SALES SYSTEMS ENGINEER - KNOXVILLE, CHATTANOOGA OR NASHVILLE, TN

CONTACT ME DIRECTLY: BRSTULTZ@CISCO.COM

Cisco seeks a Systems Engineer to partner with our Account Executives in a Pre-sales, technical role, showcasing Cisco product solutions, setting up demonstrations and explaining features and benefits to customers. System Engineers at Cisco will be designing and configuring products to meet specific customer needs. In addition to technological aptitude, and the ability to learn quickly and stay current, the ideal candidate's interpersonal, presentation and troubleshooting skills should evoke passion and confidence.

This System Engineer position will be responsible for the following:
- Keep up to date on relevant competitive solutions, products and services
- Give technical presentations for customers, partners and prospects
- Assist with the development of formal sales plans and proposals
- Actively participate as a specialist on assigned Virtual Teams and provide consultative support in their area of specialization to other Systems Engineers


System Engineers will be able to demonstrate the following:
- In-depth knowledge and strong operating experience in at least one of the following areas of specialization: VPNs, Security, QoS, Remote/Local Access, IBM, Multi-Service (Voice and Video), Campus/MAN, WAN, Optical Networking, Transmission Systems or Wireless.
- Knowledge of relevant solutions sets, product line specifications, performance criteria and applications
- Competitive knowledge (in their area of specialization) including solution, technology and product offerings
- Understanding and conversant about company, competitors, technologies, solutions, product strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats
- Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, negotiation and presentation skills
- Ability to work effectively, add value as a team member and assume a leadership role for the team

7+ years-related pre-sales experience (virtual selling experience highly desirable)
Cisco product experience or relevant experience in key competitor offerings in technology area of emphasis BS/BA (EE/CS) or equivalent
CCIE certification highly desirable.

CONTACT ME DIRECTLY: BRSTULTZ@CISCO.COM