CIENA CORP

Company Profile

Ciena Corporation is an American optical networking systems and software company based in Hanover, Maryland. The company has been described as a vital player in optical connectivity. The company reported revenues of $4.8 billion and more than 9,000 employees, as of November 2025. Gary Smith serves as president and chief executive officer (CEO).

Employees

9,080

Headquarters

HANOVER, MD, United States

Website

www.ciena.com