Systems Architect jobs in Birmingham, AL

What You'll Do

Is technology your passion? Do you desire 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 who will help craft your future and career? Interested in a company that has excellent benefits, strong employee programs, and an incredible PTO policy right from the beginning? Then look no further than Cisco!

As a Systems Architect at Cisco, you will partner with our Account Managers in a pre-sale technical role. Showcasing Cisco product solutions; setting up demonstrations and explaining features and benefits to customers. 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 proficiency, and the ability to learn quickly and keep abreast of the latest technology.

You will have 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 assigned territory. Perform technical presentations for customers, partners, and prospects. Assist with the development of formal sales plans and proposals for assigned opportunities.

Who You'll Work With

We are the Federal – Joint Forces Region. A team of Systems Architects who team with Account Managers, Partners, and Customers to ensure the best possible solution. We develop next-generation IT solutions for the future of our country. This role will primarily support the Missile Defense Agency in Huntsville, AL, Colorado Springs, CO and other potential remote locations. We have been in roles from 1 year 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)!

Who You Are

The ideal candidate's interpersonal, presentation, and troubleshooting skills evoke passion and confidence. You are passionate about the customer experience and excited about new technology. You are a true team player and love to learn. You have:

• 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.
• Ability to work optimally, contribute as a member of, and assume a leadership role for, the team.

Minimum Requirements for this role:

• 8 years of related systems engineering/sales/pre-sales experience.
• Cisco product experience or relevant experience in key competitor offerings in technology area of emphasis required.
• Knowledge and strong operating experience in at least one of the following areas of specialization: Software Defined Access, Software Define Wide Area Networks, Data Center, Security, Enterprise Networking, or Unified Communications.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and consultative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, and presentation skills.
• US Citizenship is required with eligibility for a Secret Clearance.

Why Cisco

#WeAreCisco, where each person is outstanding, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference powering an inclusive future for all.

We embrace digital and help our customers implement change in their digital businesses. No other company can do what we do – you can’t put us in a box!

Day to day, we focus on the give and take. We give our best, give our egos a break, and give of ourselves (because giving back is built into our DNA.) We take accountability, bold steps, and take difference to heart. Because without diversity of thought and a dedication to equality for all, there is no moving forward.