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Analyze internal processes, data, and problems to identify improvements and develop solutions. | Requires 1-3 years of relevant experience, skills in data analysis, and experience in gathering and documenting business requirements. | Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This 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. Who You'll Work With Let'schange the world together. At Cisco, you will find a diverse group of people tackling business challenges. We work with cross-functional teams tofacilitatenew business models and process improvements.You'lllearn from industry professionals, and we will value your ideas and perspective. WhatYou'llDo As a Business Analyst for Cisco, you will develop creative solutions forreal businesschallenges. You will collaborate on cross-functional projects toidentifyareas for improvement. You will analyze internal processes, data, and problems, andidentifybenefits from enabling new capabilities within the business.Ultimately, youwill improve how Ciscooperatesand how we work together. Who You Are • You have excellent analytical, problem-solvingand decision-making skills. You possessa high levelof customer focus and service excellence as you seek practical solutions. • You have strong collaboration skills with internal and external customers and cross-functional teams. • You have superb communication skills, a "can do"attitudeand are able to collaborate with others in a global environment. • Youpossesseffective time-management skills and the ability to prioritize work assignments. • You are process-oriented with a drive to simplify and improve processes. Minimum Qualifications • Open to 1-3 years of relevant experience or recent graduate or those in the final year of amaster'sinBusiness, Supply Chain, Communications, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or a related program, or holders of equivalent academic certifications. • Skilled in gathering, processing, and conducting statistical analysis on extensive datasets, transforming data into actionable insights. • Experience in extracting, scrutinizing, and documenting business requirements, ensuring clarity and alignment with businessobjectives. • Able to legally live and work in the country for whichyou'reapplying, without visa support or sponsorship. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's 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) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours ofunused sick timecarried forwardfrom one calendar yearto 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $95,000.00 - $138,400.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $84,100.00 - $123,000.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Develop creative solutions for business challenges, analyze processes and data, and improve operations. | Recent graduate or 1-3 years of experience, skilled in data analysis, business requirements gathering, and effective communication. | Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This 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. Who You'll Work With Let's change the world together. At Cisco, you will find a diverse group of people tackling business challenges. We work with cross-functional teams to facilitate new business models and process improvements. You'll learn from industry professionals, and we will value your ideas and perspective. What You’ll Do As a Business Analyst for Cisco, you will develop creative solutions for real business challenges. You will collaborate on cross-functional projects to identify areas for improvement. You will analyze internal processes, data, and problems, and identify benefits from enabling new capabilities within the business. Ultimately, you will improve how Cisco operates and how we work together. Who You Are • You have excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills. You possess a high level of customer focus and service excellence as you seek practical solutions. • You have strong collaboration skills with internal and external customers and cross-functional teams. • You have superb communication skills, a “can do” attitude and are able to collaborate with others in a global environment. • You possess effective time-management skills and the ability to prioritize work assignments. • You are process-oriented with a drive to simplify and improve processes. Minimum Qualifications • Open to 1-3 years of relevant experience or recent graduate or those in the final year of a master’s in Business, Supply Chain, Communications, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or a related program, or holders of equivalent academic certifications. • Skilled in gathering, processing, and conducting statistical analysis on extensive datasets, transforming data into actionable insights. • Experience in extracting, scrutinizing, and documenting business requirements, ensuring clarity and alignment with business objectives. • Able to legally live and work in the country for which you’re applying, without visa support or sponsorship. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $95,000.00 - $138,400.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $84,100.00 - $123,000.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Support sales data analysis, reporting, and operational activities to enable sales team success. | Bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of experience in a business analyst or similar role, familiarity with sales reporting tools, and strong analytical skills. | **Application Deadline: January 10. If we do have a large enough candidate pool prior to the application deadline, we may take it down earlier.** • *This role can be performed anywhere. (East or Central Time Zone) ideally.** • *Meet the Team** Operations is a key part of our Americas Sales organization and is central to our ongoing transformation and growth. As an Operations Analyst, you will support the Americas Architecture team and help enable Cisco’s Architectures to evolve and succeed. In this critical role, you’ll gain valuable insights into what drives our Architectures and the future direction of Cisco. • *What You Will Do** As a member of our Americas Sales Operations team, you will: + Provide New Year Readiness support for Americas Software and Services, assisting in preparations and process updates for the upcoming fiscal year. + Support goaling, bookings, and pipeline reporting to ensure sales targets and progress are tracked accurately. + Conduct sales data analysis and assist in the development of monthly business requirements documentation. + Create and maintain dashboards and reporting tools (using platforms such as Centro, Salesforce, FinBI, and HANA) to deliver actionable business insights to sales and leadership teams. + Collaborate with SW/Svcs leaders and cross-functional teams to develop, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and sales metrics. + Support sales leaders with “run-the-business,” “report-the-business,” and “change-the-business” activities by providing data, reports, and operational assistance. + Assist with compensation support activities, helping to ensure accurate and timely processing. + Help gather business requirements, create mockups, and contribute to quarterly and monthly business reviews. + Participate in sales enablement activities and operational efficiency projects, working closely with various stakeholders. • *Minimum Qualifications** + BA/BS degree + 1-3 years of experience in a business analyst or related role + Familiarity with Cisco Americas Sales hierarchy, forecasting, and reporting tools • *Preferred Qualifications** + Experience working in cross-functional teams or on project-based initiatives + Strong analytical and interpersonal communication skills + Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights + Experience supporting or collaborating with field sales, architecture sales, engineering, or sales operations + “Team first” mentality and commitment to shared goals At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. For 40 years, we’ve been innovating to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. Our solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across their digital footprint. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to achieve impactful results on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. • *We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.** • *Why Cisco?** At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. • *Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:** The starting salary range posted for this position is $92,000.00 to $123,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: + 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 + Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees + Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) + 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: + .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; + 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; + 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and + Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $114,400.00 - $171,300.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $100,200.00 - $153,200.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. • *Application Deadline: January 10. If we do have a large enough candidate pool prior to the application deadline, we may take it down earlier.** • *This role can be performed anywhere. (East or Central Time Zone) ideally.** • *Meet the Team** Operations is a key part of our Americas Sales organization and is central to our ongoing transformation and growth. As an Operations Analyst, you will support the Americas Architecture team and help enable Cisco’s Architectures to evolve and succeed. In this critical role, you’ll gain valuable insights into what drives our Architectures and the future direction of Cisco. • *What You Will Do** As a member of our Americas Sales Operations team, you will: + Provide New Year Readiness support for Americas Software and Services, assisting in preparations and process updates for the upcoming fiscal year. + Support goaling, bookings, and pipeline reporting to ensure sales targets and progress are tracked accurately. + Conduct sales data analysis and assist in the development of monthly business requirements documentation. + Create and maintain dashboards and reporting tools (using platforms such as Centro, Salesforce, FinBI, and HANA) to deliver actionable business insights to sales and leadership teams. + Collaborate with SW/Svcs leaders and cross-functional teams to develop, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and sales metrics. + Support sales leaders with “run-the-business,” “report-the-business,” and “change-the-business” activities by providing data, reports, and operational assistance. + Assist with compensation support activities, helping to ensure accurate and timely processing. + Help gather business requirements, create mockups, and contribute to quarterly and monthly business reviews. + Participate in sales enablement activities and operational efficiency projects, working closely with various stakeholders. • *Minimum Qualifications** + BA/BS degree + 1-3 years of experience in a business analyst or related role + Familiarity with Cisco Americas Sales hierarchy, forecasting, and reporting tools • *Preferred Qualifications** + Experience working in cross-functional teams or on project-based initiatives + Strong analytical and interpersonal communication skills + Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights + Experience supporting or collaborating with field sales, architecture sales, engineering, or sales operations + “Team first” mentality and commitment to shared goals At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. For 40 years, we’ve been innovating to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. Our solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across their digital footprint. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to achieve impactful results on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. • *We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.** • *Why Cisco?** At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. • *Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:** The starting salary range posted for this position is $92,000.00 to $123,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: + 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 + Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees + Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) + 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: + .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; + 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; + 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and + Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $114,400.00 - $171,300.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $100,200.00 - $153,200.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Lead projects to identify and evaluate new technologies and business models to enhance Cisco’s technology leadership and customer relevance. | Requires a Master's in Business Administration, experience in top-tier consulting or investment banking, and knowledge in technology strategy, especially in hyperscalers, AI, licensing, and monetization. | The application window is expected to close on: 11/28/25. Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. This role is hybrid, to work onsite in San Jose, CA. Meet the Team The Strategy and Planning team at Cisco operates under the leadership of the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). This team is responsible for guiding Cisco’s overall strategic direction, including corporate strategy, development, and incubation efforts. Their focus spans acquisitions, investments, strategic partnerships, and emerging technology incubation to create new markets and drive growth. The team also partners closely with the Executive Leadership Team to accelerate innovation, alignment, and business planning across the company. With a strong emphasis on cross-functional initiatives and operational cadence, the Strategy and Planning team plays a critical role in shaping Cisco’s future and ensuring sustained competitive advantage. Your Impact As a Strategy and Planning Manager at Cisco, you will lead projects that identify and evaluate new technologies and business models to enhance Cisco’s technology leadership and customer relevance. You will: • Drive decision-making, execution, and investments to turn strategic opportunities into business outcomes. • Deliver on projects that identify and explore new technologies and business models to extend Cisco’s technology leadership and customer relevance, then lead the decision-making, execution and investments to make those opportunities a reality. • Work closely with Cisco business units and cross-functional leadership to formulate long-term strategic priorities and plans related to e.g., organic and inorganic growth strategy, emerging industry trends, competitive dynamics, and internal business performance improvement. • Work cross-functionally across external and internal collaborators, partnering closely with Cisco’s product, engineering, finance, sales, marketing and other teams. • Become an expert in Cisco’s business and have a deep understanding on the markets we serve and competitors we face. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree and a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) with a minimum of 2 years of post MBA work experience. • Experience working in a top-tier consulting firm, top 5 investment bank or within top venture capital firms. • Experience with corporate strategy, planning, M&A, investments, etc. • 2+ years of experience in all facets of strategy development, including project management, business analysis, problem solving, verbal and written communication, consensus building, and people development. Preferred Qualifications • Prior experience working with one of the top three consulting firms. • Specialized knowledge in technology strategy, particularly in Hyperscalers, AI, licensing, and monetization, with a demonstrated ability to quickly learn new areas. • You have experience supporting projects technologies companies or you have a background in engineering or computer science. • You have product management experience at a technology firm. You demonstrate the ability to become a future leader and be successful in an unstructured, team environment. • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior executives across multiple geographies. • You possess strong analytical and financial abilities to work on sophisticated business issues with minimum supervision. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $174,000.00 to $232,100.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $174,000.00 - $273,900.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $161,100.00 - $235,300.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Support Cisco's corporate strategy development by analyzing emerging trends, evaluating new technologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. | Currently enrolled in an MBA or related graduate program with strong analytical, communication, and project management skills. | Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This 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. Applications are accepted until further notice. This role may be eligible for remote work in the United States depending on business needs and hiring manager approval. Meet the Team Join a dynamic group of MBAs, PhDs, and technologists with diverse backgrounds-including former consultants, product managers, and investment bankers-united by a passion for technology and innovation. The Corporate Strategy Office shapes Cisco's business vision and strategy, partnering closely with executive leadership and senior leaders across the company. As a member of our team, you will tackle highly complex challenges through fact-based analysis and gain exposure to the strategic issues top-of-mind for Cisco's executive leadership. We collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to define and execute Cisco's overarching strategy. Our team works closely with General Managers and their leadership teams to develop and implement product strategies, and we partner with key functions (Sales, Customer Experience, Operations, Finance, and more) to build practical recommendations and capture insights that inform Cisco's future direction. Your Impact As a Corporate Strategy Intern, you will: • Drive projects that identify and evaluate new technologies and business models to extend Cisco's technology leadership and customer relevance, supporting decision-making, execution, and investment processes. • Work closely with Cisco business units and cross-functional leaders to formulate long-term strategic priorities and plans related to emerging industry trends, expansion opportunities, competitive dynamics, and business performance improvement. • Influence both organic and inorganic growth strategies, including opportunities for Cisco to build, buy, partner, invest, or co-develop. • Partner cross-functionally with Cisco's product, engineering, finance, sales, marketing, and other teams, as well as with external collaborators. • Become a subject matter expert in Cisco's business, gaining a solid understanding of the markets we serve and the competitors we face. Joining our Corporate Strategy team offers the opportunity to solve complex problems, gain insight into the key strategic issues facing Cisco's leadership, and build relationships across the entire organization. Minimum Qualifications • Currently enrolled in an MBA program or a related graduate-level business program. • Proficiency in all areas of strategy development, including project management, business analysis, problem solving, executive communication, consensus building, and people development.Solid financial acumen, project management, and execution capabilities.Solid financial acumen, project management, and execution capabilities. • Adaptable, collaborative, and possesses the integrity necessary to foster trust and respect within the organization. Preferred Qualifications • Strategic problem-solver with exceptional analytical skills. • Skilled at dissecting complex and ambiguous issues and synthesizing actionable strategies. • Strong communication and presentation abilities to influence outcomes and drive projects. • Solid financial acumen, project management, and execution capabilities. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's 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) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours ofunused sick timecarried forwardfrom one calendar yearto 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $44,000.00 - $185,000.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $44,000.00 - $185,000.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Support sales data analysis, reporting, and operational activities to optimize business processes and meet sales targets. | Bachelor's degree, 1-3 years in a business analyst role, familiarity with sales reporting tools, strong analytical and communication skills. | Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cisco is a leader in technology innovation, focused on connecting and protecting organizations in the AI era. The Business Operations Analyst will support the Americas Architecture team by providing data analysis, reporting, and operational assistance to ensure sales targets are met and business processes are optimized. Responsibilities • Provide New Year Readiness support for Americas Software and Services, assisting in preparations and process updates for the upcoming fiscal year • Support goaling, bookings, and pipeline reporting to ensure sales targets and progress are tracked accurately • Conduct sales data analysis and assist in the development of monthly business requirements documentation • Create and maintain dashboards and reporting tools (using platforms such as Centro, Salesforce, FinBI, and HANA) to deliver actionable business insights to sales and leadership teams • Collaborate with SW/Svcs leaders and cross-functional teams to develop, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and sales metrics • Support sales leaders with 'run-the-business,' 'report-the-business,' and 'change-the-business' activities by providing data, reports, and operational assistance • Assist with compensation support activities, helping to ensure accurate and timely processing • Help gather business requirements, create mockups, and contribute to quarterly and monthly business reviews • Participate in sales enablement activities and operational efficiency projects, working closely with various stakeholders Skills • BA/BS degree • 1-3 years of experience in a business analyst or related role • Familiarity with Cisco Americas Sales hierarchy, forecasting, and reporting tools • Experience working in cross-functional teams or on project-based initiatives • Strong analytical and interpersonal communication skills • Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights • Experience supporting or collaborating with field sales, architecture sales, engineering, or sales operations • “Team first” mentality and commitment to shared goals 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 • 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday • Paid year-end holiday shutdown • 4 paid days off for personal wellness • 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year • Flexible vacation time off program • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter • Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward • 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 • Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies • Performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary Company Overview • Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press. It was founded in 1984, and is headquartered in San Jose, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.cisco.com. Company H1B Sponsorship • Cisco has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1045 in 2025, 1231 in 2024, 1273 in 2023, 2127 in 2022, 1991 in 2021, 1173 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

Drive revenue growth by selling enterprise software solutions to federal agencies, including VA and military health organizations, through complex deal orchestration and relationship management. | 8+ years of enterprise software sales experience, 2+ years selling to VA or similar federal agencies, proven sales performance, and residing in the Washington DC metro area. | This role can be performed remotely from any location in Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia or West Virginia. Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back. Your impact: Account Executives are individual contributors who play a vital role in driving a significant share of revenue for Splunk and Cisco. We are seeking a hardworking, driven, sales professional to drive revenue growth calling on Federal Civilian accounts. We provide our reps with an environment in which they can make valuable contributions from day one while also building opportunities for learning and growth. The work you'll do will directly impact the experience of our customers. You will consistently deliver license, support, and service revenue targets - dedication to the number and to deadlines. In addition, you will: • Land, adopt, expand, and deepen sales opportunities • Explore the full spectrum of relationships and business possibilities across the client's entire org chart • Become known as a thought-leader in machine learning and predictive analytics • Expand relationships and orchestrate complex deals across more diverse business stake-holders • Holistically embrace, access, and apply the channel to identify and open new, unchartered opportunities • Provide timely and informative input back to other corporate functions Minimum qualifications: • 8+ years of direct sales experience selling enterprise software to large enterprises or Public Sector (required) in fast-growing, changing, and driven environments. • 2+ years of selling to Veterans Admin (VA) or similar Federal or Military Health Agency • proven track record of sales performance and knowledge of Public Sector • Must live in the Washington DC Metro area and able to commute to client location as needed Preferred qualifications: • 6+ years of selling to Fed Civ Agencies (SaaS/Cloud sales • Previous experience applying partners, channels, and alliances to sell more efficiently and overachieve your quota • 4+ years of sells experience with the VA agency • Subscription, SaaS, or Cloud software experience is highly preferred • Consistent track record of new business development and over achieving sales targets with prospects and customers in the defined territory • Strong executive presence and polish, and excellent listening skills • Experience with target account selling, solution selling, and/or consultative sales techniques; knowledge of Force Management, MEDDPICC, and Challenger methodologies is a plus Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $303,800.00 to $403,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $318,500.00 - $480,300.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $303,800.00 - $458,700.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Expand and grow territories for Splunk Public Sector by managing the full sales cycle, building client relationships, and exceeding revenue goals. | Minimum 2+ years in selling enterprise IT solutions, experience with SLED/Federal accounts preferred, proven track record in consultative sales, and strong technical and negotiation skills. | Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back. This role can be performed from any location within the United States. Your Impact The Account Executive will be responsible for expanding and growing territories for Splunk Public Sector in Commercial SLED accounts. You will use your sales, negotiation and leadership skills to prospect, and conduct lead generation techniques and sell Splunk's award winning software into the Tribal Communities. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of success selling software or services and in building beneficial, lasting relationships with customers. • Inbound lead follow-up and status update through the company CRM system • Outbound prospecting/Lead generation • Qualify inbound and outbound leads • Schedule product demos for qualified customers • Manage accounts by building and fostering client relationships through personalized contact, understanding of client’s needs, and ability to communicate solution values of products and services • Accurately forecast opportunities based upon realistic assessments • Meet/exceed assigned revenue goals • Partner with a field representative • Support attendance to all field marketing events to include, but not limited to Splunk Lives, our National Users Conference and all regional trade shows Minimum Qualifications • 2+ years of experience in selling enterprise IT solutions (BI, data analytics, security software, risk management software or networking performance) Preferred Qualifications • 1+ years of experience selling IT solutions to SLED and/or Federal accounts • Consultative sales experience and challenging companies/businesses to think differently • Successful in finding and uncovering new opportunities with prospects and existing business, cold calling and hunting for business • Own and managed the entire sales process and cycle from start to finish • Proven track record of exceeding goals and quota • Consistent track record of success in consultative sales environments • Consistent track record of developing new business and managing sales cycle, from generating leads through closing • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • A logical and analytical thinker • Demonstrated negotiation skills • Strong technical aptitude • Strong computer skills – CRM system, Word, Excel, Salesforce.com a plus • Exceptional organizational skills with the proven ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks to meet deadlines • Strong attention to detail • Self-starter able to work independently but also a contributing member of a team • Excellent conflict resolution skills • Highly motivated and professional, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Education • Bachelor's Degree Marketing or Science, or equivalent experience • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $127,200.00 to $174,900.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees On Sales Plans Earn Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary, Which Is Split Between Quota And Non-quota Components, Subject To The Applicable Cisco Plan. For Quota-based Incentive Pay, Cisco Typically Pays As Follows • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area $136,000.00 - $204,000.00 Non-Metro New York State & Washington State $136,000.00 - $204,000.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Lead and execute product launch strategies, craft compelling narratives, and manage content initiatives to drive business impact. | Minimum 10+ years in product/solution marketing with expertise in storytelling, content strategy, and project execution; proficiency with marketing automation and analytics tools; experience in large organizations. | The application window is expected to close on 11/28/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Remote United States Your Impact We’re looking for a product marketing professional who can blend creative storytelling with sharp strategic execution to help shape the future of Security Marketing. In today’s digital-first world, product launches aren’t just announcements—they’re the moments that define innovation, capture market attention, and fuel business growth. This role is not only about crafting powerful strategies and narratives but also about driving them forward with rigor and operational excellence. You’ll use data-driven insights to shape compelling stories, while ensuring flawless execution that turns vision into measurable impact. You will work cross-functionally to: -Define the launch payload and determine the optimal timing and forums to bring it to market. -Craft compelling storylines and narratives that reflect a unified, company-wide perspective. -Execute the launch strategy by ensuring all supporting content and assets are built and delivered. -Partner with the events team to align on event strategy and programming that fully supports the launch. Strategic Responsibilities: -Own and elevate event content strategy to spotlight launch themes and narratives that strengthen market perception. -Guiding event press releases to maximize visibility, media impact, and thought leadership. -Leading the event blog strategy to ensure the right mix of voices and perspectives that extend our influence across audiences. -Defining booth messaging that reinforces strategic value propositions and clearly differentiates us in the market. - Driving the demo strategy—including selection, design, and staffing—to showcase innovation and create memorable customer experiences. -Shaping speaking agendas and curating speakers to reinforce our leadership position and resonate with customer and industry priorities. -Creating and scaling "Know Before You Go" (KBYG) enablement to equip staff with the narratives, payloads, and messaging required to drive consistency and confidence. - Leading program management and quality control to ensure every content initiative is executed to the highest standard and delivers measurable business impact. Minimum Qualifications -10+ years of experience in product and/or solution marketing, with a focus on storytelling, content development, and content strategy or editorial leadership—ideally within cybersecurity, enterprise technology, or B2B SaaS. -Proven self-starter with a passion for strategic excellence, audience engagement, and a strong bias for action. -Exceptional project execution skills with meticulous attention to detail and a proactive, risk-mitigation mindset. -Proficiency with marketing automation (including Generative AI), strategic optimization tools (e.g., JIRA), and digital analytics platforms. -Demonstrated success operating within large, matrixed organizations, with the ability to build consensus, influence stakeholders, and drive decision-making at scale. Preferred -MBA, preferably from a top tier university -Foundational understanding of security concepts, including the following domains: network security, secure access, security analytics and response, and identity. -Possesses an understanding of AI technologies and applications with a strong desire to stay updated on the latest advancements and trends. -Strong organizational and strategic thinking skills, with experience in managing marketing budgets and ensuring compliance with legal standards Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $196,000.00 to $247,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $196,000.00 - $284,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $174,000.00 - $252,100.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Providing technical guidance, designing solutions, and supporting sales efforts in industrial automation and control systems. | Extensive experience in industrial automation, sales engineering, and process improvement, with a senior-level background. | Application window expected to close on 11/17/25 Location: SC or Georgia Home office based, Travel required Meet the Team You will provide guidance and assist Security Sellers and Account teams within the territory in a pre-sales technical role, showcasing Cisco security product solutions, setting up demonstrations, explaining features and benefits to customers, and designing and configuring products to address specific customer security needs. You will form relationships with our customer’s key decision-makers, positioning Cisco security solutions aligned accurately to their requirements. You will be a part of an outstanding technical pre-sales team in our Global Security Sales Organization (GSSO), responsible for driving the success of Cisco’s Security Portfolio and focusing on protecting Customer Application Environments no matter where they live (on-prem / any cloud). Our mission is simple: democratize security by making it easy and effective for everyone. We’re transforming security from the ground up by solving the world’s most pressing geopolitical challenge — safe, secure information access. We engineer our business to enable our customers to easily address their ever-evolving security challenges. We believe that impactful work is rewarding work and that our team is at its best when everyone feels empowered to bring their whole self to work. We learn together by hiring for cultural contribution, not cultural fit, and recognize that diversity in background and thought are essential to building high-impact teams. We invest in growth and learning opportunities and encourage our people to never stop learning. We foster collaboration and believe in being recognized (and rewarded!) for hard work. We champion a healthy work-life balance. We’re kinder than necessary. Together we build for the future by designing simple solutions for complex problems. And that’s why we’re the most loved and trusted name in security. Your Impact As an advisor to the customer, you’ll be working with technology experts to craft architectures and configure products to meet customer-specific needs, are prepared to lead all technical aspects of pre-sales activities, and position security solutions effectively against competing offerings. You are an aggressive starter, self-starter with the ability to build executive relationships, develop and execute sales strategies and tactics that improve Cisco’s opportunity with a customer environment, position and promote the partner and customer value proposition for Cisco security architecture, articulate Cisco’s product and business strategies, and create the demand that makes deals happen! You will: - Serve as the subject matter expert in Cisco security solutions - Provide guidance and assist account teams within the territory in building solutions to address specific customer security needs - Understand business requirements for a customer base and be able to translate them into technical requirements - Understand and articulate Cisco’s architecture and services within security technologies - Create, present, and document technical solutions - Perform in-depth and high-level technical presentations for customers partners and prospects - Drive identified major account opportunities (i.e. technical consulting, upper-level management presentations, and Cisco technology solutions) while allowing local account teams to maintain long-term ownership Who You Are You are passionate about the customer experience and excited about new technology. You are a true teammate and love to learn. Being a self-starter, our SEs act as an industry domain authority, and strive to help Cisco make customers for life. Minimum Qualifications - Minimum of 4 years of pre sales tech experience. - Hands on experience with one or more of these Cisco Security Products (or their competitive equivalent): https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/products/security/all-products.html Preferred Qualifications - History of successful quota achievement. - Ability to demo / POV any of these Cisco Security products (the more the better): https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/products/security/all-products.html - Knowledge of public clouds AWS, Azure, GCP, and OCI. - Experience with incident response a plus - Experience with administering security for a company (e.g. purchased and deployed Cisco security products as a customer) is a plus. - Solid presentation and interpersonal skills. - Experience with whiteboard discussions that transform customer requirements into security solutions - Highly motivated self-starter who does not need day-to-day management - Experience with APIs and scripting languages is a nice to have but not required. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $203,000.00 to $255,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $220,300.00 - $319,200.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $210,000.00 - $304,300.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Partner with teams to develop and demonstrate AI/ML solutions, support AI workshops, and influence product development. | 5+ years in technical roles, experience with AI/ML tools, and knowledge of enterprise data challenges. | The application window is expected to close on: 12/17/25. This position is remote and can be completed from anywhere in the contiguous United States. Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back. Meet the Team Splunk is seeking a highly motivated, results oriented individual to join our AI Solution Architect team. This is a phenomenal opportunity to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence solutions across Splunk’s amazing customer base. As part of the Enterprise Solutions Architecture Team, you will partner with field Sales and Solutions Engineers as an expert in generative AI, machine learning, and deep learning solutions. You will work closely with customers as a trusted advisor to perform use case discovery, presentations, demonstrations, and assist with the implementation of AI solutions that address customer’s unique business challenges. Your Impact • Partner with the Americas and Public Sector teams to perform deep use case discovery and development of solutions demonstrating Splunk AI/ML capabilities • Present Splunk’s AI message and roadmap to both technical and leadership teams • Support the delivery of AI workshops, demonstrations, and product evaluations • Maintain deep competencies in Splunk’s platform and AI capabilities (e.g. Splunk Enterprise, Splunk Cloud, Machine Learning Toolkit, Deep Learning Toolkit, etc..) • Work closely with Solutions Engineering, Global Technical Strategists, and Product Management to proactively identify customer challenges and needs, influencing the product roadmap to meet critical customer requirements • Focus on accelerating and enabling AI skills across the entire Solutions Engineering organization, as well as using AI to scale productivity Minimum Qualifications • Experience and knowledge in Data Science, Machine Learning and AI methods, tools and technologies, preferably related to Splunk AI and its key apps e.g. Splunk Machine Learning Toolkit (MLTK), Splunk App for Data Science and Deep Learning (DSDL) • 5 years of demonstrated ability in technical pre-sales, services, system administration, and/or engineer roles • 3+ years of demonstrated ability with infrastructure and platform services to support enterprise-scale data challenges • Knowledge about data engineering standard processes to prepare data for AI/ML workloads • Experience with open source AI tools, frameworks and libraries, coding skills, LLMs, and integration with 3rd party AI services is a plus Preferred Qualifications • A depth of expertise in enterprise logging, security and/or observability, specifically using Splunk and/or other aligned technologies and solutions (e.g. Elastic, AWS native services, etc.) • Experience communicating sophisticated technical topics to all audiences, from working-level administrators to senior team members • Knowledge of strategies for operationalizing logs and/or metrics across infrastructure providers (i.e. on-premises, Amazon Web Services, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform) • Experience writing technical content such as blogs, documentation or whitepapers Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $205,700.00 to $266,300.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $223,000.00 - $330,300.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $217,200.00 - $315,300.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Lead a large team of Solutions Engineers, develop strategic plans, and drive customer success and product adoption. | Minimum 8+ years in Pre-Sales Solutions Architect leadership, experience in Observability/DevOps/APM market, and proven ability to lead and develop teams. | The application window is expected to close on: December 23rd, 2025. Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Location: This is a Remote role open to candidates in North America Meet the Team The Splunk Observability Solutions Architects team in the Americas is a dynamic and critical group responsible for driving pre-sales efforts, ensuring customer success, and fostering innovation in the Observability space. Comprising over 100 Solutions Engineers, led by dedicated Managers and Directors, this team collaborates closely with Sales Engineering and Leadership to strategize on market opportunities and accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge Splunk Observability solutions. Join a team where technical expertise meets strategic vision, all focused on delivering exceptional customer outcomes for Splunk. Your Impact As the Director of Observability Solutions Architects at Splunk, you will play a pivotal 2nd & 3rd line leadership role, directly influencing revenue targets and enhancing customer experience across the Americas and Public Sector. You will lead a top-tier technical team, drive Splunk product direction, and cultivate a collaborative Solutions Architect community. Your leadership, growth mindset, and customer-first approach will be essential in fostering durable customer relationships and ensuring the successful adoption of Splunk's Observability product suite. You will empower your team to architect, influence, and sell cross-portfolio Splunk solutions that align with customer business outcomes across various vertical markets. Responsibilities • Lead a team of 100+ Solutions Engineers with first and second line Managers and Directors who oversee our Solutions Architects for Observability in the Americas. • Engage directly with Solutions Engineering and Sales Leadership to strategize on their opportunities and engage in pre-sales and solution adoption activities forSplunk'sObservability product set. • Work closely with cross-functional leaders and teams to develop strategic and technical territory and account plans, along with technical tools/programs to support/measure and mobilize sales campaigns and initiatives to drive growth. • As a team leader, ensure we are taking the necessary actions to attract and retain top talent, further develop a rich and diverse workforce, and manage performance at all levels. • Ensure that your team is enabled to architect, influence and sell cross-portfolioSplunkproduct solutions aligned to driving customer business outcomes across various vertical markets. • Work collaboratively with all cross-functional teams to ensure the right strategies, products and services succeed in the market. • Interact with customers, prospects and industry groups to understand their business challenges and desired outcomes. • Develop a close working relationship with Customer Success, Professional Services and Education to ensure alignment between pre and post sales activities. Minimum Qualifications • Minimum of 3 years as a second line leader. • 8+ years of Pre-Sales Solutions Architect leadership experience • Experience working in the Observability, DevOps and APM market. Preferred Qualifications • Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative Solutions Architect community. • Proven track record of drivingSplunkproduct direction and nurturing customer relationships. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with customers, prospects, and internal teams. • A strong growth mindset and a customer-first approach. • Experience in developing strategic and technical territory plans forSplunksolutions. • Strong experience and ability to recognize and lead the business strategy in the market. • Candidates located near a major metropolitan area preferred. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $372,600.00 to $470,300.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's 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) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours ofunused sick timecarried forwardfrom one calendar yearto 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $372,600.00 - $540,900.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $355,700.00 - $516,300.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Partner with teams to develop AI/ML solutions, perform use case discovery, and support AI workshops and demonstrations. | Experience in data science, machine learning, AI tools, and enterprise platform support, with 5+ years in technical roles. | The application window is expected to close on: 12/17/25. This position is remote and can be completed from anywhere in the contiguous United States. Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back. Meet the Team Splunk is seeking a highly motivated, results oriented individual to join our AI Solution Architect team. This is a phenomenal opportunity to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence solutions across Splunk's amazing customer base. As part of the Enterprise Solutions Architecture Team, you will partner with field Sales and Solutions Engineers as an expert in generative AI, machine learning, and deep learning solutions. You will work closely with customers as a trusted advisor to perform use case discovery, presentations, demonstrations, and assist with the implementation of AI solutions that address customer's unique business challenges. Your Impact • Partner with the Americas and Public Sector teams to perform deep use case discovery and development of solutions demonstrating Splunk AI/ML capabilities • Present Splunk's AI message and roadmap to both technical and leadership teams • Support the delivery of AI workshops, demonstrations, and product evaluations • Maintain deep competencies in Splunk's platform and AI capabilities (e.g. Splunk Enterprise, Splunk Cloud, Machine Learning Toolkit, Deep Learning Toolkit, etc..) • Work closely with Solutions Engineering, Global Technical Strategists, and Product Management to proactively identify customer challenges and needs, influencing the product roadmap to meet critical customer requirements • Focus on accelerating and enabling AI skills across the entire Solutions Engineering organization, as well as using AI to scale productivity Minimum Qualifications • Experience and knowledge in Data Science, Machine Learning and AI methods, tools and technologies, preferably related to Splunk AI and its key apps e.g. Splunk Machine Learning Toolkit (MLTK), Splunk App for Data Science and Deep Learning (DSDL) • 5 years of demonstrated ability in technical pre-sales, services, system administration, and/or engineer roles • 3+ years of demonstrated ability with infrastructure and platform services to support enterprise-scale data challenges • Knowledge about data engineering standard processes to prepare data for AI/ML workloads • Experience with open source AI tools, frameworks and libraries, coding skills, LLMs, and integration with 3rd party AI services is a plus Preferred Qualifications • A depth of expertise in enterprise logging, security and/or observability, specifically using Splunk and/or other aligned technologies and solutions (e.g. Elastic, AWS native services, etc.) • Experience communicating sophisticated technical topics to all audiences, from working-level administrators to senior team members • Knowledge of strategies for operationalizing logs and/or metrics across infrastructure providers (i.e. on-premises, Amazon Web Services, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform) • Experience writing technical content such as blogs, documentation or whitepapers Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $205,700.00 to $266,300.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $223,000.00 - $330,300.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $217,200.00 - $315,300.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Lead and develop a team of technical sales professionals, create territory plans, and align solutions with customer business needs. | Extensive experience in networking, leadership skills, and ability to develop strategic account plans. | The application window expected to close 12/17/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Candidate must reside in Michigan Meet the Team Do you want to lead a team of Trusted Advisors that are advocates for their customers? As a Cisco Systems Engineering Manager, you will be a Collaborator, a Consultant and a Visionary. Your team will help create all kinds of solutions and make your customers so happy! The US Commercial vision is transforming business through the power of people and technology. Our Organization is focused on the US Mid-Market, the 5th largest economy in the world, with a broad portfolio of small, medium and large customers across all vertical markets with the exception of public sector. US Commercial has grown consistently over the past 26 quarters with the support of a diverse set of partners and ecosystem. US Commercial has an incredible culture built upon Focused Execution, Technical Excellence, Collaboration and Fun! Your Impact You are a people-focused technical sales professional who provides technical direction and business guidance to the commercial sales team. You drive revenue through account planning, resource planning and allocation. You actively develop and maintain a team of hard-working Systems Engineers (SE) and continually seek innovative methods for improving team performance. You help meet regional revenue goals by driving innovative technical programs and leading day to day account-level activities. You can manage +20% growth in a commercial territory using a channels-to-market distribution model. • Find opportunities • Create a territory plan by compiling SE feedback and adding own knowledge of local market demand • Create a technical resource plan for territory or operation • Collaborate with Regional Manager (RM) to prioritize and target team opportunities; review quantitative information to identify and explain trends • Understand mechanisms for forming team capacity and improving team performance. Align resources to deliver on commitments and make things happen • Lead team to technical account strategies that align to customer business requirements and goals; assign resources appropriately • Assist in qualified partner identification where appropriate • Intuition For Business • Develop local knowledge of business economics and trends of various industries and vertical markets, and how Cisco solutions add financial and strategic value • Establish collaborative relationships built on trust and commitment and develop relationships at multiple levels within customer accounts • Understand the customer's business model and helps the team identify an architecture and/or solution that provides customer value Minimum Qualifications • 8-12 years industry experience. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience • Background in networking industry Preferred Qualifications Technical Acumen • Advanced understanding of inter-networking industry trends, including new products and solutions • Advanced understanding of competitive product and solution landscape and can articulate trade-offs between Cisco and competitor products • Excellent knowledge in Routing & Switching • Ability to facilitate the critical issue of post-sales customer satisfaction issues • Possess a strong technical and business knowledge with complementary skills to understand the customers' business drivers and align to Cisco solution • Facilitate experienced communications and guide understanding of customer requirements between customers, corporate, and the field. • Understand drivers of customer satisfaction and strive to improve customer experiences Leadership ability • Develop team members' capabilities in support of individual career goals and team objectives • Drive account and resource planning for region and actively collaborate with RM to track plans and course correct as necessary • Understand basics of managing technical people and the associated process of running a region • Understand the value of best practices and apply standard methodologies and other tools to drive business results. • Communicate a clear vision and strategy for the account that inspires and empowers the team to execute within a common framework • Able to get things done without direct line authority; able to exercise personal influence, resolve conflict, and bring about required behaviors • Translate Cisco's vision for the future into a compelling value proposition for the team • Build the capabilities needed to deliver on the team's short and long term goal, including identification and development of a strong pipeline of the best talent from both internal and external candidate pools • Support team members by providing openness and information during organizational changes • Clearly and succinctly convey information and ideas, including expert executive communication and presentation skills • Provide timely and appropriate feedback that focuses on those things that will make the biggest difference in performance; reinforces efforts and progress • Motivate people and develop organizations • Monitor and measure team progress against business plan and recommend changes as needed Qualify opportunities • Monitor and approve requests for customer-focused pre-sales resources • Assist in resolving domain/solution-focused resources and approving requests for these resources Close • Track and report team metrics for a given opportunity • Lead multi-functional projects within area of responsibility • Actively seek feedback on self; recognize own capabilities and take initiative to continually improve • Advocate for continual improvement in customer experience to increase brand loyalty for Cisco Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $205,700.00 to $266,300.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $223,000.00 - $330,300.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $217,200.00 - $315,300.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Participate in rotational assignments across various organizational functions to develop leadership skills and contribute to purpose-driven initiatives. | Completion of a relevant degree or certification within the past 3 years, with a passion for purpose-driven work and leadership potential. | Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This 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. Meet the Team FLEX is a 3-year leadership development program at Cisco under the People, Policy, and Purpose Organization (3P). FLEX’s name is derived from the vision the program has for participants to Find their passion and community, LEad their career, and work, and EXplore the world of potential at Cisco! As Part Of FLEX-EL, You Will Embark On a Three-year Leadership Journey Through a Series Of Rotations (3-12 Months Each, Though Rotations Typically Last 12 Months) Within Our 3P Organization. In Your First Weeks At Cisco, You Will Receive Detailed Onboarding Exposing You To Everything Cisco And 3P, Hearing Directly From Leaders Across Our Organization To Deepen Your Understanding Of The Opportunities Available To You And Help You Best Determine Where You Would Like To Begin Your Journey Within 3P. Participants Will Rotate Through a Wide Array Of Opportunities Including, But Not Limited To • Our People & Communities (HR) organization: home to our traditional People & Communities functions like HR Business Partners, Compensation, Workforce Planning and Analytics, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Employee Relations, amongst others. • Our Policy Organization: home to our Government Affairs organization which manages how Cisco interacts and collaborates with local, national, and international governments. • Our Purpose Organization: home to our teams responsible for driving Cisco’s work to build a more inclusive future for all such as Strategy and Planning, Country Digital Acceleration, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), Social Impact & Inclusion, and Real Estate, amongst others. FLEX-EL cohorts, typically 4-6 people, begin annually at the start of each fiscal year. This cohort model enriches the program by building strong support networks and facilitating peer learning. The next cohort is expected in late Summer 2026! Committed to global talent, Cisco's FLEX-EL cohorts are fully remote, allowing participants to choose their home location (Cisco office work is optional). After three years, graduates transition into full-time 3P roles based on their career goals. Your Impact FLEX-EL participants join Cisco as People and Communities Representatives. In this role they will: • Work on projects that will increase value to the business • Drive several team-based projects and complete individual stretch assignments • Collaborate with senior leadership, managers, cross-functional teams, and other members of the FLEX community • Contribute by participating in program-specific key elements • Participate in professional development workshops, function-specific training, and business seminars often led by industry leaders Minimum Qualifications • Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or relevant degree program (e.g., Associates, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program) + 1 year of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 2 years of relevant experience or Bachelors + 0 years of relevant experience. Relevant fields include: strategy, governance, human resources etc. • Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. • Able to legally live and work in the country for which you're applying, without visa support or sponsorship Preferred Qualifications • Shown leadership skills and an ability to motivate change • Demonstrate the ability to think strategically, partner with business units, and articulate how Human Resources and Purpose work can positively impact business efficiency (no prior Human Resources experience required) • Passion for building a career in Human Resources or purpose-driven work. While 3P is home to our HR function, anyone with a passion for purpose-driven work can find success with FLEX. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees On Sales Plans Earn Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary, Which Is Split Between Quota And Non-quota Components, Subject To The Applicable Cisco Plan. For Quota-based Incentive Pay, Cisco Typically Pays As Follows • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area $79,300.00 - $115,700.00 Non-Metro New York State & Washington State $69,900.00 - $101,900.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Lead and design complex global programs, develop sales enablement tools, and influence cross-functional teams to drive Cisco's growth in I&MI solutions. | Minimum 8+ years in program management or strategic projects within a tech or sales enablement context, with strong stakeholder influence and product understanding. | Location is REMOTE anywhere US, preference on East Coast. As a Business Development Program Manager for Global Strategic Programs & Enablement, you will be a pivotal force in shaping and accelerating the strategic growth of Cisco's I&MI product portfolio, encompassing routing, optics, optical, automation & assurance, and mobility solutions. Beyond execution, you will leverage your extensive program management and strategic thinking expertise to proactively conceptualize, design, and lead complex global scaling initiatives. You will translate nascent ideas and pre-structured concepts into fully realized, high-impact programs with minimal oversight, driving innovation, efficiency, and measurable business outcomes across our specialist sales organization. Your leadership will directly contribute to Cisco's global market leadership and ambitious growth objectives. Key Responsibilities • Strategic Program Design & Leadership: Proactively identify, conceptualize, and lead the design and implementation of complex global programs and initiatives from nascent ideas to finalized products. Programs will be global in scope, can be large and high risk; solution requires collaboration among cross- functional teams; there are multiple interdependencies. Ensure programs are strategically aligned, delivered on time, within scope, and exceed strategic objectives, demonstrating thought leadership throughout the lifecycle. • Advanced Integrated Sales Guides: Drive the development of advanced integrated sales guides. With limited guidance, collaborate with cross-functional and cross-BU stakeholders to create cutting-edge, replicable content and tools oriented around key customer use cases for the I&MI product portfolio, ensuring they are transformative for specialist, portfolio, and partner sellers. • Global Initiative Strategy & Oversight: Provide strategic program leadership and oversight for global sales and marketing initiatives. Ensure deep alignment with business objectives, optimize resource allocation, and drive highly effective communication strategies across all stakeholders, influencing campaign design and execution. • Business Consulting Project Leadership: Lead the program management aspects of strategic business consulting projects, often initiating and defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables. This includes project planning, executive-level stakeholder coordination, progress tracking, and insightful reporting to senior leadership. • Commercial Models Innovation & Deployment: Design, facilitate, and lead the introduction and deployment of innovative sales enablement content, tools, and advanced training programs for specialist sales teams, with a focus on optimizing the I&MI product portfolio's commercial success. • Global Scaling Strategy & Execution: Architect and drive the operational and strategic aspects of initiatives designed to significantly scale specialist sales efforts globally. Proactively identify systemic efficiencies, define best practices, and lead their implementation across diverse regions. • Executive Stakeholder Collaboration & Influence: Build and nurture strategic relationships with senior cross-functional teams including product management, marketing, IT, and various sales organizations. Influence decision-making, drive consensus, and ensure seamless program integration and execution at an executive level. • Strategic Performance Analytics & Reporting: Develop, implement, and maintain advanced dashboards and reporting mechanisms to monitor program progress, key performance indicators (KPIs), and overall strategic impact. Provide proactive, data-driven insights and recommendations to executive leadership for continuous improvement and strategic adjustments. • Deep Product Portfolio & Market Understanding: Develop and maintain a profound, strategic understanding of Cisco's I&MI product portfolio (routing, optics, optical, automation & assurance, and mobility solutions) and the competitive landscape. Translate this understanding into innovative program designs and strategic recommendations. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field. • 8+ years of progressive experience in program management, strategic project management, or sales operations within a technology or sales enablement context, with a proven track record of leading complex, high-impact initiatives. • Demonstrated ability to strategically lead, prioritize, and manage a portfolio of complex global programs, often from conceptualization to delivery, with significant autonomy. • Proven ability to translate pre-structured concepts into finalized, impactful products and solutions with limited oversight. • Exceptional ability to influence, negotiate, and drive consensus among senior cross-functional stakeholders, including executive leadership, across diverse global teams. • Expertise in advanced program management methodologies and tools, with a track record of adapting them to complex organizational needs. • Good strategic communication, presentation, and executive-level stakeholder management skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and advanced analytical/AI tools. • Demonstrable industry understanding of B2B technology sales, go-to-market strategies, and product lifecycle management. Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) and/or Masters certification in project management preferred or a related advanced degree. • Consulting background (internal or external) with extensive experience in strategic program design, transformation, and implementation. • Deep expertise and strategic understanding of Cisco's I&MI product portfolio (routing, optics, optical, automation & assurance, mobility). • Extensive experience leading and inspiring globally distributed/virtual teams, fostering collaboration and high performance. • Advanced proficiency in sales analytics platforms (e.g., FinBI, Tableau) for strategic insights, forecasting, and executive decision-making. • Comprehensive understanding and experience in designing, optimizing, and innovating B2B technology sales processes and go-to-market strategies. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $128,300.00 to $191,500.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees On Sales Plans Earn Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary, Which Is Split Between Quota And Non-quota Components, Subject To The Applicable Cisco Plan. For Quota-based Incentive Pay, Cisco Typically Pays As Follows • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area $174,000.00 - $273,900.00 Non-Metro New York State & Washington State $161,100.00 - $235,300.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for hybrid infrastructure solutions, engaging with customers and internal teams to ensure product success. | Minimum 10+ years in enterprise infrastructure/technology, 5+ years in product marketing or technical management, hands-on experience with VMware and Kubernetes, and proven experience working with enterprise customers on modernization initiatives. | Remote United States The application window is expected to close on 12/12/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Cisco Security & Infrastructure seeks a Product Marketing Manager with deep technical expertise, marketing insights and phenomenal storytelling skills in virtualization and containerization platforms to drive go-to-market strategy for next-generation multicloud infrastructure solutions that bridge traditional and modern application environments. We’re global, adaptable, diverse and our portfolio is as extensive as it is groundbreaking. Join an enterprise security and infrastructure leader with a start-up culture, committed to driving innovation and impact. Your Impact You'll be the critical bridge between engineering innovation and market success, translating complex infrastructure capabilities into compelling value propositions. This role demands someone who can engage with enterprise architects on technical transformation challenges while crafting strategic narratives that resonate with C-level executives facing infrastructure modernization decisions. You are primarily responsible for external-facing activities ensuring your product’s market success and understanding key industry trends and your customers’ struggles. You will work closely with sales, campaigns, and customer success teams to ensure your product positioning resonates with target customers, driving product visibility, adoption, and overall success. Key Responsibilities: • Develop Go-to-Market Strategy for new and existing products: Develop and execute the GTM strategy for hybrid infrastructure solutions, identifying adoption patterns, use cases, target markets and customer segments operating across virtualized and containerized environments • Customer-Centric Product Evolution: Engage directly with early adopters and design partners to understand infrastructure pain points, application dependencies, and operational requirements. Transform these insights into product requirements and positioning that addresses real-world hybrid cloud scenarios • Develop Core Product Positioning, Messaging, and Differentiators: Craft compelling and consistent positioning and messaging around the differentiators that align with the overall product strategy and resonate with customers and partners. Work with inbound product management, engineering, and the field to identify and articulate the outstanding value propositions of Cisco Infrastructure and Security products, ensuring they are communicated and understood by the target audiences. Passionately represent the voice of our customers to internal teams. • Enable Sales and Partners: Develop content for collateral, product training, and other resources for direct sales teams and partner organizations. Engage directly with sales and customers to understand changing needs. Attend industry events. Serve as subject matter expert. • Conduct Market Research: Continuously analyze the market and customer feedback to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats. Conduct meticulous competitive analysis to ensure the product is positioned successfully. • Influence Partners, including Executives: Use excellent communication skills for effective engagement. Demonstrate your strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mentality to make product and marketing recommendations. Define and monitor metrics to assess GTM success. Minimum Qualifications: • 10+ years in enterprise infrastructure/platform technology with at least 5 years in product marketing or technical product management • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent technical experience • Hands-on experience with both VMware vSphere/ESXi and Kubernetes/OpenShift environments • Proven track record working with enterprise customers on infrastructure modernization initiatives • Deep understanding of application architectures, infrastructure dependencies, and platform integration challenges Preferred Qualifications: • Direct experience with infrastructure transformation and application modernization projects • Knowledge of specific technologies: vMotion, Storage vMotion, Kubernetes operators, Helm charts, persistent volumes, and CNI plugins • Understanding of enterprise concerns: compliance, data gravity, licensing optimization, and TCO modeling • Experience with related technologies: Tanzu, Anthos, AWS Outposts, Azure Arc • Experience presenting to business and technical audiences at conferences like KubeCon, VMworld, or Red Hat Summit • Experience speaking publicly to an executive-level audience • Product marketing experience • MBA • Strong project execution skills, attention to detail, and a risk-mitigation mentality • Self-motivation and partnership a strive to find new and innovative solutions • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills in customer-facing roles • Ability to lead and influence via persuasion, perseverance, and energy to drive consensus across functions and teams • Collaboration with internal and external partners Critical Success Factors: • Anticipate customer objections around platform compatibility, performance considerations, and operational complexity • Build trust with skeptical infrastructure teams who've experienced failed transformation initiatives • Create compelling business cases that justify infrastructure investments • Navigate complex enterprise procurement cycles with multiple stakeholders • Balance technical accuracy with accessible storytelling The ideal candidate thinks like an architect, communicates like a strategist, and executes like an entrepreneur. You should be equally comfortable discussing technical issues with an SRE team or presenting TCO analysis to a CFO. • *Why Cisco?** At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. • *Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:** The starting salary range posted for this position is $196,000.00 to $247,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: + 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 + Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees + Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) + 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: + .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; + 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; + 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and + Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $196,000.00 - $284,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $174,000.00 - $252,100.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Remote United States The application window is expected to close on 12/12/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Cisco Security & Infrastructure seeks a Product Marketing Manager with deep technical expertise, marketing insights and phenomenal storytelling skills in virtualization and containerization platforms to drive go-to-market strategy for next-generation multicloud infrastructure solutions that bridge traditional and modern application environments. We’re global, adaptable, diverse and our portfolio is as extensive as it is groundbreaking. Join an enterprise security and infrastructure leader with a start-up culture, committed to driving innovation and impact. Your Impact You'll be the critical bridge between engineering innovation and market success, translating complex infrastructure capabilities into compelling value propositions. This role demands someone who can engage with enterprise architects on technical transformation challenges while crafting strategic narratives that resonate with C-level executives facing infrastructure modernization decisions. You are primarily responsible for external-facing activities ensuring your product’s market success and understanding key industry trends and your customers’ struggles. You will work closely with sales, campaigns, and customer success teams to ensure your product positioning resonates with target customers, driving product visibility, adoption, and overall success. Key Responsibilities: • Develop Go-to-Market Strategy for new and existing products: Develop and execute the GTM strategy for hybrid infrastructure solutions, identifying adoption patterns, use cases, target markets and customer segments operating across virtualized and containerized environments • Customer-Centric Product Evolution: Engage directly with early adopters and design partners to understand infrastructure pain points, application dependencies, and operational requirements. Transform these insights into product requirements and positioning that addresses real-world hybrid cloud scenarios • Develop Core Product Positioning, Messaging, and Differentiators: Craft compelling and consistent positioning and messaging around the differentiators that align with the overall product strategy and resonate with customers and partners. Work with inbound product management, engineering, and the field to identify and articulate the outstanding value propositions of Cisco Infrastructure and Security products, ensuring they are communicated and understood by the target audiences. Passionately represent the voice of our customers to internal teams. • Enable Sales and Partners: Develop content for collateral, product training, and other resources for direct sales teams and partner organizations. Engage directly with sales and customers to understand changing needs. Attend industry events. Serve as subject matter expert. • Conduct Market Research: Continuously analyze the market and customer feedback to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats. Conduct meticulous competitive analysis to ensure the product is positioned successfully. • Influence Partners, including Executives: Use excellent communication skills for effective engagement. Demonstrate your strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mentality to make product and marketing recommendations. Define and monitor metrics to assess GTM success. Minimum Qualifications: • 10+ years in enterprise infrastructure/platform technology with at least 5 years in product marketing or technical product management • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent technical experience • Hands-on experience with both VMware vSphere/ESXi and Kubernetes/OpenShift environments • Proven track record working with enterprise customers on infrastructure modernization initiatives • Deep understanding of application architectures, infrastructure dependencies, and platform integration challenges Preferred Qualifications: • Direct experience with infrastructure transformation and application modernization projects • Knowledge of specific technologies: vMotion, Storage vMotion, Kubernetes operators, Helm charts, persistent volumes, and CNI plugins • Understanding of enterprise concerns: compliance, data gravity, licensing optimization, and TCO modeling • Experience with related technologies: Tanzu, Anthos, AWS Outposts, Azure Arc • Experience presenting to business and technical audiences at conferences like KubeCon, VMworld, or Red Hat Summit • Experience speaking publicly to an executive-level audience • Product marketing experience • MBA • Strong project execution skills, attention to detail, and a risk-mitigation mentality • Self-motivation and partnership a strive to find new and innovative solutions • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills in customer-facing roles • Ability to lead and influence via persuasion, perseverance, and energy to drive consensus across functions and teams • Collaboration with internal and external partners Critical Success Factors: • Anticipate customer objections around platform compatibility, performance considerations, and operational complexity • Build trust with skeptical infrastructure teams who've experienced failed transformation initiatives • Create compelling business cases that justify infrastructure investments • Navigate complex enterprise procurement cycles with multiple stakeholders • Balance technical accuracy with accessible storytelling The ideal candidate thinks like an architect, communicates like a strategist, and executes like an entrepreneur. You should be equally comfortable discussing technical issues with an SRE team or presenting TCO analysis to a CFO. • *Why Cisco?** At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. • *Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:** The starting salary range posted for this position is $196,000.00 to $247,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: + 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 + Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees + Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) + 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: + .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; + 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; + 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and + Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $196,000.00 - $284,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $174,000.00 - $252,100.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Build, maintain, and optimize Marketo workflows, ensure data integrity, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve marketing processes. | Bachelor's degree, Marketo certifications, 4+ years of experience with Marketo or similar platforms, and strong technical skills including API experience. | This is a United States remote position. Splunk is looking for a Marketing Operations Manager - Marketo Engineering who will be responsible for building, maintaining, and optimizing our Marketo instance. We are looking for a person who loves data, thrives on system integrations and thinks critically when it comes to continually improving marketing processes. You'll partner closely with Marketing Strategy, Campaign Operations, Field Marketing, RevOps, Sales, and Data Analytics to enable efficient, data-driven marketing implementations, technologies, and workflows at scale Meet the Team Splunk is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Our customers love our technology, but it's our caring employees that make Splunk stand out as an amazing career destination. No matter where in the world or what level of the organization, we approach our work with kindness. So bring your work experience, problem-solving skills, and talent - but also bring your joy, your passion, and all the things that make you, you. Come help organizations be their best while you reach new heights with a team that has your back Your Impact As the Marketing Operations Manager - Marketo Engineering specialist, you will have the opportunity to tap into your knowledge and expertise to assist in a wide range of initiatives: • Act as a Marketo administrator and technical steward, ensuring operational excellence • Build, maintain, and optimize our Marketo instance to meet company-wide marketing needs • Ensure marketing workflows are accurate, efficient, and scalable • Partner with cross-functional teams to improve marketing processes and integrations • Lead marketing automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and campaign performance Responsibilities • Act as Marketo Administrator - monitor KPIs, ensure database hygiene, maintain email deliverability, manage campaign setup, and track network status • Configure and maintain integrations across our Marketo instance • Automate recurring workflows and processes using tools such as Openprise to increase efficiency and accuracy • Develop and enforce best practices and governance for Marketo usage - including naming conventions, folder management, process documentation, and version control • Collaborate with marketing strategy, sales operations, and data teams to keep all workflows accurate and efficient • Provide technical support to the broader marketing organization (campaign execution, email templates, landing pages, and forms). • Design, implement, maintain, and optimize Marketo campaigns, programs, and engagement paths • Maintain a modular, scalable Marketo architecture (including lead lifecycle, scoring, segmentation, nurturing, and triggers) • Stay current on Marketo and marketing automation trends while evaluating and introducing new tools and integrations • Train and mentor team members and stakeholders on best practices and capabilities within Marketo Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience) • Marketo Certification(s) • 4+ years of experience with Marketo or comparable marketing automation platforms Preferred Qualifications • Deep understanding of email deliverability, lead lifecycle, scoring, segmentation, and nurture programs • Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple work streams under tight deadlines • Strong communication skills to effectively work across both technical and non-technical teams • Familiarity with AGILE/SCRUM process management methodologies • Prior experience working in B2B SaaS or a high-tech environment • Ability to train and mentor teams on marketing automation best practices • Demonstrated success in optimizing and scaling marketing automation systems in a growth environment • Experience integrating Marketo as part of a larger RevOps infrastructure • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to influence process improvements • Experience managing integrations between marketing automation and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and other data sources • Experience with REST / SOAP APIs, Webhooks, JavaScript (or similar technologies) • Experience using data tools (e.g., Tableau, Snowflake) • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex campaign logic and data flows Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $161,100.00 to $204,600.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's 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) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours ofunused sick timecarried forwardfrom one calendar yearto 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $174,000.00 - $273,900.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $161,100.00 - $235,300.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Manage and grow strategic accounts by identifying opportunities, building relationships, and delivering tailored solutions. | Minimum 5+ years of technology sales experience, expertise in managing large accounts, and strong technical knowledge. | The application window is expected to close by December 19, 2025. Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Candidate must reside in the New York Metro Area Meet the Team You will be in Global Enterprise Segment (GES) where we lead Cisco's top 500 strategic accounts. Our responsibility to Cisco’s business is great, and our responsibility to each other and our culture is greater. We have an unrelenting focus on our customers' success, we are Cisco's growth engine and shape the company’s future. Our values Customer-Driven Always, Show Up to Win Every Day, and Harness the Power of Cisco is how we get the job done, and our Win As One mentality embodies the spirit of the journey and how we will show up with each other, partners, and customers. Your Impact As an Account Manager at Cisco, you’ll manage a growth target for an assigned territory using a channel go to market distribution model. You will target market opportunities by segment and use available resources to aggressively pursue opportunities while also showing sales penetration within a target account list of accounts. You'll have a "hunter" mentality, while at the same time exhibiting strategic sales savvy and building strong relationships with customers. You will sell in a matrixed environment that requires a customer-first approach all the while establishing an outcome where everybody wins. • You will play a pivotal role in growing the company's revenue by identifying new sales opportunities and expanding relationships with existing clients. • By understanding client needs and delivering tailored solutions, you will improve customer satisfaction and foster long-term partnerships. • Through strategic account planning and execution, you will help improve Cisco's visibility and reputation in the market. • You will serve as a vital link between customers and internal teams, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration to meet client objectives. • By providing insights from customer interactions and market trends, you will contribute to the development and refinement of effective sales strategies. Minimum Qualifications · 5+ years of technology sales experience. · Demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience leading a large account, including forecasting, quota attainment, sales presentation skills, and short/mid/long term opportunity management is needed. · Requires expertise in the market and strong technical knowledge preferred. You can deliver business value to the account and build on customer relationships. · Expertise in working with complex strategic accounts including interaction with decision makers and all other executives within the account. · You can demonstrate negotiation skills with peers, partners, and customers using a win/win philosophy. Be able to position end-to-end solutions and articulate Cisco strategies to senior customer executives. · Be able to position end-to-end solutions and articulate Cisco strategies to senior customer executives. Preferred Qualifications • You have the ability to deliver business value to both End Users and Partners. • You have strong technical and business knowledge with complimentary skills to understand the customers’ business drivers and then align them to Cisco solutions. • You're an ambitious self-starter with ability to articulate Cisco product and business strategies, and create the demand to complete the deal. • You possess the following traits: passion, integrity, trust, leadership, discipline and execution. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $277,200.00 to $360,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s 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) • 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $277,200.00 - $406,000.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $269,100.00 - $409,600.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Manage and optimize Marketo marketing automation platform, ensure system integrations, and improve marketing workflows. | Requires 4+ years of experience with Marketo, Marketo certifications, and technical skills in APIs, data tools, and marketing automation best practices. | This is a United States remote position. Splunk is looking for a Marketing Operations Manager - Marketo Engineering who will be responsible for building, maintaining, and optimizing our Marketo instance. We are looking for a person who loves data, thrives on system integrations and thinks critically when it comes to continually improving marketing processes. You'll partner closely with Marketing Strategy, Campaign Operations, Field Marketing, RevOps, Sales, and Data Analytics to enable efficient, data-driven marketing implementations, technologies, and workflows at scale Meet the Team Splunk is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Our customers love our technology, but it's our caring employees that make Splunk stand out as an amazing career destination. No matter where in the world or what level of the organization, we approach our work with kindness. So bring your work experience, problem-solving skills, and talent - but also bring your joy, your passion, and all the things that make you, you. Come help organizations be their best while you reach new heights with a team that has your back Your Impact As the Marketing Operations Manager - Marketo Engineering specialist, you will have the opportunity to tap into your knowledge and expertise to assist in a wide range of initiatives: • Act as a Marketo administrator and technical steward, ensuring operational excellence • Build, maintain, and optimize our Marketo instance to meet company-wide marketing needs • Ensure marketing workflows are accurate, efficient, and scalable • Partner with cross-functional teams to improve marketing processes and integrations • Lead marketing automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and campaign performance Responsibilities • Act as Marketo Administrator - monitor KPIs, ensure database hygiene, maintain email deliverability, manage campaign setup, and track network status • Configure and maintain integrations across our Marketo instance • Automate recurring workflows and processes using tools such as Openprise to increase efficiency and accuracy • Develop and enforce best practices and governance for Marketo usage - including naming conventions, folder management, process documentation, and version control • Collaborate with marketing strategy, sales operations, and data teams to keep all workflows accurate and efficient • Provide technical support to the broader marketing organization (campaign execution, email templates, landing pages, and forms). • Design, implement, maintain, and optimize Marketo campaigns, programs, and engagement paths • Maintain a modular, scalable Marketo architecture (including lead lifecycle, scoring, segmentation, nurturing, and triggers) • Stay current on Marketo and marketing automation trends while evaluating and introducing new tools and integrations • Train and mentor team members and stakeholders on best practices and capabilities within Marketo Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience) • Marketo Certification(s) • 4+ years of experience with Marketo or comparable marketing automation platforms Preferred Qualifications • Deep understanding of email deliverability, lead lifecycle, scoring, segmentation, and nurture programs • Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple work streams under tight deadlines • Strong communication skills to effectively work across both technical and non-technical teams • Familiarity with AGILE/SCRUM process management methodologies • Prior experience working in B2B SaaS or a high-tech environment • Ability to train and mentor teams on marketing automation best practices • Demonstrated success in optimizing and scaling marketing automation systems in a growth environment • Experience integrating Marketo as part of a larger RevOps infrastructure • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to influence process improvements • Experience managing integrations between marketing automation and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and other data sources • Experience with REST / SOAP APIs, Webhooks, JavaScript (or similar technologies) • Experience using data tools (e.g., Tableau, Snowflake) • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex campaign logic and data flows Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $161,100.00 to $204,600.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 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 • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's 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) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours ofunused sick timecarried forwardfrom one calendar yearto 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 For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $174,000.00 - $273,900.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $161,100.00 - $235,300.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.