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Lumen Technologies · 23 hours ago

Senior Lead Engineering Program Manager

Lumen Technologies is a company focused on connecting people, data, and applications to ignite business growth. The Senior Lead Engineering Program Manager will drive cybersecurity innovation and collaboration across teams, managing engineering programs and launching new security offerings to align with strategic priorities.

Big DataInformation ServicesInfrastructureOptical CommunicationSecurityTelecommunicationsVoIPWireless
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Responsibilities

Lead Black Lotus Labs innovation (e.g., advanced threat research, third-party testing, new technology partnerships)
Incubate and launch new security service offerings
Own engineering programs for strategic security products and solutions, guiding them through previews, private offers, and general availability milestones
Ensure partner go-to-market readiness and develop cross-organizational runbooks to support steering committees and customer/analyst commitments
Execute cross-functional programs with customers, partners, Sales, Product Management, Enterprise Operations, and Marketing
Align program execution with organizational strategy and priorities; track performance against KPIs and OKRs
Lead complex programs from planning through delivery, overseeing product delivery architecture and engineering efforts
Identify process improvement opportunities and institute governance oversight cadences to enhance efficiency and transparency
Facilitate regular program reviews and provide concise executive updates
Build strong cross-functional partnerships for seamless program execution
Drive innovation initiatives and incubate new offerings to advance Lumen’s security capabilities

Qualification

Project Management Professional (PMP)Agile software developmentLean Six SigmaKPI/OKR developmentTS/SCI clearanceMicrosoft PlannerJiraPowerBICustomer-centricInnovative mindsetCommunication skillsRelationship buildingStrategic thinking

Required

Excellent communication skills for concise and professional interactions
Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
10+ years of experience in management, leadership, and strategic planning, including 5+ years managing large, complex projects
Ability to think strategically and operate tactically
Active TS/SCI clearance (or eligibility to obtain)
Proven experience building relationships at all organizational levels
Required: BS/BA degree
Experience with Lean Six Sigma, KPI/OKR development, and Scaled Agile Framework
Expertise in Agile software development methodologies and DevOps practices, including CI/CD and automation for secure deployments
Proficiency in Microsoft Planner, Jira, and PowerBI
Demonstrated success in driving innovation and launching new offerings in a technology environment
Driven and organized: Highly motivated, organized, and persistent in driving program goals to completion
Influential leader: Adept at influencing stakeholders across all levels of the organization
Adaptable: Comfortable managing ambiguity and providing clarity to teams
Effective communicator: Strong ability to present information concisely to executives, customers, and partners
Innovative and curious: Proactive about industry trends and emerging technologies
Growth mindset: Committed to continuous improvement and scaling programs to support business growth
Revenue-focused: Understands how program execution impacts revenue streams and profitability
Customer-centric: Skilled in managing customer communications and ensuring programs deliver measurable value
Product-oriented: Experienced in launching new services and offerings that align with market needs and drive adoption

Preferred

MBA
Familiarity with Lumen's products, services, and decision-making processes

Benefits

Health
Life
Voluntary Lifestyle benefits

Company

Lumen Technologies

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Lumen delivers the most secure platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.44B
2025-09-04Post Ipo Debt· $425M
2025-08-04Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-05-22Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Kate Johnson
CEO & President
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Sean Alexander
Senior Vice President of Connected Ecosystems
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