Can you describe the role and responsibilities of a Systems Engineer here at Cisco?
This is a general question the interviewer at Cisco will ask early in the interview to begin the conversation, learn more about your background, and collect information they can use throughout the interview. You should anticipate this question and prepare for it by reviewing the job posting. This will indicate what the organization thinks the roles and responsibilities of a systems engineer are and their expectations for candidates applying to this position. You should also review your resume so you're familiar with the information the interviewer is using to evaluate your qualifications.
"The role and responsibilities of a systems engineer here at Cisco can vary depending on the specific job and the organization. In general, they are responsible for maintaining the functionality and performance of the organization's IT infrastructure. This can include configuring the systems for peak performance, designing, installing, and maintaining the network infrastructure, selecting Cisco's applications, managing the software licenses, and supporting upgrades. They're also responsible for documenting all the information and items related to the IT systems."
