PSBU, The Physical Security Business Unit (PSBU) within Emerging Technologies Group offers a full-spectrum Physical Security software solution consisting of Physical Facility Access Control Systems, network-centric video surveillance systems supporting video transmission, monitoring, recording, and management, IP-Cameras and also Incident Response Systems with notification and Push-to-Talk Audio collaboration. The next generation Push-to-Talk Communication systems bridge audio with video and allow First Responders and Incident Dispatchers to collaborate to respond to incidents better. The PSBU Mobile Audio-Video client project takes this one step further and bridges the existing Incident Response Systems and PTT Radios with rich media mobile clients.
Responsibilities:
The developer will be responsible for building add-on features to the Cisco IPICS PTT-based Incident Management system, driving powerful voice, video, rich-media features into real-world mobile device applications. This will entail enhancement of the Java-Server at the heart of Cisco IPICS to integrate advanced Land-Mobile Radio features and also to stream media to IPICS endpoints leveraging Cisco's IP infrastructure.
This position also includes the following responsibilities:
- Interacting with external companies
- Participate in the architecture and design of our radio control, radio trunking, etc components
- Defining the interfaces and the architecture for providing seamless integration of the IPICS system with existing and forthcoming radio standards.
Requirements: We are looking for a self motivated individual with outstanding problem-solving skills and solid java software development experience in a team setting. Experience in radio standards, operations, and commonly used interfaces will be ideal. Experience in Struts, JSP and Javascript is highly desired. Candidates who have a more diverse background such as exposure to Audio-Video streaming and conferencing Technologies will be ideally suited for the position. You must have excellent debugging and optimization skills with good written and verbal communication skills. Technical Requirements: Languages: JAVA, JSP, JSTL, Javascript Technologies: Struts, VoIP, IVR Software/Tools: Eclipse, Tomcat, Clearcase Operating System: Red Hat Linux Protocols: HTTP, SIP, Multicast Languages: C/C++ and Objective C++ (for IPhone), C++/C# for Windows Mobile, J2EE for Server-side development Technologies: Video Streaming, VoIP, Network Programming, Tomcat-Java Protocols: HTTP, SIP, Multicast, H264 Other Skills Required: Ability to plan small projects. Ability to solve complex problems involving multiple sub systems. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Interfaces cross-functionally at the working team level. Customer resolution requires excellent communication skills. Sponsors and models exemplary team interaction.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Friday, July 18, 2008
Program Manager, Data Center Partners & Products
Manage strategic and tactical relationships with Data Center BU OEM partners (e.g. EMC, HP, IBM, Dell). Responsible for day-to-day relationship management with, and development of new channel partnerships. Major activities include new product introduction (NPI) of Nexus 5000 products through OEM partners, running OEM quarterly business reviews, responding to OEM requests and escalations, and building relationships with OEM team members. Must be able to lead cross-functional OEM teams, balance operational and strategic issues, gain respect of OEM customer/partner team, negotiate contract issues to successful resolution, and identify and drive opportunities to increase revenues through the partnership. Program management experience in BU operations, engineering, manufacturing, and or sales a plus. Must be self-starter and willing to drive operational issues to closure.
Skills Required
Requires a strong mix of business and technical skills, supported by considerable experience in the following areas: Previous experience in Sales, Channels and or Product Marketing roles. Leadership and program management of development plan/schedule, milestones, interdependencies and resource requirements. Experience in influencing the direction of engineering development and partnerships. Ability to successfully interact with and influence peer and functional peer groups at all management levels, as well as with outside vendors (OEM, ODM). Strong and proven leadership and influence management skills leading virtual cross-functional teams.
Previous experience within and/or knowledge of the Storage/SAN industry, Fibre Channel and FCoE products and key competitors is invaluable. Work is reviewed and success is measured based on attainment of product release milestones (i.e. Cisco FCS, Partner Qualification, General Availability) and revenue growth.
Skills Required
Requires a strong mix of business and technical skills, supported by considerable experience in the following areas: Previous experience in Sales, Channels and or Product Marketing roles. Leadership and program management of development plan/schedule, milestones, interdependencies and resource requirements. Experience in influencing the direction of engineering development and partnerships. Ability to successfully interact with and influence peer and functional peer groups at all management levels, as well as with outside vendors (OEM, ODM). Strong and proven leadership and influence management skills leading virtual cross-functional teams.
Previous experience within and/or knowledge of the Storage/SAN industry, Fibre Channel and FCoE products and key competitors is invaluable. Work is reviewed and success is measured based on attainment of product release milestones (i.e. Cisco FCS, Partner Qualification, General Availability) and revenue growth.
Monday, July 14, 2008
Consulting Systems Engineer -- Physical Security IP Networking -- Midwest US
The SE is responsible for working with our internal/external customer and partners to help drive revenue for the Physical Security business. The SE’s primary focus will be to grow the network-centric CCTV and Security business. The SE will also focus on owning customer relations and providing technical coverage for Physical Security Sales team and customers. Travel required for this role.
Responsible for driving solution sales for Physical Security which includes knowledge in:
Access Control
IP Cameras
IPICS
VSM (Video Surveillance Manager)
Stream Manager
Understanding of industries driving convergence of these technologies
Be able to work with Cisco Account Managers, Systems Engineers and Cisco Physical Security Partners to plan Sales Strategy, develop proposals, deliver customer presentations and / or demonstrations and close business.
Responsible for developing a Business Plan to meet and exceed assigned quota.
* 7+ years-related experience in Public Safety/Interoperability industries. In addition to Cisco product experience and relevant experience in key competitor offerings in the Security and radio interoperability markets. Pre-Sales experience required. Candidates with CCIE/CCNA certification preferred.
* In-depth knowledge of Core IP Network Routing/Switching, Radio Interoperability, Video Surveillance and the convergence of Information Security and Physical Security.
* Should have knowledge with the Security market and the competitors in this space
* Familiarity with an overall physical security solution which includes products from our ATG and STG business units
*Must be able to successfully work with Account teams to develop “SE as a trusted advisor” status, so you can own the opportunities.
Specific Responsibilities will include:
1. Working with partners, customers, the ESO enterprise region teams, Public Sector and the commercial teams. In addition to extended teams, i.e. IBSG, Verticals etc. Collaborate closely with Cisco Sales Teams at various levels to sell Physical Security Solutions to approved verticals in the Public Safety First Responder, Public Sector and Gaming industry.
2. Work with Channel team and partners to find and develop Physical Security solution opportunities.
3. Provide specific solutions/technology/ product consulting, technical and sales support for accounts, extended sales teams and partners. Mentor internal/external partner System Engineers
4. Perform in-depth and high-level technical and sales presentations for customers and partners.
5. Scale the business by managing calls and presentations articulating the business value of Physical Security.
Skills Required:
1. Must have knowledge of radio communications, surveillance systems, core network technologies (routing/switching) and understand how to position these technologies to provide a solution that solves the customer’s needs.
2. Ability to educate partners and team members on the value proposition, finding, qualifying, discovering business drivers and closing Physical Security opportunities
3. Understand the Sales cycle and understand the challenges that can affect the forecast.
4. Commit and execute on the sales strategy as set forth by the PSS within a territory.
5. Be creative, determined and flexible in driving demand and pipeline
6. Excellent customer presence- Outstanding written and verbal communication, listening, negotiation and technical/non-technical presentation skills for an array of different audiences.
7. Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, add value as a team member and assume a leadership role for the team.
8. Make executive calls and presentations articulating the business value of Physical Security, with the value proposition of the converged Physical Security, interoperability and information security solutions.
9. Work closely with Cisco Sales Teams to sell Physical Security and IPICS Solutions to approved verticals in the Public Safety First Responder, Public Sector and Gaming industry.
Responsible for driving solution sales for Physical Security which includes knowledge in:
Access Control
IP Cameras
IPICS
VSM (Video Surveillance Manager)
Stream Manager
Understanding of industries driving convergence of these technologies
Be able to work with Cisco Account Managers, Systems Engineers and Cisco Physical Security Partners to plan Sales Strategy, develop proposals, deliver customer presentations and / or demonstrations and close business.
Responsible for developing a Business Plan to meet and exceed assigned quota.
* 7+ years-related experience in Public Safety/Interoperability industries. In addition to Cisco product experience and relevant experience in key competitor offerings in the Security and radio interoperability markets. Pre-Sales experience required. Candidates with CCIE/CCNA certification preferred.
* In-depth knowledge of Core IP Network Routing/Switching, Radio Interoperability, Video Surveillance and the convergence of Information Security and Physical Security.
* Should have knowledge with the Security market and the competitors in this space
* Familiarity with an overall physical security solution which includes products from our ATG and STG business units
*Must be able to successfully work with Account teams to develop “SE as a trusted advisor” status, so you can own the opportunities.
Specific Responsibilities will include:
1. Working with partners, customers, the ESO enterprise region teams, Public Sector and the commercial teams. In addition to extended teams, i.e. IBSG, Verticals etc. Collaborate closely with Cisco Sales Teams at various levels to sell Physical Security Solutions to approved verticals in the Public Safety First Responder, Public Sector and Gaming industry.
2. Work with Channel team and partners to find and develop Physical Security solution opportunities.
3. Provide specific solutions/technology/ product consulting, technical and sales support for accounts, extended sales teams and partners. Mentor internal/external partner System Engineers
4. Perform in-depth and high-level technical and sales presentations for customers and partners.
5. Scale the business by managing calls and presentations articulating the business value of Physical Security.
Skills Required:
1. Must have knowledge of radio communications, surveillance systems, core network technologies (routing/switching) and understand how to position these technologies to provide a solution that solves the customer’s needs.
2. Ability to educate partners and team members on the value proposition, finding, qualifying, discovering business drivers and closing Physical Security opportunities
3. Understand the Sales cycle and understand the challenges that can affect the forecast.
4. Commit and execute on the sales strategy as set forth by the PSS within a territory.
5. Be creative, determined and flexible in driving demand and pipeline
6. Excellent customer presence- Outstanding written and verbal communication, listening, negotiation and technical/non-technical presentation skills for an array of different audiences.
7. Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, add value as a team member and assume a leadership role for the team.
8. Make executive calls and presentations articulating the business value of Physical Security, with the value proposition of the converged Physical Security, interoperability and information security solutions.
9. Work closely with Cisco Sales Teams to sell Physical Security and IPICS Solutions to approved verticals in the Public Safety First Responder, Public Sector and Gaming industry.
Manager Hardware Engineering -- Consumer TelePresence
Consumer TelePresence is a new Business Unit being incubated in ETG, and we are currently seeking a Manager of Hardware Engineering to help lead this incubation through to a significant business. Leveraging technology developed for our enterprise TelePresence product, the fastest growing product in Cisco’s history, CTBU will bring to market a breakthrough, consumer version of TelePresence which will provide a unique, in-person experience when communicating with friends and relatives over the internet.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Director of Hardware of TSBU, the Manager of Hardware Engineering will be responsible for the following:
• Build world-class engineering team
• Work with product management, market development, and customers to develop, refine, validate, and prioritize product requirements and product roadmaps
•Work with industrial design team to ensure constraints are met in developing compelling consumer designs.
• Define product hardware architecture and system level designs based on product requirements and business model.
• Work with director of software to ensure a complete system and make appropriate trade offs as a team
• Develop product hardware functional specifications
• Develop product prototype
• Make strategic trade-offs in make-buy-partner technology decisions
• Drive to develop and protect intellectual property for market leadership.
• Lead development, launch and successful revenue growth of the product(s)
• Develop, and adhere to, resource plans, schedule, and budget
Requirements:
• Previous multiple year experience in the consumer electronics market, bringing multiple successful products to market.
• Experience with video, audio products and solutions.
• Track record of developing “disruptive” products and bringing them to market
• Very high technical competence, individual technical accomplishments with repeated, proven track record for product delivery
• Entrepreneurial drive, demonstrated ability to achieve stretch goals in an innovative and fast paced environment
• Strong leadership and management skills, ability to deliver results with a small, fast-paced teams, and ability to work across teams
• Strong ability to stay in sync with key customer requirements and deliver products to meet the requirements, making appropriate trade-offs
• Experience in building high performing engineering teams
• Strong inter-personal skills and teamwork
• Ability to work and thrive in a true “startup” mode
Other desired qualifications include:
• Work experience with successful startups
• Brought products to market with cameras or displays
• Experience with visual communications systems.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Director of Hardware of TSBU, the Manager of Hardware Engineering will be responsible for the following:
• Build world-class engineering team
• Work with product management, market development, and customers to develop, refine, validate, and prioritize product requirements and product roadmaps
•Work with industrial design team to ensure constraints are met in developing compelling consumer designs.
• Define product hardware architecture and system level designs based on product requirements and business model.
• Work with director of software to ensure a complete system and make appropriate trade offs as a team
• Develop product hardware functional specifications
• Develop product prototype
• Make strategic trade-offs in make-buy-partner technology decisions
• Drive to develop and protect intellectual property for market leadership.
• Lead development, launch and successful revenue growth of the product(s)
• Develop, and adhere to, resource plans, schedule, and budget
Requirements:
• Previous multiple year experience in the consumer electronics market, bringing multiple successful products to market.
• Experience with video, audio products and solutions.
• Track record of developing “disruptive” products and bringing them to market
• Very high technical competence, individual technical accomplishments with repeated, proven track record for product delivery
• Entrepreneurial drive, demonstrated ability to achieve stretch goals in an innovative and fast paced environment
• Strong leadership and management skills, ability to deliver results with a small, fast-paced teams, and ability to work across teams
• Strong ability to stay in sync with key customer requirements and deliver products to meet the requirements, making appropriate trade-offs
• Experience in building high performing engineering teams
• Strong inter-personal skills and teamwork
• Ability to work and thrive in a true “startup” mode
Other desired qualifications include:
• Work experience with successful startups
• Brought products to market with cameras or displays
• Experience with visual communications systems.
User Interface (UI) Developer, Technical Leader -- Consumer TelePresence
The TelePresence unit of Cisco's Emerging Technology Group has redefined the video conferencing user experience in the meeting room. Now we're looking for talented and motivated engineers to work with us to expand these new rules to a variety of environments and user personas.
Responsibilities for this position include:
- Lead user-centered, iterative design, development, and testing processes
- Actively participate in brainstorming with the marketing and engineering team
- Rapidly create prototype interfaces for user testing and validation
- Define UI technical roadmap, strategy, and architecture
Requirements:
- 10+ years experience creating user interfaces for consumer oriented technology products: desktop software, Internet applications, mobile devices, or consumer electronics.
- Experience with interactive web technologies such as HTML/CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, JSON, SOAP, Adobe Flash & ActionScript.
- Proficiency in Java, and one or more web server scripting languages such as Python, PHP, Perl, Ruby. Experience with C/C++ desirable.
- Familiarity with networking, VoIP, audio/video multimedia, and 2D/3D graphics frameworks.
- Ability to work in a team to incorporate business and technical requirements as design parameters
- Experience mentoring a team of engineers with a range of experience levels.
- Practical experience applying Human Interface guidelines, Accessibility standards, and Internationalization & Localization frameworks.
- Successful record of taking a project from concept to completion
Responsibilities for this position include:
- Lead user-centered, iterative design, development, and testing processes
- Actively participate in brainstorming with the marketing and engineering team
- Rapidly create prototype interfaces for user testing and validation
- Define UI technical roadmap, strategy, and architecture
Requirements:
- 10+ years experience creating user interfaces for consumer oriented technology products: desktop software, Internet applications, mobile devices, or consumer electronics.
- Experience with interactive web technologies such as HTML/CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, JSON, SOAP, Adobe Flash & ActionScript.
- Proficiency in Java, and one or more web server scripting languages such as Python, PHP, Perl, Ruby. Experience with C/C++ desirable.
- Familiarity with networking, VoIP, audio/video multimedia, and 2D/3D graphics frameworks.
- Ability to work in a team to incorporate business and technical requirements as design parameters
- Experience mentoring a team of engineers with a range of experience levels.
- Practical experience applying Human Interface guidelines, Accessibility standards, and Internationalization & Localization frameworks.
- Successful record of taking a project from concept to completion
Product Manager, Storage Networking / Data Center
Do you have a passion for creating great products? Are you eager to make things work better and do something with impact? Will you go the extra mile to ensure Cisco's continued success in the Data Center space?
Cisco is looking for an experienced Product Manager to join our Data Center team to drive next generation data center access products. In this role, you will be a member of a dynamic product team committed to the continuation of Cisco's leadership in Data Center technologies.
Responsibilities Include:
•Definition of new product (technical and business)
•Responsible for the product throughout the execution cycle, including:
-Gathering product requirements and defining the product vision
-Working with engineering to develop and deliver
-Creating product insertion and go to market strategy
-Product launch to customers, partners, etc.
•Develop the product strategy, positioning, pricing, and all elements related to the business case.
•Direct customer and partner interaction.
If you are a highly motivated individual with a proven track record looking to break into something new, this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for.
Skills Required:
•Software product management experience is highly desirable (experience with large enterprise applications is a plus).
•Excellent technical skills in data center technologies including networking, server infrastructure, server virtualization and/or management applications.
•Demonstrated customer/partner facing experience (ex. prior product management, outbound marketing or sales role).
•Strong presentation skills demonstrating creativity and initiative.
•Excellent written and oral communication skills.
•Strong teamwork skills.
Educational Background Recommended:
•Computer Science, Electrical Engineering degree highly desirable. Finance, Marketing or equivalent considered
•Related experience in developing/marketing internetworking technologies, server infrastructure, and/or applications
•MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Cisco is looking for an experienced Product Manager to join our Data Center team to drive next generation data center access products. In this role, you will be a member of a dynamic product team committed to the continuation of Cisco's leadership in Data Center technologies.
Responsibilities Include:
•Definition of new product (technical and business)
•Responsible for the product throughout the execution cycle, including:
-Gathering product requirements and defining the product vision
-Working with engineering to develop and deliver
-Creating product insertion and go to market strategy
-Product launch to customers, partners, etc.
•Develop the product strategy, positioning, pricing, and all elements related to the business case.
•Direct customer and partner interaction.
If you are a highly motivated individual with a proven track record looking to break into something new, this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for.
Skills Required:
•Software product management experience is highly desirable (experience with large enterprise applications is a plus).
•Excellent technical skills in data center technologies including networking, server infrastructure, server virtualization and/or management applications.
•Demonstrated customer/partner facing experience (ex. prior product management, outbound marketing or sales role).
•Strong presentation skills demonstrating creativity and initiative.
•Excellent written and oral communication skills.
•Strong teamwork skills.
Educational Background Recommended:
•Computer Science, Electrical Engineering degree highly desirable. Finance, Marketing or equivalent considered
•Related experience in developing/marketing internetworking technologies, server infrastructure, and/or applications
•MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Senior Product Manager, Catalyst 6500 Security Services / Modules
Seeking a Senior Product Manager who will be responsible for Cisco Catalyst 6500 related security and firewall services/ service modules.
As an energetic leader you will drive the product strategy, positioning, customer interaction, Cisco sales force training, and product life cycle management for the Catalyst 6500 in this space.
Candidate should have the ability to successfully operate in a cross-functional team driving tangible revenue growth.
In addition, you will need excellent communication and influencing skills to work effectively with the product management teams of multiple business units, Cisco corporate marketing, Cisco strategic partners, and Cisco sales teams.
A combination of strategic and operational skills would be ideal.
Background could be in relevant product management, technical design consultancy, or security services.
As an energetic leader you will drive the product strategy, positioning, customer interaction, Cisco sales force training, and product life cycle management for the Catalyst 6500 in this space.
Candidate should have the ability to successfully operate in a cross-functional team driving tangible revenue growth.
In addition, you will need excellent communication and influencing skills to work effectively with the product management teams of multiple business units, Cisco corporate marketing, Cisco strategic partners, and Cisco sales teams.
A combination of strategic and operational skills would be ideal.
Background could be in relevant product management, technical design consultancy, or security services.
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Competitive Product Marketing Manager, Storage Networking Outbound Marketing
The Cisco Datacenter Switching Technology Group is looking for an experienced Marketing Manager to lead the competitive effort for the MDS 9000 Family of Storage Networking products.
The Senior Marketing Manager will define and drive the overall competitive strategy, product positioning, development and delivery of collateral and outbound competitive campaigns, push of value proposition, presentation to Cisco field, customers, and Original Storage Manufacturers (OSMs).
The strategic position will also require managing the competitive program, coordinating across various internal functional groups, communicating to OSMs, tie-in with programs.
The Senior Marketing Manager will define and drive the overall competitive strategy, product positioning, development and delivery of collateral and outbound competitive campaigns, push of value proposition, presentation to Cisco field, customers, and Original Storage Manufacturers (OSMs).
The strategic position will also require managing the competitive program, coordinating across various internal functional groups, communicating to OSMs, tie-in with programs.
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