Cox Business is a leading provider of technology solutions in markets across the US. Our product portfolio includes managed network and hosting services, cloud infrastructure, Internet, voice, TV, and other emerging technology solutions. We strive to create an environment that nurtures personal development and the opportunity to build on your talents, and we embrace a diverse workforce and the unique skills that come from a variety of people and perspectives.
We are looking for a Sales Enginee r with a customer-centric focus who is passionate about exceeding our clients' expectations and assisting in the acquisition of new businesses. In partnership with sales, you will meet with current and prospective Cox Business clients to design and develop cost-effective technology solutions to meet their evolving needs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Partner in the preparation and delivery of technical presentations, helping to both develop sales opportunities and drive them to closure
• Analyze customer requirements to understand how Cox Business products and services can be applied to meet their needs and solve their problems
• Work closely with the sales team on account strategy and identify additional opportunities in existing accounts
• Provide statement(s) of work, scope and design documentation, solution summaries, operational support detail, and other technical documentation to outline delivery and lifecycle of services proposed to customers
• Provide consultation to potential customers on technical alternatives that solve business problems
• Develop technical and strategic responses for requests for information (RFI), requests for proposal (RFP) and requests for quote (RFQ)
• Research and demonstrate industry knowledge and emerging technology trends
• Perform additional duties and special projects related to the position as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM
• 6 years of experience in a related field; or a BS/BA with 2 years of experience in a related field; or a MS/MA with 2 years of experience in a related field
• 1 year of telecommunications (telephony, data, and video) experience
• Self-motivated with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and within teams throughout the organization
• Ability to efficiently conduct consultative analysis and provide recommendations
• Proficient in computer operating systems, equipment and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, reliable transportation
PREFERRED
• BS/BA in related discipline strongly desired
• 3 years of telecommunications (telephony, data, and video) experience with a proven level of competence with Firewalls and Switches, Windows servers, Active Directory, backup software
• Certification completion of OSI related competencies such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) programs or MEF-CECP 2.0 certification
• A proven level of experience with SD-WAN, Wi-Fi, SIP trunking, and virtualization / "*aaS" solutions and platforms such as DaaS, DRaaS, O365, IaaS, and PaaS.
USD 88,500.00 - 132,600.00 per year
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