Systems Architect - Army/Defense Agencies/Special Forces

The application window is expected to close on:10/31/2025.

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to Washington, DC

Meet the Team

Join a high-impact, mission-focused team supporting the U.S. Army, Defense Agencies, and Special Forces community. We are at the forefront of driving Cisco's technology strategy for Defense customers, leveraging deep technical expertise and collaborative partnerships to deliver mission-centric solutions across the Department of Defense market.

Your Impact

As a Technical Leader within our Army/Defense Agencies/Special Forces Operation, you will be pivotal in shaping and executing Cisco's technology vision for the Defense vertical. You will architect innovative solutions tailored to unique mission outcomes, lead a cross-functional team, and build strategic relationships with key Defense stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to drive business growth, support high-stakes opportunities, and make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving market.

Influence overall vision, strategy, and execution of technology verticals within the Army, Defense Agencies, and Special Forces community

Architect and deliver mission-centric solutions focused on achieving customer mission outcomes

Lead and mentor the Cisco integrated team, building strategic relationships with stakeholders in the Defense vertical

Identify and develop new business opportunities aligned with organizational growth strategies

Align engineering strategy and investments to shape large deal proposals, driving customer loyalty and increased win rates

Lead engineering innovation by evolving capabilities that generate incremental demand

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate degree (or equivalent)

10-15 years of experience in customer-centric roles within IT, delivery, or pre-sales

Deep understanding of Defense strategies, mission challenges, and mission outcomes, with demonstrated ability to develop solutions-oriented technology strategies

Significant prior experience in requirements gathering and solution design within a Defense vertical

U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain a U.S. DoD security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Proven leadership, collaboration, and team-building skills, with a record of successfully leading complex projects

Strong problem-solving, influencing, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills

Effective communicator with experience working at all management levels and with technical contributors

CCIE certification preferred

Willingness to travel 50-100%

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