Sr. Solutions Architect, Enterprise Networking
Austin, TX 
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Posted 37 months ago
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COME BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH PRESIDIO!

We know technology is the key to success in a connected world. The innovative solutions we provide our clients can unlock possibilities that transform their business. While technology permits that connection, technology without imagination and ingenuity cannot be effective. At Presidio, we know that it's our people that make the connections happen.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US? You will set your career on track for outstanding achievement with a company that knows no limits. Presidio is a leading IT solutions provider focused on Digital Infrastructure, Business Analytics, Cloud, Security & Emerging solutions.

THE ROLE: Sr. Solutions Architect, Enterprise Networking

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Solutions Architect to our team in Texas (can be base din either Austin or San Antonio area). As a Senior Solutions Architect and a member of the Pre-Sales Engineering Team, the candidate will be responsible for meeting with Presidio's Commercial, Enterprise, and SLED customers, collecting requirements for Core Networking Solutions relating to network projects and developing engineering Solutions for sale to Presidio customers.

A successful Senior Solutions Architect (SA) should be able to present and explain various network communication and infrastructure technologies to customers, guide them through requirements gathering, and formulate a solution consisting of hardware, software, licensing, and engineering services. SAs are responsible for creating scope of work and task lists for various types of projects in support of these Solutions. Specific tasks include creation of Bill of Materials for Cisco Hardware/Software Solutions, Creation of Consulting Engagements, including pricing of engineering services and creation of Statement of Work.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Cisco and other network infrastructure products such as LAN Switching, Datacenter Switching, Catalyst Switches, Nexus Switches, Cisco Routers, Wireless, and network design principles.

Candidates will need to demonstrate a high level of design experience (implementation experience with the various Cisco products and technologies is a plus), be highly motivated about learning new products and technologies, able to effectively communicate with customers, ensure superior customer service, and maintain a strong customer relationship.

Key Responsibilities:

The essential responsibilities of the Senior Solutions Architect are to work directly with customers and account managers in pre-sales situations, and to work effectively across functions with other Presidio employees in Sales, Marketing, Proposals, and Project Management areas. Specific responsibilities include:

  • Meet with Customers and Collect Customer Requirements
  • Work with Account Manager/Sales Team to develop customer relationship and Solutions and assist in overall sales process
  • Create high-level solution designs/Architecture and present to customers
  • Create Customer facing Presentations
  • Create Bill of Materials & configurations for Solutions
  • Build Scope of Services and Professional Service Pricing
  • Write Statements of Work

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and/or military experience
  • 7 + years field technical sales experience working with large accounts or territories, as a Systems/Network Engineer or equivalent
  • Advanced level understanding of the market segment business and technical requirements
  • Industry technical certifications in line with specializations, such as CCIE, CCNP, VCP5, EMCIE, or NCIE are highly preferred
  • Strong knowledge of/and fluency in articulating; features, functions, benefits, and positioning of Presidio Solutions and services in reference to industry. Ability to apply this knowledge to address customer business requirements
  • Experience working with or for a Value Added Reseller (VAR) highly preferred
  • Desired Technical Skills:
    • Cisco Catalyst and Nexus Switching
    • Cisco WAN technologies
    • Cisco Wireless Controller based Architectures
    • Cisco ISE
    • Cisco ACI
    • Cisco DNA Center
  • Effective interpersonal and active listening skills.
  • Strong time management to effectively and efficiently manage one's own time.

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ABOUT PRESIDIO

Presidio is committed toDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the highest levels and has strengthened its drive to build and drive systemic DE&I change process across all levels of the organization. Cultivating a culture of inclusion where the expression of all our differences are valued, celebrated, and add to our collective achievements.

Presidio is a leading global IT solutions provider assisting clients in harnessing technology innovation and simplifying IT complexity to digitally transform their businesses and drive return on IT investment. Our Digital Infrastructure, Business Analytics, Cloud, Security & Emerging solutions enable our almost 7,000 middle market, enterprise, and government clients to take advantage of new digital revenue streams, omnichannel customer experience models, and the rich data insights generated by those interactions.

We serve as an extension of our clients' IT teams, providing deep expertise and letting them focus on their core business. Within Presidio's 40+ US offices and offices in Ireland, London, Singapore, and India, we support 2,800+ professionals, including 1,600 technical engineers. Presidio is a trusted advisor to our clients on a national level while also bringing our global scale and expertise to bear.

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Presidio is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer / VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for this position regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, ethnicity, veteran status, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances.

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RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE:

Agencies/3rd Parties may not solicit to any employee of Presidio. Any candidate information received from any Agency/3rd Party will be considered a gift and property of Presidio, unless the Agency/3rd Party is an Authorized Vendor of Presidio with an up-to-date Presidio Contract in hand signed by Presidio Talent Acquisition. No payment will be made to any Agency/3rd Party who is not an Authorized Vendor, nor has specific approval in writing from Presidio Talent Acquisition to engage in recruitment efforts for Presidio.

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Presidio, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/ VEVRAA Federal Contractor.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for this position regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, ethnicity, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances. 

 

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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
7+ years
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