WHO ARE WEWe are the Networking - Compute Operations Organization which drives strategic, operational, and organizational excellence across the Business Group. Our team delivers results on strategic business programs and drives various cross functional initiatives.

WHAT YOU WILL DO- You will play a highly visible, critical role leading software programs for the Compute portfolio- Define plans and drive development of new product launches while handling change on existing programs.- Identify and establish partnerships with globally distributed team members to build, support, secure sponsorship and ensure alignment for program outcomes- Identify and handle program risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies to minimize negative impact- Evaluate program progress and results against program objectives, create or reengineer processes, tools and/or structure to improve productivity and overall program outcomes- Facilitate teams through changes in features, priority and scope. Communicate and handle impact to avoid surprises.- Collaborate with the various Program leads within the team to actively exchange information, decisions and conduct interlock session- Work on multiple programs in parallel in a fast paced environment- Communicate status on ongoing programs to partners and senior management.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHYou will report into the Program Leader within the Networking - Compute Operations Organization.

WHO YOU AREYour engineering background allows you to understand product requirements, technical risks and validation strategy vital to accelerate development process. You communicate and present project status, highlight schedule risk, and develop recovery plans in the event of project slip.

You are savvy with a high level of energy, flexibility, a "can-do attitude." You enjoy partnering with Senior Leaders. You love learning, tackling new responsibilities, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-based environment. This position is people, data, and communications intensive; it requires:

• Bachelors or Masters’ Degree in a relevant subject.- 8 to 11years of Experience as a Technical Program Manager within a technology company- Good knowledge of the SDLC- Aggressive but empathetic with good emotional intelligence- Proficiency with process management and collaboration tools such as Jira, Rally- Facilitate continuous improvement- Experience of driving large-scale enterprise SW program.- Experience with SaaS products and Agile development methodologies would be a plus

WHY CISCO#WeAreCisco, where each person is unique, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference. Here's how we do it.

We accept digital, and help our customers implement change in their digital businesses. Some may think we're "old" (30 years strong!) and only about hardware, but we're also a software company. And a security company. A block-chain company. An AI/Machine Learning company. We even invented an intuitive network that adapts, predicts, learns and protects. No other company can do what we do - you can't put us in a box! But "Digital Transformation" is an empty buzz phrase without a culture that allows for innovation, creativity, and yes, even failure (if you learn from it.)

Day to day, we focus on the give and take. We give our best, we give our egos a break, and we give of ourselves (because giving back is built into our DNA.) We take accountability, we take bold steps, and we take difference to heart. Because without diversity of thought and a commitment to equality for all, there is no moving forward.

So, you have colorful hair? Don't care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That's cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us! #WeareCisco

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