Cisco · 5 hours ago
Leader, Solutions Engineer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$243K/yr - $310K/yr
10+ years expCisco is a leading technology company revolutionizing data and infrastructure connectivity. The Systems Engineering Manager will lead a team supporting strategic Department of War customers, driving technical strategy and ensuring Cisco solutions deliver operational outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Systems Engineers supporting Joint Defense customers
Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and collaboration
Align engineering priorities with customer mission requirements and Cisco business objectives
Support talent development, succession planning, and technical skill advancement
Build trusted advisor relationships with DISA, 4th Estate agencies, MDA leadership, and key stakeholders
Provide technical leadership for strategic initiatives, modernization efforts, and mission transformation
Represent Cisco at executive briefings, technical forums, and defense industry engagements
Guide solution architecture across networking, security, cloud, collaboration, observability, and emerging technologies
Support secure, resilient, and scalable architectures aligned to DoD standards and mission needs
Ensure technical alignment with federal compliance requirements and evolving defense priorities
Partner with account teams to shape strategy, capture opportunities, and drive technical wins
Support proposal development, technical positioning, and competitive differentiation
Help accelerate adoption of Cisco innovation within Defense environments
Ensure disciplined engineering execution, forecasting accuracy, and pipeline visibility
Monitor technical engagement quality, customer satisfaction, and measurable outcomes
Optimize resource allocation to support high-impact opportunities
Qualification
Required
Proven leader with excellent management, communication, influencing, and conflict resolution skills
Deep understanding of Cisco's solution portfolio and IT industry trends relevant to the Department of Defense
Demonstrated success in customer-facing roles, with the ability to engage at all organizational levels
Track record of leading projects from conception to completion
Experience in requirements gathering, solution design, and delivery in Defense verticals
Ability to inspire confidence and build enduring executive relationships
Strong problem-solving, business writing, customer relationship management, and presentation skills
In-depth understanding of Defense strategies, mission requirements, and solution design
Undergraduate degree (or equivalent experience)
10+ years in customer-centric IT, delivery, or pre-sales roles, with significant experience in the Defense sector
Experience managing technical teams in high-pressure, mission-focused environments
Travel 25% as required
Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Washington DC / Maryland / Northern Virginia (DMV) area
Preferred
Active security clearance preferred (or ability to obtain one)
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 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 determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
Flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
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 from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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unknown1990-02-13IPO
Leadership Team
Chuck Robbins
Chair and CEO
Carl Solder
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