The application window is expected to close on: 3/6/25. Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. At Cisco, we power the future of digital experiences with secure, AI-driven connectivity. From agile networks that enable hybrid work to intelligent workplaces that advance sustainability and well-being, we help businesses stay resilient. Our industry-leading networking platforms and AI-powered portfolio—spanning LAN, WAN, security, and IoT—are transforming how CIOs build, secure, and optimize the connected world. To drive this transformation and deepen customer connections, we’re seeking a Director of Product Marketing to lead our market-leading Routing and Industrial IoT portfolio. As a senior leader on the Cisco Product Marketing team, you’ll shape marketing strategy, define impactful programs, and drive execution across the Routing product line. You’ll lead and develop a high-performing team, driving Cisco’s continued leadership in the industry. Your Impact * Develop expertise across Cisco’s Routing and Industrial IoT portfolio, from hardware and security integrations to AI-native assurance, enabling customers to build scalable, resilient networks * Collaborate closely with SD-WAN, Security, and other Cisco Product and Marketing teams to craft a unified messaging strategy for Cisco Networking * Lead competitive positioning and messaging initiatives to reinforce and extend Cisco’s market leadership * Guide strategic planning and execution to fuel growth and drive impact across the Sales, Marketing, and Channel organizations * Serve as a trusted authority on the Switching portfolio, customers, and business—driving impact through writing, speaking, and thought leadership—while guiding go-to-market and demand generation initiatives * Represent Cisco at customer engagements, events, within the analyst community, and with media, positioning the company as a leader in the industry * Build and develop a diverse, high-performing product marketing team, driving collaboration and excellence * Mentor and coach fellow product marketers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and growth Minimum Qualifications * You have 8+ years of experience in networking or cloud-managed IT, across Product Marketing, Product Management, Technical Marketing, or Sales Engineering * You have 5+ years of management experience, leading technical, marketing, or sales engineering teams with a proven track record in execution and team development * You have experience articulating the value of advanced infrastructure and technologies like AI and ML to solve customer and business challenges * You excel at conveying technical concepts and their business value to diverse audiences * You hold a Bachelor's Degree (technical preferred), with a Master’s or MBA being a plus * Experience in IT, networking, Enterprise SaaS, or mobility * You are open to travel as needed (up to 25%) Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.