inspections and acceptance testing to ensure acceptable system performance. Ensure that the documentation reflects the actual plant as-built by onsite inspection and that it is correctly recorded in the CPR. Make field visits and contacts to obtain the necessary permits and easements to place plant facilities along with preparing and filing the required documents.\nJob Requirements Job Requirements\n\n\nBasic Qualifications:\n\nDetailed knowledge of next-generation digital loop carrier systems, and analog and digital subscriber carrier. Detailed knowledge of DSLAM equipment and technologies for purposes of deploying DSL to customers (central office based and remote based) Detailed knowledge of access interface standards specified in Bellcore TR-57, TR-008, and TR-303. Working knowledge of SONET, ATM and IP transmission as it relates to serving Access (ISP) equipment. Working knowledge of circuit and packet switching, X.25 and X.75 protocols, IEEE 802.X protocols, OSI reference model, ISDN, frame relay, SONET, and ATM switching. Detailed knowledge of, and the ability to, perform economic analysis including internal rate of return analysis, discounted payback period, net present value, profit index, buy-vs.-lease analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and breakeven analysis. Understand RUS procedures as they relate to the Communications Group\u2019s construction program. Prepare written and oral reports regarding capital construction requirements and associated engineering and construction issues. Preferred Qualifications:\n\nDetailed knowledge and experience with CenturyLink programs, including, but not limited to: Fireworks, Bidmaster, NDFOS, WORPM, MARTENS. Detailed knowledge of the Access Network, including architectural topologies of the various SONET and ethernet-based networks deployed within CenturyLink Position Classification\n\n\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-05-16 20:04:41", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28739571/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "SR ENGINEER", "reqid": "5946BR", "state": "Wisconsin", "state_short": "WI", "location": "BERLIN, WI", "uid": 28739571}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "SANTA FE", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle SR ENGINEER\nReq ID 5938BR\nPosting Location NM,SANTA FE\nBusiness Unit Network Services (Engineering)\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description \nJob Description:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\nUnder limited supervision,\n\n* Local Tactical Planner performs applied research, development, and provisioning of new and existing OSP facilities for a geographical area of responsibility. \n* Develops a thorough and accurate plan based on available data and planning tools with sufficient time for plan implementation prior to exhaust. \n* Analyze cost alternatives for multiple solutions and develop plans based on best practice.\n* Responsible for Network Planning, including the review of forecast, trend data and utilization of modeling tools to develop an optimized plan for deployment. \n* Responsible for the development of plans utilizing copper, fiber, and a variety of pair gain systems.\n* Additionally, responsible for planning of DSLAM, FTTT,FTTN and other emerging technologies.\n* Interface with other engineering teams and construction team to ensure the OSP network maximizes return on investment capital. \n* Candidate is responsible for planning AQCB transport including SHARP, SHNS, Point to Point, and QMOE networks.\n* Identify and consider the impact of issues, problems, and solutions on the business and customers in order to make the most effective decision.\n* Demonstrate high personal work standards and ethics in all assignments and customer interactions.\n* Structure and convey ideas and information, both verbally and written, in a concise, effective and persuasive manner to bring clear understanding to the target audience.\n* Utilize Excel to create spreadsheets, input and manage data, and analyze reports.\n* Utilize Word to create, edit, format, and save business documents and reports.\nJob Requirements \nPREFERRED Job Qualifications:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\n\n* TIRKS (highly desired)\n* Construction experience(Highly desired),\n* Customer Premise Design (highly desired)\n* Previous work experience in the end-to-end OSP Engineering/Construction process is helpful\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-05-15 19:11:29", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28706106/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "SR ENGINEER", "reqid": "5938BR", "state": "New Mexico", "state_short": "NM", "location": "SANTA FE, NM", "uid": 28706106}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "CLEVELAND", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle Sr Pre-Sales Engineer\nReq ID 5809BR\nPosting Location OH,CLEVELAND\nBusiness Unit Enterprise Markets Group\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description \nPosition Description:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\nThis technical resource is responsible for providing pre-sales support of all CenturyLink products and services. Required is the ability to design and articulate complex customized solutions based on customer specific technical and financial parameters. Communication and presentation skills are essential. This technical support role will provide support across a large geographical region as well as being dedicated to a specific account or sales module. Presales activities include lead generation, lead qualification, system design, proposal development and customer presentations. Post sales activities may involve the coordination of internal and external technical resources. This position also will engage in mentoring activities without formal supervisory responsibility and must maintain strong integrity and business ethics.\n\nEssential Job Duties and Responsibilities:\nPrimary job responsibility is to support engineering requirements for traditional and converged CPE systems. The candidate needs to demonstrate knowledge of multiple vendors of Customer Provided Equipment. These vendors need to include but not limited to: Nortel (voice and data), Juniper, Cisco, Adtran, etc. Qualified candidate will have design and engineering knowledge of Cisco Unified Communications as it relates to traditional and converged switching platforms.\n\nThe Sales Engineer will perform as a technical lead with Centurylink sales teams and business partners. The position will provide the following services: telecommunications consulting, proposal preparation support, technical presentations to customers, and the analysis and design of CenturyLink complex products and solutions.\n\nSite surveys will be performed to determine design requirements which best fits the needs of our customers. The engineering position will assist CenturyLink vendors and partners on proposals while establishing relationships with both internal and external customers to provide technical training and development support. Another responsibility is the creation of detailed network drawings and diagrams as required by each opportunity?\n\nStrategic and tactical plans will be developed for our sales teams and business partners by providing technical input on account plans. The position will participate with the sales team in qualifying and closing specific customer opportunities. Solutions will be created that provide network analysis for customers and prospects. The position will lead internal cross-functional teams to obtain required approvals for completed designs within a timely manner. The position comprises of the following components:\n\nINITIATING: Lead technical discovery with a focus on customer\u2019s applications. Provide designs and prices as they relate to Voice, Data, Video, WAN, CPE solutions, VPN, Hosting, LD, SIP, MPLS, Private Line, Videoconferencing, and Ethernet services (20%). \n\nPLANNING: Lead sales strategy discussions with sales teams and business partners. Be knowledgeable of all voice, network/transport, and data/video technologies. Investigate additional sales opportunities and provide relevant information to appropriate sales organizations. Provide network based applications that have an impact on our customers. Develop and champion network/Transport solutions with Product Management. (25%). \n\n\nEXECUTING: Forges direct, personal relationships with customers or prospect\u2019s technical staff. Provide value by becoming an invaluable consulting resource. Participate in customer network planning, and provide training on emerging technologies. Continually update customers on Centurylink enhancements and provide knowledge of network trends. Provide and present technical presentations to all levels of a customer\u2019s organization. Develops and provides detailed network drawings as required. Champion all CPE solutions with product management and vendors. Develop and present technical training for sales reps. Create and implement solutions that are supportable within Network Operations, Engineering, and Product Management. Mentor other Sales Engineers and provide support for their development. (30%). \n\nCLOSING: Participate and lead sales teams or business partners to obtain customer contractual acceptance of final services/products proposed. Ensures final documentation (engineering diagrams, site surveys, statement of works) are completed to assist all future projects. (15%) \n\nREVENUE: Ensures sold services are completed and operating as designed. See a solution/opportunity from creation to closure. (10%).\nJob Requirements \n\n\n* Minimum qualifications are a Bachelors degree in Engineeringora related field and/or 4 to 6 years of equivalent experience in sales engineering, engineering, and/or sales.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\n* 3+ years of sales engineering or systems engineering experience (networking services, telephony, video, IP networking equipment), working with a sales force as support on complex projects, coaching Staff and Associate Sales Engineers, complex customer presentations.\n\n* Maintained significant design and engineering knowledge of converged CPE platforms. Knowledge of Juniper, Cisco and Nortel platforms is highly desirable.  \n\n* Knowledge of Cisco configuration tools is desired.\n\n* Strong knowledge of internetworking designs and their applications, to include complex routing techniques on LAN/WAN networks, IP Telephony, Security and network diversity applications.\n\n* In-depth understanding of traditional telecommunications services such as, Enhance Toll Free, LD, IP, VPN, ATM, SIP, MPLS, Frame Relay, Private Line, Giga-Bit Ethernet, SONET Transport, PRI and Local CO-based Trunking Service\n\n* Understanding Voice Switching technologies and associated equipment, PBX interconnection, 911 networks and equipment. \n\n* Consultative selling and customer questioning techniques in order identify new opportunities, up sell within in existing accounts and maintain the role of trusted advisor to both the customer and sales team.\n\n* Understand customer decision making and business processes to include, assisting sales team in developing strategies to influence decision makers.\n\n* Effective presentation, analytical, communications and customer relationship skills.\n\n* Fluency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.\n\n* Strong project management skills to include, setting customer expectations, driving committed time lines, track deliverable when necessary and assume the role as liaison for the customer and cross-functional teams (i.e. Operation, Engineering, Product Management, etc.).\n\n* Ability to work autonomously on multiple projects and associated deliverables. Time management skills are a critical requirement.\n\n* Have the ability to comprehend the buying behavior of our customers by understanding their core values and beliefs.\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 18:37:31", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28436930/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "Sr Pre-Sales Engineer", "reqid": "5809BR", "state": "Ohio", "state_short": "OH", "location": "CLEVELAND, OH", "uid": 28436930}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "CINCINNATI", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle Sr Pre-Sales Engineer\nReq ID 5813BR\nPosting Location OH,CINCINNATI\nBusiness Unit Enterprise Markets Group\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description \nPosition Description:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\nThis technical resource is responsible for providing pre-sales support of all CenturyLink products and services. Required is the ability to design and articulate complex customized solutions based on customer specific technical and financial parameters. Communication and presentation skills are essential. This technical support role will provide support across a large geographical region as well as being dedicated to a specific account or sales module. Presales activities include lead generation, lead qualification, system design, proposal development and customer presentations. Post sales activities may involve the coordination of internal and external technical resources. This position also will engage in mentoring activities without formal supervisory responsibility and must maintain strong integrity and business ethics.\n\nEssential Job Duties and Responsibilities:\nPrimary job responsibility is to support engineering requirements for traditional and converged CPE systems. The candidate needs to demonstrate knowledge of multiple vendors of Customer Provided Equipment. These vendors need to include but not limited to: Nortel (voice and data), Juniper, Cisco, Adtran, etc. Qualified candidate will have design and engineering knowledge of Cisco Unified Communications as it relates to traditional and converged switching platforms.\n\nThe Sales Engineer will perform as a technical lead with Centurylink sales teams and business partners. The position will provide the following services: telecommunications consulting, proposal preparation support, technical presentations to customers, and the analysis and design of CenturyLink complex products and solutions.\n\nSite surveys will be performed to determine design requirements which best fits the needs of our customers. The engineering position will assist CenturyLink vendors and partners on proposals while establishing relationships with both internal and external customers to provide technical training and development support. Another responsibility is the creation of detailed network drawings and diagrams as required by each opportunity?\n\nStrategic and tactical plans will be developed for our sales teams and business partners by providing technical input on account plans. The position will participate with the sales team in qualifying and closing specific customer opportunities. Solutions will be created that provide network analysis for customers and prospects. The position will lead internal cross-functional teams to obtain required approvals for completed designs within a timely manner. The position comprises of the following components:\n\nINITIATING: Lead technical discovery with a focus on customer\u2019s applications. Provide designs and prices as they relate to Voice, Data, Video, WAN, CPE solutions, VPN, Hosting, LD, SIP, MPLS, Private Line, Videoconferencing, and Ethernet services (20%). \n\nPLANNING: Lead sales strategy discussions with sales teams and business partners. Be knowledgeable of all voice, network/transport, and data/video technologies. Investigate additional sales opportunities and provide relevant information to appropriate sales organizations. Provide network based applications that have an impact on our customers. Develop and champion network/Transport solutions with Product Management. (25%). \n\n\nEXECUTING: Forges direct, personal relationships with customers or prospect\u2019s technical staff. Provide value by becoming an invaluable consulting resource. Participate in customer network planning, and provide training on emerging technologies. Continually update customers on Centurylink enhancements and provide knowledge of network trends. Provide and present technical presentations to all levels of a customer\u2019s organization. Develops and provides detailed network drawings as required. Champion all CPE solutions with product management and vendors. Develop and present technical training for sales reps. Create and implement solutions that are supportable within Network Operations, Engineering, and Product Management. Mentor other Sales Engineers and provide support for their development. (30%). \n\nCLOSING: Participate and lead sales teams or business partners to obtain customer contractual acceptance of final services/products proposed. Ensures final documentation (engineering diagrams, site surveys, statement of works) are completed to assist all future projects. (15%) \n\nREVENUE: Ensures sold services are completed and operating as designed. See a solution/opportunity from creation to closure. (10%).\nJob Requirements \n\n\n* Minimum qualifications are a Bachelors degree in Engineeringora related field and/or 4 to 6 years of equivalent experience in sales engineering, engineering, and/or sales.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\n* 3+ years of sales engineering or systems engineering experience (networking services, telephony, video, IP networking equipment), working with a sales force as support on complex projects, coaching Staff and Associate Sales Engineers, complex customer presentations.\n\n* Maintained significant design and engineering knowledge of converged CPE platforms. Knowledge of Juniper, Cisco and Nortel platforms is highly desirable.  \n\n* Knowledge of Cisco configuration tools is desired.\n\n* Strong knowledge of internetworking designs and their applications, to include complex routing techniques on LAN/WAN networks, IP Telephony, Security and network diversity applications.\n\n* In-depth understanding of traditional telecommunications services such as, Enhance Toll Free, LD, IP, VPN, ATM, SIP, MPLS, Frame Relay, Private Line, Giga-Bit Ethernet, SONET Transport, PRI and Local CO-based Trunking Service\n\n* Understanding Voice Switching technologies and associated equipment, PBX interconnection, 911 networks and equipment. \n\n* Consultative selling and customer questioning techniques in order identify new opportunities, up sell within in existing accounts and maintain the role of trusted advisor to both the customer and sales team.\n\n* Understand customer decision making and business processes to include, assisting sales team in developing strategies to influence decision makers.\n\n* Effective presentation, analytical, communications and customer relationship skills.\n\n* Fluency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.\n\n* Strong project management skills to include, setting customer expectations, driving committed time lines, track deliverable when necessary and assume the role as liaison for the customer and cross-functional teams (i.e. Operation, Engineering, Product Management, etc.).\n\n* Ability to work autonomously on multiple projects and associated deliverables. Time management skills are a critical requirement.\n\n* Have the ability to comprehend the buying behavior of our customers by understanding their core values and beliefs.\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 18:36:15", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28436813/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "Sr Pre-Sales Engineer", "reqid": "5813BR", "state": "Ohio", "state_short": "OH", "location": "CINCINNATI, OH", "uid": 28436813}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "WALNUT CREEK", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle SR PRE SALES ENGINEER\nReq ID 5793BR\nPosting Location CA,WALNUT CREEK\nBusiness Unit Enterprise Markets Group\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description \nThe Sales Engineer is the technical lead on the account team, responsible for technical and business requirements discovery, telecommunications and CPE solution design/engineering/consulting, proposal preparation support and technical presentations to customers for CenturyLink\u2019s full suite of products and solutions.\n\n\u2022 Performs customer discovery discussions to understand and document business needs and design requirements necessary for the formulation of optimal solutions\n\n\u2022 Creatively designs solutions for customers using the best mix of CenturyLink and vendor-partner products. Alters the design as needed to result in the customer choosing the CenturyLink solution\n\n\u2022 Documents, via diagrams and writing, and presents the solution to the customer, describes the benefits of the solution\n\n\u2022 Builds relationships with customers serving as the technical liaison from pre-sales to post-sales\n\n\u2022 Responsible for growing strategic product sales and revenue through proactive engagement with customers\n\n\u2022 Participates in strategic and tactical account planning\n\n\u2022 Follows industry technology trends through self-study and formal training and shares that knowledge with customers\n\n\u2022 Clearly communicates the customer design to the teams responsible for ordering, implementation and ongoing support\n\n\u2022 Provides technical training and development support to the local branch\n\n\u2022 Leads internal cross-functional teams to obtain required approvals of non-standard designs for customers \n\nA good candidate has a strong technical background in layers 1 through 3 of the OSI model and knowledge of the characteristics of various applications that ride over data networks (i.e. the performance requirements of packetized voice and video and of various data applications), has a desire to sell and is comfortable looking for opportunities once introduced to a customer. Prior experience as a Sales Engineer isn\u2019t required; but rather the skills and knowledge needed to be effective. \n\nSpecifically:\n\u2022 Business and technical requirements discovery; ability to craft a solution based on those requirements\n\n\u2022 Strong written and verbal communication skills\n\n\u2022 Strong presentation skills\n\n\u2022 Technical knowledge:\n\u2022 Customer premises communication (data, video, voice) equipment from major vendors\n\n\u2022 IP routing and switching\n\n\u2022 Internet and MPLS-VPN architecture\n\n\u2022 Voice and VoIP technologies and products\n\n\u2022 TDM, SONET and Ethernet technologies and products\n\n\u2022 Data center infrastructure and networking\nJob Requirements \n\u2022 Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field and/or 6-10 years of equivalent experience in sales engineering, systems engineering (networking services, telephony, IP networking equipment), and/or sales\n\n\u2022 Strong knowledge of internetworking designs and their applications, to include IP subnetting and complex routing techniques on LAN/WAN networks, IP Telephony, Security, network diversity applications and other technical skills documented above\n\n\u2022 Consultative selling and customer questioning techniques in order identify new opportunities, sell within in existing accounts and maintain the role of trusted advisor to both the customer and sales team\n\n\u2022 Industry leading certifications preferred (Cisco, Juniper and others)\n\n\u2022 Effective presentation, analytical, communications and customer relationship skills\n\n\u2022 Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio\n\n\u2022 Strong project management skills\n\n\u2022 Ability to work autonomously on multiple projects and associated deliverables. Time management skills are a critical requirement\n\n\u2022 Valid Driver\u2019s License with satisfactory driving record\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-05-02 19:36:29", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28335062/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "SR PRE SALES ENGINEER", "reqid": "5793BR", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "WALNUT CREEK, CA", "uid": 28335062}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "HERNDON", "description": "EEO Statement CenturyLink is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.\u00a0 We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.\u00a0 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.\nTitle SR PRE SALES ENGINEER\nReq ID 5648BR\nPosting Location VA,HERNDON\nBusiness Unit Enterprise Markets Group\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description \n<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" /> \nThis Senior Sales Engineer position will be focused on solution and design development for the assigned CenturyLink Government Services, Inc., Federal customer base with specific emphasis on Ethernet, IP, MPLS, Wave, SONET, VoIP, andsecurity services. \n\nKnowledge of current cyber initiatives within the Federal Government, and an understanding of new technology in the cybersecurity area would be beneficial. \n\nHands-on experience with advanced routing, SIEM platforms (ArcSight), network and performance management tools, DDOS technology, IDS/IPS, next-generation security technology, and experience with flow and traffic analysis technology are additional areas of expertise being sought. \n\nJob Requirements \n\n\n* Prefer candidates to be TS/SCI (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) read/eligible and have held an active SCI clearance within the last 2 years.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\n* Ability to deliver product demonstrations to executives, managers, and technical system administrators\n\n* Ability to speak in front of small to medium size audiences (1 to 100 people)\n\n* Ability to prioritize and manage tasks in support of multiple sales team members and customers (delivering sales demos, building quality proof-of-concepts, and delivering training).\n\n* Excellent written and verbal communication skills to respond to complex Federal Government RFI\u2019s, RFP\u2019s, and other Federal solicitations.\n\n* Strong knowledge in analyzing, designing, and recommending approaches to implementing customer security management processes.\n\n* Writing sample will be requested after a formal interview takes place.\n\n* Expected capabilities include extensive background supporting and responding to Federal Government proposals.\nCompany Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast.\u00a0 Our combination of business and residential service solutions \u2013 including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television \u2013 provide innovative solutions to our customers.\u00a0 CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world.\u00a0 CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future.\nDisclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.\u00a0 Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.", "date_new": "2012-04-20 20:40:05", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/28040462/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "SR PRE SALES ENGINEER", "reqid": "5648BR", "state": "Virginia", "state_short": "VA", "location": "HERNDON, VA", "uid": 28040462}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "LOS ANGELES", "description": "Title SR PRE SALES ENGINEER-Z3-I17S-E-00\nReq ID 5564BR\nPosting Location CA,LOS ANGELES\nBusiness Unit Enterprise Markets Group\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description The Sales Engineer is the technical lead on the account team, responsible for technical and business requirements discovery, telecommunications and CPE solution design/engineering/consulting, proposal preparation support and technical presentations to customers for CenturyLink\u2019s full suite of products and solutions.\n\u2022 Performs customer discovery discussions to understand and document business needs and design requirements necessary for the formulation of optimal solutions\n\u2022 Creatively designs solutions for customers using the best mix of CenturyLink and vendor-partner products. Alters the design as needed to result in the customer choosing the CenturyLink solution\n\u2022 Documents, via diagrams and writing, and presents the solution to the customer, describes the benefits of the solution\n\u2022 Builds relationships with customers serving as the technical liaison from pre-sales to post-sales\n\u2022 Responsible for growing strategic product sales and revenue through proactive engagement with customers\n\u2022 Participates in strategic and tactical account planning\n\u2022 Follows industry technology trends through self-study and formal training and shares that knowledge with customers\n\u2022 Clearly communicates the customer design to the teams responsible for ordering, implementation and ongoing support\n\u2022 Provides technical training and development support to the local branch\n\u2022 Leads internal cross-functional teams to obtain required approvals of non-standard designs for customers \nA good candidate has a strong technical background in layers 1 through 3 of the OSI model and knowledge of the characteristics of various applications that ride over data networks (i.e. the performance requirements of packetized voice and video and of various data applications), has a desire to sell and is comfortable looking for opportunities once introduced to a customer. Prior experience as a Sales Engineer isn\u2019t required; but rather the skills and knowledge needed to be effective. Specifically:\n\u2022 Business and technical requirements discovery; ability to craft a solution based on those requirements\n\u2022 Strong written and verbal communication skills\n\u2022 Strong presentation skills\n\u2022 Technical knowledge:\n\u2022 Customer premises communication (data, video, voice) equipment from major vendors\n\u2022 IP routing and switching\n\u2022 Internet and MPLS-VPN architecture\n\u2022 Voice and VoIP technologies and products\n\u2022 TDM, SONET and Ethernet technologies and products\n\u2022 Data center infrastructure and networking\nJob Requirements \n\u2022 Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field and/or 6-10 years of equivalent experience in sales engineering, systems engineering (networking services, telephony, IP networking equipment), and/or sales\n\u2022 Strong knowledge of internetworking designs and their applications, to include IP subnetting and complex routing techniques on LAN/WAN networks, IP Telephony, Security, network diversity applications and other technical skills documented above\n\u2022 Consultative selling and customer questioning techniques in order identify new opportunities, sell within in existing accounts and maintain the role of trusted advisor to both the customer and sales team\n\u2022 Industry leading certifications preferred (Cisco, Juniper and others)\n\u2022 Effective presentation, analytical, communications and customer relationship skills\n\u2022 Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio\n\u2022 Strong project management skills\n\u2022 Ability to work autonomously on multiple projects and associated deliverables. Time management skills are a critical requirement\n\u2022 Valid Driver\u2019s License with satisfactory driving record", "date_new": "2012-04-13 19:06:21", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/27881121/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "SR PRE SALES ENGINEER-Z3-I17S-E-00", "reqid": "5564BR", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "LOS ANGELES, CA", "uid": 27881121}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "DUBLIN", "description": "Title Sr Pre-Sales Engineer\nReq ID 5545BR\nPosting Location OH,DUBLIN\nVA,HERNDON\nBusiness Unit Enterprise Markets Group\nPosition Classification Management\nJob Description \n\n\n* Performs as Federal Services account team technical lead by supporting the team or business partner in the sales stage including: Voice Over IP design and solution creation, telecommunications consulting, proposal preparation support, technical presentations to customers, and the analysis and design of Qwest complex VOIP products and solutions.\n\n* Works with Qwest vendor-partners on proposals, design issues and general product feedback.\n\n* Provides technical training and development support to the local branch or business partners, and provides technical support at trade shows.\n\n* Provides detailed network drawings and diagrams as required.\n\n* Supports development of strategic and tactical plans with their respective sales teams or business partners providing technical input into developing account plans and assists the sales team in qualifying and closing specific customer opportunities.\nJob Functions\nINITIATING:\n\n* Leads technical discovery with a focus on customer applications.\n\n* Provides selling presentations and solutions. Designs and prices: VOIP Communications, CPE solutions, complex solutions, VPN, Dial, Hosting and LD solutions; SONET, Private Line, Videoconferencing network services -DS3 and higher; complex Frame Relay and ATM services\nPLANNING:\n\n* Participates in or leads sales strategy discussions with sales teams and business partners.\n\n* Keeps abreast of all communications technologies.\n\n* Keeps abreast of all Network/Transport Technologies.\n\n* Throughout the project life cycle, investigates additional sales opportunities and provides relevant information to appropriate sales organizations.\n\n* Provides network and applications impact analysis for customers and prospects.\n\n* Researches and contrasts competitive offerings with specific opportunities.\n\n* Champions Network/Transport solutions with Product Management.\nEXECUTING:\n\n* Forges direct, personal relationships with customers or prospects technical staff.\n\n* Becomes an invaluable consulting resource to them, and extension of their staff.\n\n* For large customers, actively participates in customer network planning, provides training on emerging technologies and trends that may be important to the customer.\n\n* Continually updates customer on Qwest enhancements and perspective on network trends.\n\n* Provides technical presentations to all levels of customer contacts.\n\n* Develops and provides detailed network drawings as required.\n\n* Coordinates handoff to primary implementation lead on networks sold.\n\n* Champions all CPE solutions with product management and vendors.\n\n* Identifies Product gaps and drives toward improvement.\n\n* Develops and presents technical training for sales reps.\n\n* Works with internal cross-functional teams to obtain required approvals and complete designs and technical aspects of proposals for prospects and customers.\n\n* Creates and implements solutions that are supportable within Network Operations, Engineering and Product constraints.\nJob Requirements \n\n\n* Minimum qualifications are a Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field and/or 6-10 years of equivalent experience in sales engineering, engineering, and/or sales\n\n* Recent experience in designing and implementing Unified Communications, Security and Wireless platforms\n\n* Experienced in designing and implementing VOIP technology in a private in public network\n\n* In-depth understanding of traditional telecommunications services such as, VOIP, MPLS, Enhanced Toll Free, LD, IP, VPN, ATM, Frame Relay, Private Line Giga-Bit Ethernet, Wave/DWDM, SONET Transport, PRI and Local CO-based Trunking Service\n\n* Consultative selling and customer questioning techniques in order to identify new opportunities, up sell within existing accounts and maintain the role of trusted advisor to both the customer and sales team. \u00b7\n\n* \n\n* Experience in presenting customer demonstrations of IP Unified Communications systems for manufacturers such as ShoreTel, Nortel, Avaya or Cisco\n\n* Strong communication (oral and written), analytical, presentation and customer relationship skills\n\n* Fluency with Microsoft tools (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio) and industry standard network design tools (NetformX Design Expert, etc.)\n\n* Strong project management skills to include, setting customer expectations, driving committed time lines, track deliverable when necessary and assume the role as liaison for the customer and cross-functional team (i.e. Operation, Engineering, Product Management, etc.)\n\n* Ability to work autonomously on multiple projects and associated deliverables. Time management skills are a critical requirement.\n\n* Solution selling which is defined as - Analyzing business processes to define key organizational and systems integration requirement, identify the best technical and cost based solutions, designing a scope, compiling cost, presenting the solution and understanding operational impacts.\n\n* Valid State Driver's License and satisfactory driving record\n\n* Eligibile for a security is required\n\n* Possession of a current security clearance is preferred.\n\n* Collaborate with management, network engineering, product, international vendors and partners to deliver comprehensive solutions to complex international requirements in a quick turnaround environment<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = \"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office\" />\n\n* Develop technical drawings and diagrams to support international sales and engineering\n\n* Engineer solutions to fill gaps in our international product set\n\n* Knowledge of international vendors and their capabilities.", "date_new": "2012-04-11 20:44:28", "url": "http://find.centurylink.jobs/xml/27820017/job", "country": "United States", "company": "CenturyLink", "title": "Sr Pre-Sales Engineer", "reqid": "5545BR", "state": "Ohio", "state_short": "OH", "location": "DUBLIN, OH", "uid": 27820017}]