Cisco · 10 hours ago
Solutions Engineer - Federal
McLean, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$198K/yr - $250K/yr
5+ years expCisco is a leading technology company revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect in the AI era. The Solutions Engineer role focuses on aligning technology with customer missions and business outcomes, requiring innovation and collaboration with a skilled team to deliver critical services to federal agencies.
Communications InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareHardwareSoftware
Responsibilities
Drive the adoption of Cisco's solutions to meet customers’ current and future needs
Assess the customer's 'as is' and desired 'future-state' architectures and build an end-state vision that meets and exceeds the customers’ requirements
Align technology customer Strategic Plans to enhance mission and business objectives
Experiment with various technologies through customized lab environments, Proof of Value (POV) engagements, and collaboration with Technology and Product Specialists
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
5+ years of pre-sales engineering experience
Consistent track record of crafting comprehensive architectures and effectively aligning operational advantages to customer business outcomes
Experience working with Cisco's Enterprise networking portfolio including: Enterprise Routing and Switching platforms, Wireless, Collaboration, and Security solutions. Must also have foundational knowledge of network automation to include Cisco Catalyst Center, Meraki Dashboard, and industry-standard Python libraries and tools such as Netmiko and NAPALM, Ansible, and pyATS
Must possess at least one of the following active certifications: CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert) in Enterprise Infrastructure or Security; CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) or DevNet Professional
Preferred
Outstanding communication and presentation skills with the ability to build substantive relationships with customers through remote and in-person meetings
A broad technology foundation and learning agility to stay ahead of industry changes and product roadmaps
Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment and possess outstanding time management skills
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Flexible vacation time off program
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Employees On Sales Plans Earn Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown1990-02-13IPO
Leadership Team
Chuck Robbins
Chair and CEO
Carl Solder
Chief Technology Officer - Cisco System Australia/New Zealand
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