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Talent Bridge
Matching Engine
Find and Hire Top Talent
Introducing the Talent Bridge Matching Engine—
Cisco Networking Academy’s free resource for
world-class, entry-level talent
Now, you can easily search for qualified Networking
Academy candidates for your company’s open entry-level
jobs or internships. The Networking Academy Talent
Bridge Matching Engine connects Cisco partners like
you to passionate, tech-savvy workers in 180 countries
—at no cost.
Stay in control
With the Matching Engine you can quickly search online
for NetAcad candidates and veterans skilled in CCNA,
CCNP, cybersecurity and more. Filter your search
based on levels of achievement, geographic location,
and job roles as you post and track your open jobs.
Then instantly find and contact qualified graduates with
the skills you need most—in real time. You control the
matching criteria and the candidates you reach out to.
Join Cisco partners globally
Cisco and a network of Cisco partner organizations
leverage Talent Bridge to build their workforces using
Networking Academy talent. Our graduates are trained
problem solvers, with critical skills for the digital economy.
Get the best out of the Matching Engine
This new resource launches in November 2017, so
check back frequently to post jobs and find candidates.
The number of participants will grow over time. Also,
let us know if you hire a candidate, so that we know
you were successful and can track metrics.
www.netacad.com/hiretalent
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Registering is easy:
1. Create a Cisco Connection Online (CCO) account
or log into CCO
2. Associate your Cisco ID with your parent company
3. Register and post your jobs (using the recruitment tab)
to find candidates, or simply click here
Sign up today to:
• Find the perfect match: Use Matching Engine
to post jobs and candidate requirements, then
connect with qualified matches based on your
criteria—including location, education, certifications,
and more
• Save time: Our graduates are trained in Cisco and
other technologies, so you don’t waste time sorting
through less-qualified candidates
• Build a pipeline: Over a million students study
in Networking Academies globally, giving you
a valuable, sustainable talent resource for entry
level positions
• Sponsor a team of IT students: We can connect you
to a Dream Team for help with a special event
Register now
Invigorate your organization with the best people—
by using the Networking Academy Talent Bridge
Matching Engine.
Need help?
Contact the Talent Bridge team.