Systems Architect - Federal SOF-EMEA Region

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  • Location:
    Offsite, RTP, North Carolina, US
  • Area of Interest
    Engineer - Pre Sales and Product Management
  • Compensation Range
    203800 USD - 269900 USD
  • Job Type
    Professional
  • Technology Interest
    Cloud and Data Center, Collaboration, Networking
  • Job Id
    1439468
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The application window is expected to close on 25/April/2025. Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

**Candidate must currently possess a Top-Secret Security Clearance and eligible for additional Access**

MEET THE TEAM
We are the Federal-Special Operations Forces-EMEA Region. A team of Systems Architects who partner with Account Managers, Partners and Customers to ensure the best possible solution. We develop next-generation IT solutions for the future of our country. We support ESWA and Special Operations Forces. We have been in roles from 1 years to 20+ years and support and empower each other. 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)! 

YOUR IMPACT
Is technology your passion? Do you want to work for a company where you can see your ideas come to life? Do you want to consistently work with industry leaders and knowledge experts that will help shape your future and career? A company that has excellent benefits, strong employee programs, and an incredible VTO policy right from the start? Then look no further than Cisco!  As a Systems Architect at Cisco, you will;
  • Partner with our Account Managers in a pre-sales technical role, showcasing Cisco product solutions-setting up demonstrations and explaining features and benefits to customers-and designing and configuring products to meet specific customer needs.
  • Gain access to the broad palette of Cisco technologies and applications in a variety of vertical markets.
  • In addition to technological competence, the ability to learn quickly and stay current, the ideal candidate's interpersonal, presentation and troubleshooting skills evoke passion and confidence.
  • Direct account and partner responsibilities for selected accounts in assigned territory.
  • Keep up-to-date on relevant competitive solutions, products and services. Provide technical and sales support for accounts in the assigned territory.
  • Perform technical presentations for customers, partners and prospects.
  • Assist with the development of formal sales plans and proposals for assigned opportunities. 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • BS/BA (EE/CS) or equivalent Pre-Sales experience with proven technical knowledge and consultative skills.
  • 4+ years-related Cisco product experience or relevant experience in key competitor offerings in technology area of emphasis required.
  • Knowledge of baseline SE skills and in-depth knowledge in at least one area of specialization in either Data Center, Collaboration, Security or Route/Switch/Wireless.
  • Knowledge and strong operating experience in at least one of the following areas of specialization (Data Center, Security, Route/Switch or Wireless).
  • Competitive knowledge of relevant solutions sets, product line specifications, performance criteria and applications. 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Understanding and conversant about company, competitors, technologies, solutions, product strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
  • Ability to work effectively, contribute as a team member and assume a leadership role for the team.
  • Passionate about the customer experience and excited about new technology.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, and presentation skills
WE ARE CISCO
#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 have access 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 of vacation time off each year, at a rate of 4.92 hours per pay period. Exempt new hires participate in Cisco’s flexible Vacation Time Off policy, 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 of unused sick time will be carried forward from one calendar year to the next such that the maximum number of sick time hours an employee may have available is 160 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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