Network Solutions Architect

PURPOSE

This person is responsible for the overall design of the application and mapping the business requirements to systems/technical requirements. Provides technical guidance to the business unit and assists account managers in pre-sales activities.

• Supports sales productivity and deals with process flow by handling complex solutions.
• Reviews the current status of client technology processes while planning and modifying solution configurations to meet client requirements
• Proactively scopes the technical solution required to address customer requirements, assesses customers met and unmet needs, and recommends solutions that optimize value for both the customer and the company.
• Articulates technology and product positioning to both business and technical users
• Collaborates with sales, technical support, and service resources to ensure proposed deals include technical solutions that address customer pain points, and are appropriately supported by key customer technical decision-makers.
• Provides coaching and professional development to Engineers to enhance their solution strategy, technical acumen, and technical sales skills.
• Completes required training, development and certification objectives within the assigned time frame.
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned as needed

 A.  Minimum Education

• With 2-4 years of work experience as a Solutions Architect
• Extensive knowledge of computer systems, operating systems, infrastructure, and system security measures
• Excellent ability to communicate technical information to lay persons, especially in management
• CCNA or equivalent networking fundamentals certification is a plus
• Comptia Security + certification is a plus

• With experience in coordinating with partners and clients
• Must work well under pressure
• Must have good interpersonal skills