As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
Make an impact by delivering cutting-edge network transformation and modernization for US Federal Government customers. As a Technical Support Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring seamless deployments, troubleshooting complex issues, and driving the evolution of customer networks. This is your opportunity to work on advanced network upgrades and collaborate with industry-leading teams to shape the future of federal communications.
How You Will Contribute:
Deliver Tier 1 technical support for deployment services projects, ensuring seamless network transformation and modernization for US Federal Government customers.
Provide remote and onsite technical support, troubleshoot complex issues, and mentor field technicians.
Execute advanced network upgrades, including channel additions, node insertions, traffic migrations, and hardware/software updates, without impacting end-user services.
Draft and implement network test plans and non-intrusive Methods of Procedure (MOPs) to ensure stable network operations.
Perform network audits, architecture design, and modernization planning to evolve customer networks via the EMOP process.
Serve as a key technical interface to customers, ensuring proactive communication and timely resolution of technical challenges.
Collaborate with internal teams to recommend enhancements to field deployment processes and drive improvements through Right First Time initiatives.
The Must Haves:
Technical or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
8-12 years of experience in telecom installation, provisioning, testing, live network migration, and consulting.
Advanced knowledge of Ciena products, with essential expertise in Ciena 6500.
US citizenship and a valid US driver’s license.
Ability to work during off-hours maintenance windows and travel domestically (50-75%) and internationally as needed.
The Assets:
DoD SECRET Clearance preferred.
Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex technical issues into actionable solutions.
Strong leadership, customer service, and communication skills.
Self-motivated, collaborative, and capable of thriving in high-stress environments.
Pay Range:
The annual pay range for this position in the USA is $96,900 - $154,700 USD.
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Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
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At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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