Europe (Greece) - Associate Network Consulting Engineer - Services - Cisco Systems- Athens

Europe (Greece) - Associate Network Consulting Engineer - Services

Cisco Systems- Athens (Greece)

Job Description

Who we are: Cisco is changing the way in which we live, work, play and learn. So if your desire to work in leading-edge technology is matched by your drive to make a difference then the Cisco Associate Network Consulting Engineer program (aNCE) is the right challenge for you. As part of the Cisco Advanced Services team, this is a unique opportunity to be part of a highly collaborative, fast paced, global environment combining technical expertise, professional excellence and consulting skills to become a fully qualified Network Consulting Engineer (NCE).

When: Training commitment is August through October 2013

Where: Abroad for 5 weeks plus in-country virtual learning

The Opportunity: The Cisco Advanced Services team (AS) is a global organization charged with providing world-class services to Cisco’s customer base. As part of this team you will be helping create Cisco’s concept of the Human Network, by contributing to the success of Cisco's customers in deploying and utilizing the latest networking technologies.
The AS team’s primary focus is with Cisco’s premium customers. It operates in the Plan-Design-Implement (PDI) and Optimize phases of the Network Lifecycle applying new technologies, in complex design, performance and optimization services within the largest networks in the world, and led by some of the best technical experts in the industry.

aNCE Year 1 Responsibilities
• Developing solid knowledge of baseline Advanced Services (AS) skills
• Developing knowledge as a Network Infrastructure (NI) specialist in core IP routing and switching and/or Cisco Advanced Technologies.
• Completing technical and professional training during the first 3 months
• Passing CCNA certification exam within first 3 weeks of employment
• Passing the CCNP certification, or equivalent, exams within the first 3 months of employment
• Passing the CCIE written certification, or equivalent, exams within the first 6 months of employment
• Successfully completing 3 formal presentations and 4 written assignments
• Achieving additional certifications testing, such as CCDA & CCDP
• Completing projects and assignments on time to meet customer and team requirements

Long-term aNCE Responsibilities :
• Supporting the delivery of Advanced Services to major accounts
• Reviewing network requirements and producing high and low level network designs
• Reviewing customer Implementation and Change Management Plans
• Planning and executing complex Network Upgrade and Network Migration activities
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex customer network problems across a broad range of technologies
• Acting as a technical focal point for large account network problem resolution
• Generating reusable Intellectual Capital in the form of standard customer deliverables
• Leveraging and contributing to Virtual Teams
• Challenging ways of working and suggesting improvements and best practice

Competencies of Successful NCEs
• Strong computer/network skills with ability to understand technical issues and apply technical concepts
• The ability to leverage technical expertise from multiple sources
• Passion for learning and demonstrated ability for independent study, as well as the ability to work in a team
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong listening skills
• The ability to clearly communicate technical concepts
• The ability to produce quality work under pressure with immediate deadlines
• The ability to take and utilize constructive feedback

Education and Eligibility Requirements
• Minimum BS/BA from a 3-4 year technical program
• Degree in Engineering, Information Technologies, Computer Sciences, Physics or Mathematics preferred
• Ability to live and work in the country of your application with no additional VISA sponsorship from Cisco
• Must be fluent in English as well as the native language of the country of your application
• Must be able to begin full time employment on July 29, 2013

This position is available to undergraduate and graduate degree graduates. This position is located in Athens, Greece with the training phase in Poland- home location- Poland. Start Date: 29 July 2013

Company Description

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) enables people to make powerful connections-whether in business, education, philanthropy, or creativity. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create the Internet solutions that make networks possible-providing easy access to information anywhere, at any time. Cisco was founded in 1984 by a small group of computer scientists from Stanford University. Since the company's inception, Cisco engineers have been leaders in the development of Internet Protocol (IP)-based networking technologies. Today, with more than 65,225 employees worldwide, this tradition of innovation continues with industry-leading products and solutions in the company's core development areas of routing and switching, as well as in advanced technologies such as:

Specialties
Networking, Wireless, Security, Unified Communication, Telepresence, Collaboration, Data Center, Virtualization, Unified Computing Systems.

 

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