Consulting Engineering Technical Leader – Enterprise Networking, Automation

Cisco

. Transform current and future network architecture for customers .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $142,900 - $190,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Cisco Enterprise Networking and Automation, with a strong focus on transforming network architecture and delivering technology solutions. Proven ability to lead teams, provide crisis management, and advocate for customer-focused innovation in complex environments.

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Cisco Enterprise NetworkingNetwork AutomationCCNP-Level ExperienceU.S. Government DoD TS/SCI Security ClearancePython or Ansible Experience

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Hard Skills

Network Infrastructure DesignNetwork Issue ResolutionData Security SolutionsCloud Technology SolutionsMobility SolutionsCrisis ManagementAnalytical Problem-SolvingCustomer AdvisoryTechnology AdoptionComplex Network Analysis

Soft Skills

LeadershipVision ArticulationInfluencing TeamsCollaborationChange Management

Certifications & Qualifications

CCNP CertificationU.S. Government DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Veterans ServicesMilitary Service MembersCisco Standard MethodologiesCustomer-Focused InnovationU.S. Government Classified Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleCloudPythonTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Transform current and future network architecture for customers
Work directly with customers and gain exposure to their networks
Collaborate on projects impacting veterans and military service members
Work on network infrastructures
Deliver business and technology solutions across data, security, mobility, and cloud
Act as a trusted customer advisor and technical expert
Help customers understand their networks, reduce risks, and adopt technology
Collaborate with Cisco Engineering to advocate for customer-focused innovation
Serve as a liaison between Cisco Engineering and customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a U.S. Person: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee
Must perform work on U.S. soil in U.S. Government classified environments
Must possess a current U.S. Government DoD TS/SCI or Top Secret with SCI-eligibility security clearance
Must live within commuting distance of and work onsite 4 days a week at Fort Meade, Maryland
Minimum 7 years of demonstrated experience combining Cisco Enterprise Networking and Automation
CCNP-level experience with Cisco Enterprise Networking and Network Automation
Ability to lead, articulate a vision, influence, and guide teams in dynamic strategic environments
Experience designing, deploying, analyzing, and resolving complex network issues
Experience with Python, Ansible, or other automation tools preferred
Experience delivering Cisco standard methodologies within customer infrastructure
Ability to lead or guide Cisco, customer, and partner teams in analyzing and resolving complex network problems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to provide high-level crisis management
Capacity to see and articulate a vision that inspires change

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Paid birthday day off
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid personal wellness days
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program for exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies
Opportunities to grow and build skills
Global collaboration and team environment