Inside Partner Account Executive, Security

Responsibilities

• In this role, you will:
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with partner principals and sales teams, inspiring trust and acting as a resource for training and mentorship.
• Collaborate with internal sales teams and regional leaders to create and implement effective go-to-market strategies.
• Support partners in business transformation by helping them develop unique value propositions, refine sales processes, and increase adoption of our solutions.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, listening, and influence skills when engaging with partners and internal stakeholders.
• Operate with a high level of business acumen, adaptability, and professionalism in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Balance team collaboration with independent initiative, working effectively with diverse individuals and groups to achieve shared objectives.

Requirements

• 5+ years of sales, account management, or partner management experience
• 2+ years of effectively communicating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including technical teams and partners
• 2+ years of experience working with channel partners, distributors, or within a technology ecosystem
• 2+ years demonstrated ability to manage indirect sales models and drive revenue through partner channels
• Understanding of sales and channel dynamics, with previous experience in commercial, enterprise, or public sector account management
• Bachelor's Degree
• Strong ability to build trust and credibility with partner executives and sales teams, and to serve as a mentor and resource in positioning solutions to customers
• Excellent listening, communication, and influence skills with a track record of building strong executive relationships
• Strategic thinker with proven ability to collaborate, drive initiatives, and deliver results in a fast-moving environment
• Why Cisco?
• 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 $117,100.00 to $147,800.00 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.
• 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 contribut

Benefits

Additional Information

The application window is expected to close on: 07/11/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Ideal candidate will be located in Chicago, Illinois; will consider candidates in the Remote US Meet the Team Join a collaborative and high-performing team focused on driving success through partner relationships. As a Partner Account Executive, you will build trust, credibility, and relevance with partner sales teams, empowering them to become active advocates of our solutions. You will work closely with regional sales leaders to align strategies and execute go-to-market plans, ensuring mutual growth and shared success. Our team culture emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and supporting each other to exceed our goals.

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