Solutions Engineer, SLED - Oregon

Cisco is a leading technology company revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations. They are seeking a Solutions Engineer to collaborate with Account Executives in designing and delivering tailored solutions for State, Local, and Education (SLED) customers, leveraging technical expertise and consultative guidance to drive customer success.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Account Executives to develop and recommend customized solutions for customers
• Provide architectural expertise across the Cisco product portfolio, leveraging your technical specialization for specific opportunities
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor, offering consultative guidance to account teams and customers
• Stay current on competitor solutions to help maintain Cisco's competitive edge
• Lead and participate in high-impact customer engagements, such as Tech Days, Executive Briefings, and other events
• Lead RFP responses, product demonstrations, and proof-of-concept labs
• Develop formal sales plans and proposals for assigned opportunities
• Participate as a specialist on virtual teams, providing consultative support in your area of expertise

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in networking including experience with Cisco products or key competitor offerings
• Pre-sales experience designing and configuring technology solutions to meet customer needs
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess issues and determine effective solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong presentation abilities
• Experience in sales engineering or a related technical pre-sales role
• Cisco certifications, including CCIE or equivalent experience, are highly desirable
• Familiarity with competitive networking products (e.g., HPE/Aruba, Juniper, Arista, Fortinet)
• Cisco DEVNET or scripting/programming experience