Cisco Systems, Inc.
The application window is expected to close on: 11/30/2025.
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Candidates must reside or be willing to relocate to Socal
U.S. PERSON
Meet the Team Our Team is seeking a Pre-Sales Solutions Engineer focusing on the SLED market. The team supports and empowers each other to be the best team and to have fun. We have a wide range of interests outside of work, but we all love technology (and most of us have built our own Cisco network in our homes)! In this customer facing role you will collaborate with both business and technical leaders to build strong relationships that ensure Cisco's products and services are aligned to the unique needs of the specific customers.
YOUR IMPACT As a Solutions Engineer, you are passionate about technology and how it can drive business outcomes. You will serve as the technical go-to person for the Accounts, translating Cisco's innovative solutions into actionable, strategic plans that align with your customers' priorities. This opportunity will have the opportunity to work across a comprehensive portfolio of products and services, including Networking, Observability, Security, Collaboration, Compute and AI - crafting multi-architecture solutions to meet the customer's specific needs in the SLED market.
LOCATION & WORK ENVIRONMENT -
Based in Southern California (home office with regular customer site visits)
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Regular travel throughout the region to customer sites, events, and conferences
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Occasional travel to Cisco offices or national events
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Hybrid work model with flexibility for customer engagement
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience
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8+ years of experience in technical pre-sales, solutions engineering, or network engineering roles
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Demonstrated experience working with California education sector clients
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Proven track record of successfully architecting and positioning enterprise technology solutions in the Southern California region
TECHNICAL SKILLS -
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN)
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Knowledge of network security technologies (firewalls, VPN, secure access, zero trust)
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Familiarity with collaboration platforms (video conferencing, contact centers, unified communications)
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Understanding of cloud architectures and hybrid/multi-cloud strategies
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Experience with data center technologies and application infrastructure
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Knowledge of California-specific technology requirements and compliance frameworks
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Established relationships with Southern California SLED customers highly preferred
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS -
Excellent presentation and communication skills with both technical and executive audiences
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Strong problem-solving abilities and consultative approach
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Ability to translate technical concepts into business value
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Self-motivated with ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Willingness to travel throughout Southern California region (40-60%)
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Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation
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Ability to work effectively in culturally diverse environments
Certifications (Preferred)
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Cisco CCNP or CCIE certification
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Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent)
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Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
#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!
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Simply put - we power the future.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
U.S. PERSON
Meet the Team Our Team is seeking a Pre-Sales Solutions Engineer focusing on the SLED market. The team supports and empowers each other to be the best team and to have fun. We have a wide range of interests outside of work, but we all love technology (and most of us have built our own Cisco network in our homes)! In this customer facing role you will collaborate with both business and technical leaders to build strong relationships that ensure Cisco's products and services are aligned to the unique needs of the specific customers.
YOUR IMPACT As a Solutions Engineer, you are passionate about technology and how it can drive business outcomes. You will serve as the technical go-to person for the Accounts, translating Cisco's innovative solutions into actionable, strategic plans that align with your customers' priorities. This opportunity will have the opportunity to work across a comprehensive portfolio of products and services, including Networking, Observability, Security, Collaboration, Compute and AI - crafting multi-architecture solutions to meet the customer's specific needs in the SLED market.
LOCATION & WORK ENVIRONMENT -
Based in Southern California (home office with regular customer site visits)
-
Regular travel throughout the region to customer sites, events, and conferences
-
Occasional travel to Cisco offices or national events
-
Hybrid work model with flexibility for customer engagement
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience
-
8+ years of experience in technical pre-sales, solutions engineering, or network engineering roles
-
Demonstrated experience working with California education sector clients
-
Proven track record of successfully architecting and positioning enterprise technology solutions in the Southern California region
TECHNICAL SKILLS -
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN)
-
Knowledge of network security technologies (firewalls, VPN, secure access, zero trust)
-
Familiarity with collaboration platforms (video conferencing, contact centers, unified communications)
-
Understanding of cloud architectures and hybrid/multi-cloud strategies
-
Experience with data center technologies and application infrastructure
-
Knowledge of California-specific technology requirements and compliance frameworks
-
Established relationships with Southern California SLED customers highly preferred
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS -
Excellent presentation and communication skills with both technical and executive audiences
-
Strong problem-solving abilities and consultative approach
-
Ability to translate technical concepts into business value
-
Self-motivated with ability to work independently and as part of a team
-
Willingness to travel throughout Southern California region (40-60%)
-
Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation
-
Ability to work effectively in culturally diverse environments
Certifications (Preferred)
-
Cisco CCNP or CCIE certification
-
Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent)
-
Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
#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!
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Simply put - we power the future.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.