Sales Development Representative I (Full Time) United States -Security

Cisco•Boxborough, NC

1d•$87,600 - $139,200•Remote

About The Position

This posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. The exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. At Cisco Security, we are redefining the future of cybersecurity by delivering powerful protection for users, workloads, devices, and networks—wherever they are. Our team is our greatest asset, bringing together diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives to tackle one of the most pressing challenges of our time: transforming the security industry. From creatives to analysts, from low-key to high-energy, we work together to build solutions that are simple, effective, trustworthy, and enduring. This is why Cisco is not just the most trusted name in cybersecurity—we’re also the most loved. As a Sales Development Representative (SDR) for Security, you will rally alongside a team of highly motivated SDRs to build a qualified pipeline of potential partners. This includes prospecting partners by phone, email, LinkedIn or whatever it takes to get them passionate about and engaged with Cisco Security! You will not only be responsible for prospecting but will also be expected to be a subject matter expert of all things Cisco Security (since you will be the face of the company). You'll also develop trusted relationships internally and externally, becoming a true subject matter expert and storyteller, capable of positioning new, incubated products to solve today's most pressing cybersecurity challenges. This is your opportunity to make a real impact, accelerate your career in cybersecurity, and help customers protect what matters most in an ever-evolving digital world. But don’t worry—you won’t be doing it alone. This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible impact, accelerate your career in the thriving cybersecurity industry, and help customers protect what matters most in an ever-evolving digital world. But don't worry-you'll have everything you need to succeed. At Cisco, we set you up for success with: Comprehensive Sales Boot Camp and ongoing product training. Opportunities to shadow and learn from security experts. A supportive network of mentors and teammates who will cheer you on every step of the way-all the way up to our CEO! Are you ready to grow fast, learn even faster, and help shape the future of cybersecurity? Let's go.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree with 0 years of work experience; or
An educational or workforce development program (e.g., Associate’s, Apprenticeship, Boot camp, or Certification) with 1 year of work experience; or
High school diploma (or equivalent) with 2 years of work experience
Qualifying education and work experience should be in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
Outbound sales and/ or lead-generation experience in a high-tech or SaaS company

Nice To Haves

Experience prospecting in the cybersecurity space
Demonstrated success with cold-calling and outbound prospecting for new customers
Familiarity with CRM tools like Salesforce (SFDC), HubSpot, or similar platforms
You have a proven track record of meeting or exceeding ambitious (but achievable) targets
You are an ambitious, self-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, competitive environment.
You embrace challenges with a hunter mentality, constantly seeking the next opportunity to drive impact
You are entrepreneurial, resilient, and excited by the unique opportunity to position innovative, incubated products in a rapidly evolving market

Responsibilities

Prospecting partners by phone, email, LinkedIn or whatever it takes to get them passionate about and engaged with Cisco Security!
Be a subject matter expert of all things Cisco Security
Develop trusted relationships internally and externally
Become a true subject matter expert and storyteller
Position new, incubated products to solve today's most pressing cybersecurity challenges

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees (non-exempt)
flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) (exempt)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary
Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.