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Account Executive - Portfolio

Cisco · Chicago, Illinois, US · On-site

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About Cisco

Cisco is a worldwide technology leader powering an inclusive future for all. Learn more about our products, services, solutions, and innovations. Backed by Sequoia and Menlo.

About the role

Drive revenue goals by managing a defined territory of premier accounts and building long-term strategic relationships with C-suite executives. Orchestrate the end-to-end sales cycle, from prospecting and qualifying deals to proposing transformative solutions that address specific customer business goals. Leverage deep expertise in core secure networking—including switching, wireless, and routing—to articulate Cisco’s market differentiation and unique value proposition. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • 5+ years of direct selling experience
  • Experience managing complex sales cycles for customers in high segmentation tiers, such as Key or Premier accounts
  • Experience selling core secure networking technologies, including switching, wireless, routing, and firewalls
  • Proficiency in utilizing CRM tools for funnel management and sales forecasting
  • Experience engaging with C-suite executives and senior-level management to influence purchasing decisions
More about this role

The application window is expected to close on: 10/29/2026

Candidate must reside in Chicagoland or be willing to travel to customers in Chicagoland.

Join a high-impact sales team in the Chicagoland area dedicated to serving as the primary influencer for our customers’ most critical purchasing decisions. Our team acts as Account Orchestrators, integrating Cisco’s full product portfolio to drive sustainable growth and digital transformation across diverse industries. You will work closely with Portfolio Solution Engineers and specialized technical teams to deliver competitive, high-impact networking solutions to Key and Premier accounts. We foster a culture of cross-architecture collaboration to solve complex challenges and align Cisco's strategy with long-term customer roadmaps. This is an exciting opportunity to lead complex deal cycles and shape the future of secure networking for high-value enterprise leaders.

Drive revenue goals by managing a defined territory of premier accounts and building long-term strategic relationships with C-suite executives. Orchestrate the end-to-end sales cycle, from prospecting and qualifying deals to proposing transformative solutions that address...

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