Presales Engineer - Cisco

Konverge Technologies; Gurugram District; Sur place; INR 1 800 000 - 3 200 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Konverge Technologies in India seeks a Solution Architect to design end-to-end LAN/WLAN solutions using Cisco Catalyst 9000 switches and 9800 WLC, including Wi‑Fi 6/6E heatmaps and Catalyst Center demonstrations for automation and assurance. You will own the BOQ in CCW, manage licensing logic (DNA Essentials vs Advantage) and term alignment, and read tender documents to draft technical responses.

Strong networking fundamentals and presentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of LAN/WLAN architecture including VLANs, STP and QoS.
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst switches and 9800 WLAN controllers.
• Familiarity with CCW licensing, BOM sizing and term alignment.
• Ability to present design concepts to CIO-level audiences.
• Understanding of SD-Access concepts and their value.

Responsabilités

• Design end-to-end LAN/WLAN solutions using Catalyst 9000 switches and 9800 WLC.
• Architect Wi-Fi 6/6E solutions with predictive heatmaps and BOM sizing.
• Position and demo Cisco Catalyst Center for automation and assurance.
• Explain the value of SD-Access over traditional Layer-2/3 designs to customers.
• Own the Bill of Materials in CCW and manage licensing logic.
• Lead RFP responses and draft technical submissions.

Connaissances

LAN/WLAN design

Cisco switching

CCW expertise

WiFi 6/6E

RF fundamentals

ISE NAC basics

Presentation skills

RFP responses

Outils

Catalyst switches

Catalyst 9800 WLC

Description du poste

Role & responsibilities

1. Solution Architecture (Campus & Wireless)

• Design end-to-end LAN/WLAN solutions using Cisco Catalyst 9000 switches (Access, Core, Distribution) and Catalyst 9800 Wireless Controllers.
• Architect modern Wi-Fi 6/6E solutions, performing predictive heatmaps and BOM sizing.
• Position and demo Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly DNA Center) for automation and assurance.
• Explain the value of SD-Access over traditional Layer-2/3 designs to customers.

2. Commercial Mastery (BOQ & CCW)

• Own the BOQ: Create error-free Bill of Materials in Cisco Commerce Workspace (CCW).
• Licensing Logic: specific focus on DNA Essentials vs. Advantage, ensuring term alignment (3Y/5Y), and catching "hidden" costs like power cables, mounting kits, and uplink modules.
• RFP Leadership: Read technical tenders, identify compliance gaps, and draft technical responses.

Preferred candidate profile

Must-Have Technical Skills:

• Core Networking: Deep understanding of Switching (VLANs, STP, Stacking/VSS), Routing (OSPF, BGP), and QoS.
• Wireless Fundamentals: Understanding of RF physics, Roaming, SNR, and interference. Experience with Ekahau or AirMagnet is a plus.
• Cisco Portfolio: Catalyst 9200/9300/9500/9600, Catalyst 9100 APs, 9800 WLC.
• Security: Basic understanding of ISE (Identity Services Engine) for NAC/dot1x.

Professional Competencies:

• CCW Expert: You know how to navigate Ciscos quoting tool without assistance.
• Strong Fundamentals: You don't just memorize part codes; you understand why a solution works.
• Presentation: Ability to whiteboard a network design in front of a CIO.