We are seeking a Senior Telecom Solution Engineer / Solutions Architect to lead a mission-critical legacy telecom retirement and modernization initiative.
This role will serve as both a technical subject matter expert and hands-on execution leader, driving end-to-end migration from legacy TDM-based technologies (Channel Bank, POTS, 56K, T1) to modern Ethernet, MPLS, fiber, and wireless solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end execution of legacy telecom retirement initiatives from discovery through decommission.
Evaluate existing telecom infrastructure and perform service inventory and dependency analysis.
Design phased migration strategies, including cutover plans, rollback procedures, and testing approaches.
Own or technically direct carrier engagement including:
ASRs, LSRs
Provisioning
Turn-ups
Disconnects
Coordinate across carriers, contractors, SMEs, operations teams, and leadership.
Lead cutover events with real-time technical decision-making.
Track execution progress, risks, and status reporting using Microsoft 365 tools.
Drive formal service decommissioning and billing disconnects to ensure cost savings.
Ensure compliance with change management and regulatory standards.
Required Qualifications
Extensive expertise in legacy telecom infrastructure (Channel Banks, POTS, 56K, T1).
Strong working knowledge of Ethernet, MPLS, E-Line, E-LAN, fiber, and wireless access.
Proven leadership of end-to-end telecom migrations in live production environments.
Direct experience owning or directing carrier orders (ASRs, LSRs, provisioning, turn-ups, disconnects).
Hands-on experience leading cutover events.
Strong stakeholder management skills across carriers and leadership.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, Visio, and MS Project.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in utility or regulated environments.
Telecom billing validation and cost recovery experience.
Exposure to SCADA, OT, or critical infrastructure communications.
Familiarity with ITIL-based change and incident management.
PMP or equivalent certification.
Background in Solutions Architecture or Sales Engineering with a carrier or network vendor.
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