Partner Systems Engineer

Cisco

Partner Systems Engineer enabling Cisco partners to build, sell, and deliver networking, security, and AI solutions. Driving technical adoption, workshops, proofs of concept, and partner-led revenue growth.

Posted 9/9/2026full-timeBerlin • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive technical expertise in Networking and Security, with a strong focus on partner enablement and relationship management. Proficient in driving technology adoption and aligning partner initiatives with Cisco's strategic goals while effectively communicating in both English and German.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Networking ExpertiseSecurity Solutions (Firewalls, ISE)Partner Relationship ManagementCCIE/CCNP CertificationFluent in English and German

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Hard Skills

NetworkingSecurityData Center NetworkingCollaboration DevicesAnalytical SkillsTechnical PresentationAccount PlanningProof of Concept EngagementsFeature AdoptionBusiness Planning

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingIndependent ExecutionProblem SolvingLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Cisco Secure Networking PortfolioWorkplace Experience SolutionsRoomOSFull Stack AI Infrastructure

Certifications & Qualifications

CCIECCNPAWS Certified Advanced NetworkingMicrosoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer ExpertCompTIA Network+

Industry Keywords

Partner EnablementTechnical AmbassadorTechnical LiaisonCross-Sell OpportunitiesUp-Sell OpportunitiesTAC EscalationCompetitive DisplacementPartner EventsTrade ShowsWebinars

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureFirewalls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive Cisco preference through proactive partner enablement and relationship management
Act as a strategic technical ambassador and trusted technical advisor to partners
Accelerate partner practice development and technical self-sufficiency
Serve as the primary technical liaison aligning partner initiatives with Cisco’s technology strategy
Drive technology adoption across the Cisco portfolio and identify cross-sell and up-sell opportunities
Equip partners with skills, tools, and blueprints to build and deliver Cisco offerings
Orchestrate the technical track of Partner Account Plans and align partner labs and demos with Cisco’s roadmap
Support growth in Secure Networking, Full Stack AI infrastructure, and Workplace Experiences
Facilitate solution workshops and lead Proof of Concept engagements
Sync with Cisco Portfolio SEs and communicate partner and customer requirements to influence product development
Guide partners through support and TAC escalation processes and drive feature adoption
Identify and drive new lines of business with sales stakeholders
Represent Cisco at partner events, trade shows, webinars, and technical forums

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of technical experience in the networking industry
Demonstrable expertise in Networking, Security (e.g., Firewalls, ISE), Data Center Networking, or Collaboration Devices
Proven experience engaging with partner roles from technical engineers to C-suite decision-makers
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Strong analytical skills for complex business and technical challenges
Ability to build relationships, formulate structured account plans, and execute independently within the German market
Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time across Germany
Fluent/Native language skills in English and German
Preferred: Detailed knowledge of Cisco Secure Networking portfolio
Preferred: Experience with Workplace Experience and Collaboration solutions, including Collaboration Devices and RoomOS
Preferred: Understanding of Full Stack AI infrastructure and networking requirements
Preferred: Relevant certifications such as CCIE/CCNP, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Expert, or CompTIA Network+
Preferred: Experience contributing to Partner Business Planning and QBR cycles
Preferred: Track record of exceeding targets and driving partner-sourced revenue
Preferred: Experience leading competitive displacement engagements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities to grow and build at Cisco
Collaboration with a worldwide network of experts
Work on meaningful solutions impacting organizations globally