https://www.cisco.apply2jobs.com/HVExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mHvexternal.showPositionDetails&PID=378927&SID=25

Position: Emerging (Nigeria) - Associate Network Consulting Engineer - Services
Job Category: Full Time - Cisco Services

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 located in Lagos, Nigeria with the training phase in Poland- home location- Poland. Start Date: 29 July 2013

@Kayce5 Pls when would Cisco start shortlisting for the position? Not heard anything from them since I applied.

Still waiting for Cisco also...

I'm also waiting. I hope their recruitment process won't take eternity like others.

Let one just remain hopeful.

dademonie: I'm also waiting. I hope their recruitment process won't take eternity like others.

Its funny how very little information is on here about this Cisco opportunity

If it were one of the O&G companies, this page would have gotten into its 10th page by now.

As much as the silence of Cisco is killing everyone, maybe we should still get together to discuss this opportunity.

I for one believes its a fantastic opening, and a great career path.

So if anyone has heared anything, gotten any email, or phone call, please kindly let the house know, so we can know whats up.

I got contacted by cisco. They apologised for responding late. The person that responded was from their us office

bisikeys: I got contacted by cisco. They apologised for responding late. The person that responded was from their us office

Thanks for sharing... Hopefully the process will begin soon.

To be frank its an excellent opportunity, but also a very tasking one at that.

Bisikeys, do you have your CCNA already?

Anyone willing to go for this must be willing to put their life on hold and prepare/focus like never before ( I know I am), that is if you pull through the recruitment process. No kidding, and please kindly keep your GMAT in one corner its not gonna cut it here....

Achieving CCNA CCNP and CCIE (written) in 6 months is no joke o

Kingsleyinfo:

Thanks for sharing... Hopefully the process will begin soon.

To be frank its an excellent opportunity, but also a very tasking one at that.

Bisikeys, do you have your CCNA already?

Anyone willing to go for this must be willing to put their life on hold and prepare/focus like never before ( I know I am), that is if you pull through the recruitment process. No kidding, and please kindly keep your GMAT in one corner its not gonna cut it here....

Achieving CCNA CCNP and CCIE (written) in 6 months is no joke o

Well, to me it's a challenge which I would love to overcome. I ave my CCNA and CCNP routing, so I await d task ahead

I already have my ccna and ccnp. I guess they should contact us soon, cause the resumption date is july 29. How did you apply? I applied via linkedin.

bisikeys: I got contacted by cisco. They apologised for responding late. The person that responded was from their us office

pls, how many people got such mails

Divabiola: pls, how many people got such mails

I guess everyone that applied got the said mail... including yours truly.

Or were you not contacted too?

From what I have been able to gather, Cisco takes its time in its recruitment process, so patience is the key.

@kingsleyinfo, yes I was contacted. U said from what you av been able to gather...do u av info about the recruitment process

Divabiola: @kingsleyinfo, yes I was contacted. U said from what you av been able to gather...do u av info about the recruitment process

Google is your best friend right now.

Anyways.... here is a link on their recruitment process....

http://www.cisco.com/web/about/ac40/univ/emerging_markets/recruiting_process_em/index.html

I just hope Seun and his cohorts do not ban my ID again, the last time I posted a link my ID got banned for weeks....

After careful consideration they have decided not to recruit for the role anymore... got this mail just now

I guess they where overwhelmed by the number of applications or something else...

Anyways no stress, there will be other opportunities...

All the best.

Kingsleyinfo: After careful consideration they have decided not to recruit for the role anymore... got this mail just now

I guess they where overwhelmed by the number of applications or something else...

Anyways no stress, there will be other opportunities...

All the best.

Please did anyone get this very disappointing email.... or am I the only one?

Kingsleyinfo:

Please did anyone get this very disappointing email.... or am I the only one?

I got d mail