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# Solutions Engineer, Sled (Ma/Ct)

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Hartford, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $218,600 - $286,100
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Netconf, Cloud Services, Ansible, Nx-os, SDN Network, Firepower, Terraform, Cisco
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/solutions-engineer-sled-ma-ct-hartford-ct--1809bd15-0098-4dbb-af7d-05ffef992e4c

## About the Role

Cisco Network Systems, Government, Technical Support, Technical Strategy, Higher Education, Local Government, Leading Edge Technology, Strategic Planning, Product Demonstration, Sales Management, * 5+ years in a customer facing, field-sales engineering role or network engineering role

 * Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
 * Experience with Cisco technologies, including networking, security, collaboration, or cloud solutions
 * Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales quotas, * CCNP/CCDP or similar vendor certification
 * Understanding of emerging technologies including, Software-Defined Networking (SDN), AI/ML, DevOps, and cloud solutions (AWS/Azure/GCP)
 * Proficiency with Python, RESTCONF, NETCONF, YANG Suite, Ansible, Terraform
 * Hands-on experience with core Cisco technologies including, IOS-XE, Firepower, Meraki, NX-OS, ACI, and NDFC
 * Strong technical presentation skills with demonstrated experience articulating a complex technical solution to both technical and non-technical audiences, including C-level executives

## Description

As part of the U.S. Public sector team at Cisco, you'll have the opportunity to serve customers who protect, serve, and educate their citizens.

You'll be joining a group of highly technical individuals with a passion for helping customers solve complex technical challenges by leveraging our best-in-class Cisco portfolio.

You will have a chance to create a real impact across your customer base while being part of a team that fosters continuous learning and growth.

Your Impact

As a Solutions Engineer, you will be at the forefront of our technical strategy, working closely with our SLED customers to understand their unique business and technical needs.

You will be covering a variety of different verticals including K12, Higher Education, and local governments and leveraging your expertise to design and implement cutting-edge solutions that enable our customers to serve their constituents.

 * Dive into our customers' business to gain a comprehensive understanding of their challenges and opportunities and develop technical strategies where Cisco can be positioned to help our customers.
 * Work alongside our partners, architecture teams, and CX organization to ensure the successful adoption and optimization of our solutions.
 * Establish a partnership with your Account Manager to drive a robust pipeline by focusing on discovery, demos, and deliverables that showcase the value of our portfolio.
 * Build and maintain strong relationships with our customers by conducting regular in-person meetings and non-transactional touchpoints to foster trust and collaboration.
 * Stay ahead of the curve with an always learning mindset to stay up to date on industry trends and competitive strategy