Verification of Cisco Certifications: I would conduct thorough verification of the Cisco certifications claimed by the candidates with less than three years of experience. This could involve reaching out to the relevant certification bodies or conducting background checks to ensure the authenticity of the certifications. Discussion with Stakeholders: I would engage in a discussion with the relevant stakeholders, such as the hiring manager or IT leadership, to express concerns about the potential limitations of solely focusing on certification. This would provide an opportunity to demonstrate the value of considering candidates with extensive experience, even if they lack the specific certification. Proposal for Comprehensive Evaluation Process: I would propose a comprehensive evaluation process that considers both certification and experience, as well as other relevant factors such as technical