Mid-Market Pre-Sales Solutions Engineer

## Job Overview **Job Title:** Mid-Market Pre-Sales Solutions Engineer **Location:** Remote, U.S. (not CA, WA, NY or Northeast) **Travel:** Approximately 10% or less **Application Window:** Expected to close on 07/03/2026 (may be removed earlier if filled) ## Responsibilities * Serve as the primary technical bridge, collaborating closely with account teams to ensure long-term customer success and market penetration. * Operate at the intersection of innovation and strategy, translating complex business needs into robust technical requirements across Cisco’s Security portfolio. * Engage directly with IT decision-makers to displace competitors and expand market footprint. * Act as a trusted advisor while shaping strategic planning and technical direction for valued accounts. * Deliver technical expertise and solutions to customers in the Small and Medium-Sized Business (SMB) and Mid-Market segments in the Central and Western United States. * Collaborate with sales, product, and marketing teams to drive technical strategy and address cybersecurity challenges specific to the Commercial market. * Collaborate with sales teams to develop and execute technical sales strategies tailored to SMB and Mid-Market customers. * Translate complex cybersecurity technologies into clear, approachable concepts for diverse audiences. * Contribute to a winning sales team and customer success. ## Requirements * Experience in Cybersecurity Presales, Customer Success, Engineering, or Solution Architecture. * Proven knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, technologies, and industry trends. * 1-3 years in a technical role such as solutions engineer, consultant, or customer success engineer. * Solid understanding of Cybersecurity solutions, Networking basics, Industry terminology, markets, and customer needs. * Strong technical skills in cybersecurity Presales, engineering, or solution architecture. * Enthusiasm for technology and eagerness to engage with customers and partners to deliver impactful solutions. * Strong desire to contribute to a winning sales team and customer success. ## Nice to Have * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience. * Proficient communication skills both verbally and written, to effectively engage with diverse customers and teams. * Ability to communicate complex technical topics effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCNA, CCNA Security, CCNP Security or equivalent. ## Benefits * **Salary:** Starting salary range of $153,000.00 to $198,900.00 (excluding incentive compensation, equity, or benefits). * **Equity:** Eligibility for grants of Cisco restricted stock units. * **Insurance:** Medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic life insurance; short and long-term disability coverage. * **Retirement:** 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution. * **Leave:** * 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees. * 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness. * Non-exempt employees: 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year. * Exempt employees: Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit. * 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, with up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward. * Paid parental leave. * Additional paid time away may be requested.