1434968 Customer Delivery Security Technical Leader

Cisco Systems, Inc.; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Security Consulting Engineer to lead transformative projects in customer networks. In this role, you will engage directly with clients, providing technical leadership and mentoring while leveraging your extensive experience in Cisco networking and security technologies. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and customer success, working closely with engineers to drive impactful solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work in diverse environments, travel internationally, and contribute to meaningful projects that enhance network security and efficiency. Join a forward-thinking company that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Community involvement through volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Cisco networking and security technologies.
• Strong communication and consulting skills for customer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Transform customer network architectures and provide technical leadership.
• Engage with customers and mentor other engineers in best practices.

Skills

Cisco Networking

Cisco ISE

Zero Trust

Crisis Management

Communication Skills

Education

Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA)

Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP)

Tools

Route/Switch

Data Center

Collaboration

SDWAN

DNAC

SDA

Job description

The application window is expected to close on: 5/28/2025

Note: The job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Important: The successful applicant will be performing work on US Government classified environments, and therefore, must be a U.S. Person (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee). This position requires a current US Government Secret Clearance.

Location and Travel: Must reside within the continental United States and be able to travel outside of the continental United States for a minimum of three and a maximum of six consecutive months.

Meet the Team

Our Consulting Engineers are a vital part of the Customer Experience (CX) team, delivering Business Critical Services to our customers. We combine Cisco Analytics and Knowledge with technical expertise to drive value, innovation, and adoption in customer networks. We help reduce risk, foster innovation, and enhance networks to meet business objectives. We serve as trusted advisors, helping customers understand their networks, mitigate risks, and leverage technology. We work closely with Cisco Engineering to advocate for innovation and share upcoming technologies with our customers.

Your Impact

As a Security Consulting Engineer and Technical Leader, you will help transform our customers' network architectures. Your role includes day-to-day customer engagement, training, and mentoring other architects, tech leaders, and engineers. Bring your creative solutions and be a valuable team asset.

Minimum Qualifications

• Secret clearance
• 10+ years of relevant experience in Cisco networking, Cisco ISE, C2C, Zero Trust
• Foundational knowledge of Enterprise Networks, Unified Communications, and Security technologies
• Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA), multiple Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP), or equivalent skills (Security)
• Ability to work remotely with up to 30% travel
• Willingness to work European Time Zone hours to support the customer and travel outside the US for 3-6 months

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering Cisco standard methodologies within customer infrastructure
• 10+ years working with the Department of Air Force IT and/or cyber solutions
• Experience leading or guiding teams in analyzing and resolving complex network issues
• High-level crisis management skills, proactive problem resolution
• Strong communication, consulting, and customer relationship skills
• Experience with Route/Switch, Data Center, Collaboration, SDWAN, DNAC, SDA
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and thrive in a fast-paced environment

#WeAreCisco

We celebrate diverse skills and perspectives, fostering an inclusive future. Our culture supports hybrid work, learning, and development. We encourage community involvement through employee resource organizations and volunteer opportunities. Our purpose is to power an inclusive future for all, helping customers reimagine, secure, and transform their networks toward sustainability. Join us and be your authentic self!