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

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   At Cisco Security, we are redefining the future of cybersecurity by delivering powerful protection for users, workloads, devices, and networks—wherever they are. Our team is our greatest asset, bringing together diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives to tackle one of the most pressing challenges of our time: transforming the security industry.    From creatives to analysts, from low-key to high-energy, we work together to build solutions that are simple, effective, trustworthy, and enduring. This is why Cisco is not just the most trusted name in cybersecurity— we’re   also the most loved.    Your Impact   As an   Outbound Sales Development Representative (SDR)   supporting   Cisco’s   Incubation   Security Sales team ,   you’ll   be part of a   dynamic , high-energy group   of mo tivated SDRs focused on building   a   qualified pipeline   for Cisco’s newest and most innovative   Security products . Your mission will be to connect with prospects and generate excitement for   Cisco’s   solutions using   multiple   channels, including phone, email, LinkedIn, and any other creative methods you can think of …that works!   I n this role, you will:   Prospect across industries and verticals ,   leveraging   insights, internal tools, and   cutting-edge   technology to uncover new opportunities.   Collaborate closely with Inside Security Sellers   and cross-functional teams , driving impact and expanding your assigned territory.   Master Cisco's Security product portfolio, including solutions like Duo and Identity Intelligence, XDR, AI Defense, and   Hypershield , and position these products based on the value and outcomes they deliver -not   just their   features.   You'll   also develop trusted relationships internally and externally, becoming a true subject matter expert and storyteller, capable of positioning new, incubated products to solve today's most pressing cybersecurity challenges.   This is your opportunity to make a real impact, accelerate your career in cybersecurity, and help customers protect what matters most in an ever-evolving digital world.    But   don’t   worry—you   won’t   be doing it alone.    This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible impact, accelerate your career in the thriving cybersecurity industry, and help customers protect what matters most in an ever-evolving digital world.   But   don't   worry - you'll   have everything you need to succeed. At Cisco, we set you up for success with:   Comprehensive   Sales Boot Camp   and ongoing product training.   Opportunities to   shadow and learn from security experts .   A supportive network of   mentors and teammates   who will cheer you on every step of the way-all the way up to our CEO!   Are you ready to grow fast, learn even faster, and help shape the future of cybersecurity?   Let's   go.   Are   you ready to grow fast, learn even faster, and help shape the future of cybersecurity?   Let’s   go.    Minimum Qualifications    -Meet one of the following (completed within the past 3 years or expected to be completed within the next 12 months):   - A Master's degree   with   0 years of work experience ; or   - A   Bachelor's   degree   with 2 years of work experience ; or   - An educational or workforce development program (e.g., Associate’s, Apprenticeship, Boot camp, or Certification)   with 3 years of work experience ; or   - A High school diploma (or equivalent)   with 4 years of work experience.   Qualifying education and work experience should be in   [insert role-specific discipline(s) as applicable,   e.g.,   Business, Supply Chain, Communications, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Statistics ]   or a related field.   1-2   year (s)   of outbound   sales   and /   or   lead-generation experience in a high-tech or SaaS company.    Fluent in English.    Preferred Qualifications    Experience prospecting   in   the cybersecurity   space.    Demonstrated success with   cold-calling   and   outbound   prospecting for new customers.    Familiarity with   CRM tools like Salesforce (SFDC), HubSpot, or similar platforms.    You have a proven   track record   of meeting or exceeding ambitious (but achievable) targets   You are an ambitious, self-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, competitive environment. You embrace challenges with a   hunter mentality , constantly seeking the next opportunity to drive impact   You are entrepreneurial, resilient, and excited by the unique opportunity to position innovative, incubated products in a rapidly evolving market   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