FAQs
What is the primary role of a Cybersecurity Solutions Engineer at Cisco?
The primary role is to provide pre-sales support across Spain, delivering world-class technology and services to protect customers from the network to the endpoint to the Cloud.
What qualifications are required for this position?
The minimum qualifications include 10+ years of technical pre-sales experience, security specialization experience in areas like cloud-based security and endpoint protection, and proficiency in both Spanish and English.
What are the key responsibilities of this role?
Key responsibilities include serving as a subject matter expert in Cisco Security Solutions, providing technical consulting and sales support, understanding customer business requirements, presenting technical solutions, and supporting RFPs/RFIs with technical guidance.
Is prior experience with Cisco security technologies required?
While it is not strictly required, prior experience with Cisco security technologies is preferred and considered advantageous.
What types of security specializations are relevant for this role?
Relevant specializations include cloud-based security, IDS/IPS, firewall, endpoint protection, and application security.
Will I need to create and present content for external conferences?
Yes, part of the role involves creating content and presenting at external conferences as well as events like Cisco Live.
Are there opportunities for ongoing learning and development in this role?
Yes, Cisco encourages and supports ongoing learning and development for all employees at every stage of their careers.
How important are communication and presentation skills for this position?
Strong presentation and interpersonal skills are very important as the role requires communicating technical concepts clearly to customers, partners, and prospects.
Is this position more focused on technical skills or sales skills?
This position requires a balanced combination of both technical expertise in security solutions and strong sales skills to effectively drive opportunities and relationships.
What does the support for RFPs/RFIs involve?
Supporting RFPs/RFIs involves providing technical guidance and product expertise to aid in the bid process for major account opportunities.