SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT/PRE-SALES- CISCO NETWORK, SECURITY, DATA CENTER

Stone Search - Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Atlanta, GA

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About the position

The Solutions Architect - Network, Security, and Data Center is a pre-sales engineering role focused on developing and articulating comprehensive network infrastructure, data center, and network security architectures. This position involves engaging with clients to understand their needs, proposing tailored solutions, and leading technical presentations to showcase the value of the company's offerings. The role requires a blend of technical expertise, client engagement, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and continuous improvement in service offerings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate comprehensive network infrastructure, data center, and network security architectures using Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.
• Design and propose tailored solutions that meet clients' business and technical requirements.
• Lead technical presentations and product demonstrations to clients, showcasing the value of our network, data center, and security solutions.
• Collaborate with sales teams to understand client needs and craft appropriate network infrastructure, data center, and security solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic guidance on network, data center, and security best practices and emerging technologies.
• Present and discuss company's Secure Services Edge (SSE) offerings with customers.
• Stay abreast of the latest industry trends, network threats, and technologies.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and pre-sales team members.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management and engineering, to align on network, data center, and security solution strategies.
• Participate in the development of new network, data center, and security service offerings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in network infrastructure, solution architecture, and network security, with a focus on Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.
• Experience in selling and working with Secure Services Edge (SSE) solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols and technologies, including LAN/WAN, SDN, and cloud networking.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco network products (e.g., Nexus, ACI, UCS) and Palo Alto network solutions.
• Proficiency in data center design and architecture, including hyper-converged and software-defined infrastructure.
• Experience with SSE solutions and network security is highly valued.

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant certifications such as CCIE, PCNSE, or AWS/Azure network certifications are a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.