Commercial Solutions Engineer – Strategic Tech Architect (KY/IN)

Cisco Systems, Inc.

Frankfort (KY)

On-site

USD 208,000 - 264,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. in the Kentucky/Indiana territory seeks a Solutions Engineer to lead the technical sales process, translate business requirements into Cisco architectures, and partner with Account Executives and regional partners to drive multi-year plans.

You will deliver demos, ROI analyses, and roadmaps, establish trusted-advisor relationships with IT leadership, and help accelerate customer outcomes across Cisco’s portfolio—Networking, Security, and Collaboration.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree + 8 years of pre-sales/systems engineering experience, OR Master's + 6 years, OR PhD + 3 years.
Proven track record in pre-sales with enterprise/commercial customers and driving deals.
Cross-architectural knowledge across Cisco solution areas (Networking, Security, Cloud/Collaboration).
Strong discovery, executive presentation, and communication skills.
Must reside in or relocate to the designated territory (Frankfort, KY or Indianapolis, IN).

Responsibilities

Lead Technical Sales Strategy: drive the sales process from discovery to closure with multi-year plans.
Trusted Technical Advisory: build relationships with IT leadership, C-suite, and stakeholders.
Architectural Demos & Proofs-of-Value: design and deliver customized presentations and ROI demonstrations.
Competitive Differentiation & Market Expansion: position Cisco advantages and grow pipeline.
Cross-Functional & Partner Collaboration: coordinate with virtual sales teams and partners.