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Nick Michaelides

Senior Vice President

US Public Sector

Nick Michaelides is the Senior Vice President of the U.S. Public Sector Organization. He and his team are responsible for the development and deployment of technology solutions that enable the public sector to better protect our country, serve our communities, and educate our children. Nick’s deep understanding of his customers and their mission critical challenges have been the key to his success. He leads with a customer first mentality and his team consistently delivers results by ensuring that they build strong relationships and serve as a trusted advisor to their customers and partners. Prior to leading Cisco’s U.S. Public Sector business, Nick held several leadership roles within Cisco. Most recently he led U.S. Federal Sales at Cisco. Nick’s was responsible for the U.S. Federal market, including Defense, Civilian and National Security Operations. U.S. Federal is the second largest market in the Americas and one that Cisco has supported for over 25 years. Prior to Federal, he was Senior Director for Defense Operations, where he was responsible for delivering innovative solutions, products, and services to one of the largest employers in the world, the United States Department of Defense (DoD). Nick is a proven leader with 32 years of Federal and technology industry experience. He provides strategic vision and operational management to consistently achieve sales goals and develop his workforce. Nick led Cisco’s Transformational Leadership Initiative, and has a passion for mentorship. He completed Cisco’s Momentum Leadership Program that develops the next generation of Cisco executives. Nick holds an Active Top Secret SCI clearance. He enjoys spending time at the lake with his wife, Rita, and their three children.

Articles

March 25, 2021

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GOVERNMENT

Transforming the Public Sector with Cisco and Insight

Like their private enterprise counterparts in 2020, educational institutions, state and local governments, and federal agencies needed a shift in their IT strategy to adapting successfully to the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently, Scott Frielander, vice president of Insight Public Sector, and Nick Michaelides, Cisco’s senior vice president for U.S. Public Sector, discussed how Cisco technology helped clients rapidly transition to new, innovative ways of serving the public.

January 13, 2021

GOVERNMENT

A New Operating Model for State and Local Government

A new operating model for state and local government is emerging because of COVID-19. What changes will it bring and how can you prepare?

November 11, 2020

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GOVERNMENT

Hidden Heroes: Celebrating Veterans Day and Armistice Day 2020

Today and every day, Cisco is proud to connect with, support, and hire veterans. In celebration of Veterans Day and Armistice Day, we honor all who serve.

October 7, 2020

EDUCATION

Cisco continues its tradition of innovation powering Internet2 and facilitating groundbreaking research

Cisco is proud to join together with many of the world’s leading researchers to support Internet2, a collective of the leading research universities across the country who are working together to solve the world’s toughest problems.

July 29, 2020

GOVERNMENT

Public Sector Guide to Leading Through a Crisis Situation

As leaders cope with large-scale disruption, they must guide their team to a new normal. Find out the five things that can help you do so successfully.

July 17, 2020

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GOVERNMENT

AppDynamics receives FedRAMP Authorization

Cisco AppDynamics is now FedRAMP Authorized, empowering government with industry leading cloud-based app performance management, deeper insights, and more.

March 3, 2020

EXECUTIVE PLATFORM

The Future of the US Federal Government

What will the U.S. look like in 2030? From Cloud Smart to cyber-resilience, explore the trends that will shape the next decade of federal government.

November 20, 2019

GOVERNMENT

Cisco’s Duo Security Achieves FedRAMP Authorization

For government, security is paramount. So we're pleased to announce that Cisco acquisition Duo Security has achieved FedRAMP authorization.

November 8, 2019

GOVERNMENT

Military Friendly: How Cisco Serves Those who Served

Cisco is proud to be military friendly by connecting with, supporting, and hiring veterans. Find out how we're helping veterans make the most of their skills as they transition to the private sector.