Solutions Engineer - USPS Networking - NY State

Cisco Systems, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); Remote; USD 215,000 - 283,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is on the lookout for a Solutions Engineer who thrives on technology and customer interaction. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate closely with Networking Account Executives and cross-functional teams to enhance Cisco's Networking brand. Your responsibilities will include understanding customer needs, showcasing cutting-edge networking solutions, and leading technical demonstrations. With a focus on secure networking, you'll engage with decision-makers across various sectors, making a significant impact on their digital transformation journeys. This position offers the chance to work with diverse technologies in a flexible environment, promoting both professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible work from home or office

Quality medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with matching contribution

Paid time off for volunteering

Paid holidays and vacation time

Sick time off policy

Performance-based incentive pay

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in designing Routing, Wireless, and Switching deployments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Account Executives to drive business and growth opportunities.
• Perform product demos and Proof of Concept labs.

Skills

Networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, LISP)

Network segmentation technologies (VRF, MPLS, ZeroTrust, SDA, 802.1x, Adaptive Policy)

Pre-sales experience

Communication and presentation skills

Understanding of competitive networking products

Education

BS/BA in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Cisco Certifications (CCIE, CCDE, CCNP, DevNet)

AWS

Google Cloud

Terraform

Job description

Solutions Engineer - USPS Networking - NY State

Location:

Alternate Location

NY State

Area of Interest

Engineer - Pre Sales and Product Management

Compensation Range

215000 USD - 283000 USD

Job Type

Professional

Networking

Job Id

1441791

• Location: Offsite, Syracuse, New York, US
• Alternate Location NY State
• Area of Interest Engineer - Pre Sales and Product Management
• Compensation Range 215000 USD - 283000 USD
• Job Type Professional
• Technology Interest Networking
• Job Id 1441791

New

The application window is expected to close on June 01, 2025

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Applicant must reside or be willing to relocate to Syracuse, New York

Cisco is seeking to fill a Solutions Engineer role in the Americas Organization who has a passion for technology and a zeal for customer interaction! You will partner primarily with a Networking Account Executive, work with Portfolio Account Teams, Partners and other cross-functional teams to drive Cisco Networking brand preference with our customers.

Working directly with customers, you will capture detailed knowledge of requirements and provide recommendations to achieve the desired business outcomes.

YOUR IMPACT This is a pre-sales, technical role passionate about architectural selling covering customers from all verticals and segments in the America’s. Communicating technical architectures, solutions and products to key decision- makers from Managers to Directors and above. You will establish relationships with our customer, showcase Cisco Networking products and solutions with a focus on Secure networking including Routing, Switching, Wireless, and Automation, lead RFP response(s), set up demonstrations, drive proof of values, explain features and benefits to customers, and design and configure products to meet specific customer requirements.

You will work with a variety of technologies and will therefore need the capacity to demonstrate technical solutions and capabilities effectively and conduct multi-architectural Proof-of-Concept tests is a must.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Partner with Account Executives to drive business and growth opportunities
• Driving demand generation activities
• Enable technology capabilities internally with Account Teams and externally with our partners.
• Understanding customer requirements and mapping technical solutions to meet the needs
• Deep product and solution knowledge: Product positioning, differentiation across solutions, operational characteristics
• Performing product demo and Proof of Concept labs
• Maintaining competitive knowledge to strategically position Cisco’s products and services
• Following market transition and industry trends to anticipate customer needs
• Aligning cross-functionally to various business entities and teams across the company
• Challenger attitude willing to help customers with complex digital transformation opportunities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive skills and knowledge in networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, LISP) network segmentation technologies (VRF, MPLS, ZeroTrust, SDA, 802.1x, Adaptive Policy), and network management.

Pre-sales experience with strong cross-functional teamwork and consultative skills.

Understanding of competitive networking products such as HPE/Aruba, Juniper, Arista, Fortinet.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• BS/BA (EE/CS) or equivalent with 5+ years of proven experience sizing and designing Routing, Wireless and Switching deployments both On-Prem and Cloud Based.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional level Cisco or non-Cisco Certifications or ability to achieve will be required (CCIE, CCDE, CCNP, DevNet, AWS, Google, Terraform).
• API and programmability knowledge is a plus.
• Willingness to travel to customer and partner sites as needed 35% of the time approximately. We offer a flexible work from home or office (where Cisco offices are available) option.

#WEARECISCO

#WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all.

Our passion is connection—we celebrate our employees’ diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best.

We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteer—80 hours each year—allows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do!

Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us!

Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:

When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

U.S. employees haveaccess to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings.

Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday (for non-exempt employees), plus a day off for their birthday. Non-Exempt new hires accrue up to 16 days ofvacation time off each year, at a rate of 4.92 hours per pay period. Exempt new hires participate in Cisco’s flexible Vacation Time Offpolicy, which does not place a defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use, but is subject to availability and some business limitations. All new hires are eligible for Sick Time Off subject to Cisco’s Sick Time Off Policy and will have eighty (80) hours of sick time off provided on their hire date and on January 1st of each year thereafter. Up to 80 hours ofunused sick timewill be carried forwardfrom one calendar yearto the nextsuch that the maximum number of sick time hours an employee may have available is160 hours. Employees in Illinois have a unique time off program designed specifically with local requirements in mind. All employees also have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community.

Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:

.75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;

1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;

1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.

For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.

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