Cisco is a leader in cybersecurity, committed to redefining security for users and networks. The Sales Development Representative (SDR) will prospect potential partners and become a subject matter expert on Cisco Security, helping to build a qualified pipeline and develop trusted relationships.
Responsibilities:
- Prospect partners by phone, email, LinkedIn or other methods
- Build a qualified pipeline of potential partners
- Become a subject matter expert of all things Cisco Security
- Develop trusted relationships internally and externally
- Position new, incubated products to solve cybersecurity challenges
Requirements:
- Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or degree program (e.g., Associates, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program + 3 years of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 4 years of relevant experience, Bachelors + 2 years of relevant experience)
- Outbound sales and/ or lead-generation experience in a high-tech or SaaS company
- Able to legally live and work in the country for which you're applying, without visa support or sponsorship
- Experience prospecting in the cybersecurity space
- Demonstrated success with cold-calling and outbound prospecting for new customers
- Familiarity with CRM tools like Salesforce (SFDC), HubSpot, or similar platforms
- You have a proven track record of meeting or exceeding ambitious (but achievable) targets
- You are an ambitious, self-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, competitive environment. You embrace challenges with a hunter mentality, constantly seeking the next opportunity to drive impact
- You are entrepreneurial, resilient, and excited by the unique opportunity to position innovative, incubated products in a rapidly evolving market