Consulting Engineering Technical Leader – Enterprise Networking

Cisco

. Transform current and future network architecture for customers .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $142,900 - $190,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Cisco Networking, including Enterprise Networking, Security, and Data Center, while providing high-level crisis management and technical advisory to customers. Capable of leading teams through complex network problem analysis and resolution, with a focus on delivering innovative technology solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cisco NetworkingCCNP-Level ExperienceSecurity ClearanceCrisis ManagementAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Enterprise NetworkingNetwork Architecture TransformationData Center ManagementRouting and SwitchingNetwork DesignNetwork DeploymentNetwork AnalysisNetwork ResolutionTechnology Solutions DeliverySecurity Solutions

Soft Skills

LeadershipInfluencingCollaborationVision ArticulationCustomer Advisory

Tools & Technologies

Cisco EngineeringCisco Standard MethodologiesCloud SolutionsMobility SolutionsData Security

Certifications & Qualifications

CCNP CertificationSec+ CertificationDoD TS/SCI Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

U.S. GovernmentClassified EnvironmentsVeterans ServicesMilitary Service MembersCrisis Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudSwitchingTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Transform current and future network architecture for customers
Work directly with customers and gain experience and exposure into their networks
Collaborate on projects impacting veterans and military service members
Work on network infrastructures
Deliver business and technology solutions involving data, security, mobility, and cloud
Serve as a trusted technical advisor and expert to customers
Help customers understand their networks, reduce risks, and adopt technology
Collaborate with Cisco Engineering to advocate for customer-focused innovation
Share upcoming Cisco technology with customers
Lead or guide Cisco, customer, and partner teams through complex network problem analysis and resolution
Provide high-level crisis management and resolve issues with customers and partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee)
Must be able to perform work on U.S. Government classified environments on U.S. soil
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 be able to work onsite 4 days/week at Ft. Meade, MD
Minimum 7 years of demonstrated experience in Cisco networking, combining Enterprise Networking, Security, or Data Center
CCNP-level experience with Cisco Enterprise Network Routing and Switching platforms
Sec+ certification
Ability to lead, articulate a vision, influence and guide teams in dynamic strategic environments
Experience with design, deployment, analysis and resolution of complex network issues
Preferred: experience delivering Cisco standard methodologies within customer infrastructure
Preferred: ability to lead or guide Cisco, Customer and Partner teams in resolving complex network problems
Preferred: strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred: ability to provide high-level crisis management
Preferred: capacity to 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, subject to eligibility
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible 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’s policies