Solutions Architect - Presales Cisco

**It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!** Job Description:  Ingram Micro is a leading technology company for the global information technology ecosystem. With the ability to reach nearly 90% of the global population, we play a vital role in the worldwide IT sales channel, bringing products and services from technology manufacturers and cloud providers to business-to-business technology experts. Our market reach, diverse solutions and services portfolio, and digital platform Ingram Micro Xvantage™ set us apart Position Summary: We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused **Cisco Presales Engineer** to support our partners and sales teams in designing, positioning, and delivering Cisco-based solutions. The role involves deep technical expertise, solution architecture, and close collaboration with sales, partners, and Cisco teams to drive business growth **Key Responsibilities**  * Work closely with sales teams to understand customer requirements and propose appropriate **Cisco solutions**   * Provide presales technical support including solution design, BoM creation, and proposal documentation   * Deliver technical presentations, demos, and Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to partners and customers   * Support partner enablement through training sessions and workshops on Cisco technologies   * Engage with Cisco account teams for deal registrations, pricing, and solution validation   * Assist in RFP/RFI responses and ensure timely submission with accurate technical details   * Stay updated on Cisco product portfolio, including networking, security, collaboration, and data center solutions   * Work with internal teams for order configuration, licensing, and solution compliance   * Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts   **Key Skills & Competencies**  * Strong knowledge of Cisco technologies (Routing & Switching, Security, Wireless, Collaboration, Data Center)   * Understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure and networking concepts   * Excellent communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills   * Ability to design scalable and cost-effective solutions   * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities   * Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment   **Preferred Certifications**  * Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)   * Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)   * Cisco Specialist certifications (Security / Collaboration / Data Center – added advantage)   **Experience**  * 3–8 years of experience in presales / network engineering / solution architecture   * Experience working with system integrators, distributors, or OEMs preferred   * Prior experience with Cisco product portfolio is mandatory   **Education**  * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electronics / Telecommunications / IT / Computer Science) or equivalent   **Key Stakeholders**  * Internal Sales & Product Teams   * Cisco Account Managers & Technical Teams   * Channel Partners / System Integrators   * End Customers