Consulting Systems Engineer

Want to be at the forefront of the Computer Networking industry!Who We AreAt Cisco Meraki, we know that technology can connect us, empower us, and drive us! By simplifying powerful technology, we can free passionate people to focus on their mission. As the fastest growing cloud-managed networking team in the world, our products, and technology architecture are changing the face of enterprise networking and making cloud-managed IT a reality.What You Will DoWe are looking for a "rising star" who is highly motivated, technically savvy and passionate to join Cisco’s Cloud Networking Group (CNG) as our next Consulting Sales Engineer. In this role, your primary responsibility will be to team up with a Product Sales Specialist and perform technical pre-sales activities for new and existing opportunities. You will be based in your home office with frequent travel to regional Cisco offices and customer sites.

Utilize in-depth knowledge of CNG’s networking solutions and our competitors' offerings, clearly demonstrate the benefits to both prospects and partners.

Build product documentation for customers and perform competitive analysis regarding competing products

Perform site surveys and provide onsite deployment assistance on large deployments

Provide technical mentorship to channel partners and assist them in successfully selling the Cisco Meraki solution

We highly use our pre-sales engineers, which means you have the opportunity to make excellent money while contributing to the success of the entire organizationWho You AreTechnical subject matter authority, thoroughly understanding products, features, functions, and benefits while being able to communicate to all level customers. Understand customer requirements for wireless networks and explain how Cisco Meraki will integrate with current infrastructure, as well as service future needsDesired Skills & ExperienceExperienced knowledge of 802.11a/b/g/n wireless networks, site surveys, requirements gathering, deployment challenges

Strong understanding of wired networks, including firewalls, content filters, routing/switching, VLAN's, etc

Understand wireless security methodologies, including 802.1x w/ RADIUS integration

Consistent track record of 5-10 years in a pre-sales technical role (solutions architect, systems engineer, sales engineer, etc)

Knowledge of sales cycle, strong verbal and written communication skills, and validated negotiation techniques

Excellent relationship building skills, tenacity, resilience, presentation skills and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and set priorities.

CCIE, CWNP, CWDP, CCNA preferred

Ability to travel up to 50%

BS or MS degree in computer science, computer engineering or related subject area

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Position does not provide sponsorshipAt Cisco Meraki, we don't just accept differences - it's one of our key values. Everybody In means we listen to each other's opinions. Everybody is accepted and valued here, and we are a team that works as one towards our goals. We recognize that diverse teams make the strongest teams, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.