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The Phenom Platform Specialist supports the day-to-day administration, configuration, and stability of Cisco's Phenom recruiting platform. This is a strong fit for someone who enjoys the hands-on side of system ownership and wants to contribute to a platform that directly supports the hiring experience across Cisco.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities
Platform Administration & Support:
- Manage day-to-day platform administration tasks including user access, configuration updates, and support request triage.
- Troubleshoot system issues across Phenom modules and Workday.
- Support staging and production validation for platform updates, releases, and configuration changes.
- Maintain accurate platform documentation including configuration records, process notes, and support logs.
Configuration & Maintenance:
- Perform functional configuration of Phenom modules in alignment with Cisco's recruiting process standards.
- Manage workflow logic, notification templates, screening questionnaires, and user access settings.
- Identify and flag recurring issues, configuration gaps, and opportunities for platform improvement.
Stakeholder Support:
- Serve as a point of contact for recruiter and coordinator platform questions, providing timely and accurate responses.
- Partner with HR, Finance, IT, Security, Compliance, and business leaders.
- Contribute to user-facing documentation, release notes, and training materials.
- Support platform governance activities including change tracking and release coordination.
Vendor & Platform Management:
- Partner with Phenom on enhancements and issue resolution.
- Evaluate new Phenom capabilities and recommend adoption strategies.
- Stay current on Phenom best practices and product roadmap developments.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in system administration, platform support, HR technology, recruiting technology, or a related function.
- 1+ years of experience supporting enterprise platforms, automation tools, or AI-enabled systems in an operational environment.
- Demonstrated experience managing configuration, administration, or day-to-day support for business-critical systems.
- Experience troubleshooting system issues and partnering with stakeholders to resolve platform-related needs.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage operational tasks with consistency and accuracy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting Phenom or a comparable talent, CRM, or recruiting technology platform.
- Background in Talent Acquisition, recruiting operations, HR operations, or employee experience environments.
- Demonstrated ability to learn new platform capabilities quickly and apply them in a practical business context.
COMPENSATION
- The starting salary range posted for this position is $111,100.00 to $147,500.00 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.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
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 contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies:
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
- Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
- Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
- Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
- .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
- 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
- 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
- Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$134,500.00 - $202,600.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$119,200.00 - $200,800.00
*For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
INTRODUCTION
The Phenom Platform Specialist supports the day-to-day administration, configuration, and stability of Cisco's Phenom recruiting platform. This is a strong fit for someone who enjoys the hands-on side of system ownership and wants to contribute to a platform that directly supports the hiring experience across Cisco.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities
Platform Administration & Support:
- Manage day-to-day platform administration tasks including user access, configuration updates, and support request triage.
- Troubleshoot system issues across Phenom modules and Workday.
- Support staging and production validation for platform updates, releases, and configuration changes.
- Maintain accurate platform documentation including configuration records, process notes, and support logs.
Configuration & Maintenance:
- Perform functional configuration of Phenom modules in alignment with Cisco's recruiting process standards.
- Manage workflow logic, notification templates, screening questionnaires, and user access settings.
- Identify and flag recurring issues, configuration gaps, and opportunities for platform improvement.
Stakeholder Support:
- Serve as a point of contact for recruiter and coordinator platform questions, providing timely and accurate responses.
- Partner with HR, Finance, IT, Security, Compliance, and business leaders.
- Contribute to user-facing documentation, release notes, and training materials.
- Support platform governance activities including change tracking and release coordination.
Vendor & Platform Management:
- Partner with Phenom on enhancements and issue resolution.
- Evaluate new Phenom capabilities and recommend adoption strategies.
- Stay current on Phenom best practices and product roadmap developments.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in system administration, platform support, HR technology, recruiting technology, or a related function.
- 1+ years of experience supporting enterprise platforms, automation tools, or AI-enabled systems in an operational environment.
- Demonstrated experience managing configuration, administration, or day-to-day support for business-critical systems.
- Experience troubleshooting system issues and partnering with stakeholders to resolve platform-related needs.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage operational tasks with consistency and accuracy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting Phenom or a comparable talent, CRM, or recruiting technology platform.
- Background in Talent Acquisition, recruiting operations, HR operations, or employee experience environments.
- Demonstrated ability to learn new platform capabilities quickly and apply them in a practical business context.
COMPENSATION
- The starting salary range posted for this position is $111,100.00 to $147,500.00 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.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
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 contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies:
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
- Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
- Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
- Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
- .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
- 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
- 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
- Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$134,500.00 - $202,600.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$119,200.00 - $200,800.00
*For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Solutions Consultant
Target companies with a history of H-1B sponsorship
Before applying, check whether the employer has filed H-1B visa petitions for Solutions Consultants or similar roles. Companies that sponsor consistently are far more likely to support your transition from OPT to long-term work authorization.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility early
If your degree is in engineering, computer science, or a related STEM field, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirming this upfront gives employers a longer hiring runway and makes you a lower-risk candidate to sponsor.
Lead with technical depth, not just communication skills
Solutions Consultants are hired for their ability to understand complex products and explain them credibly. Demonstrating hands-on technical knowledge in interviews signals you can handle the role without a lengthy ramp-up period.
Address OPT status directly and confidently
Employers often hesitate because they misunderstand OPT timelines. Prepare a clear, one-sentence explanation of your work authorization status, your OPT end date, and whether a STEM extension is available. Confidence here reduces friction.
Prioritize enterprise software and SaaS companies
Large SaaS and enterprise technology firms hire Solutions Consultants at volume and have established immigration programs. These companies sponsor H-1B petitions routinely, which means your OPT-to-sponsorship conversation is more likely to follow a known internal process.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before accepting an offer
Confirm in writing that the employer will support H-1B sponsorship before your OPT expires. Ask specifically about their timeline for filing and whether they cover legal fees. This protects you from discovering sponsorship issues after you have already started.
Solutions Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Solutions Consultant on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Solutions Consultant roles qualify as professional employment under F-1 OPT because they directly apply knowledge from fields like computer science, engineering, or business. Your work must be related to your degree field to remain compliant with OPT authorization requirements. If your degree is STEM-eligible, you may also qualify for a 24-month extension beyond your initial 12-month OPT period.
Do Solutions Consultant roles typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at mid-size and large SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise software companies. Solutions Consultant is a technical client-facing role that sits on the specialty occupation spectrum, which generally satisfies H-1B eligibility criteria. Sponsorship likelihood increases significantly at companies that already have immigration programs in place. Migrate Mate filters jobs by sponsorship history, making it easier to identify which employers are realistic options.
Does a Solutions Consultant role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information systems, or engineering, and your Solutions Consultant role applies that knowledge directly, you are likely eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your DSO must approve the extension, and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your international student office.
What should I say when an employer asks about my work authorization status?
Be direct and specific. State that you are authorized to work on F-1 OPT, include your OPT end date, and mention whether you qualify for a STEM extension. If you do qualify, note that the extension provides up to 24 additional months of work authorization. Framing this clearly removes ambiguity and helps hiring managers understand your actual timeline rather than assuming the worst-case scenario.
How technical does a Solutions Consultant role need to be to qualify under my STEM degree?
The role does not need to be purely technical, but there must be a clear, direct connection between your degree field and the work you are performing. Solutions Consultants who demonstrate, implement, or advise on technical products using domain knowledge from a STEM field generally satisfy this requirement. Roles that are primarily sales or account management with minimal technical application may present compliance risk. Review the job description carefully and discuss it with your DSO if there is any ambiguity.