Job SummarySHI's Network & Security Solutions Architects will represent SHI as the trusted advisor on all areas of Networking (i.e., routing, switching, load balancing, VXLAN, SDWAN, firewalls, etc.) & Network Security (e.g., NGFW / VPN / NAC / SASE / etc.). They will possess skillsets related to analyzing, designing, and implementing Security, Cloud, and Data Center (on-prem / hybrid) Network services. This includes initiating and participating in projects comprised of both technical and non-technical team members. Consultants will possess excellent communication & collaboration skills and the ability to produce professional presentations intended to influence at all levels of an organization.
This position is a remote position with home office setup as determined by SHI management.
Role Description- Performs Implementation services that may include design, architecture analysis, deployment, troubleshooting, configuration, upgrades, migrations, and network engineering
- Assists leadership with strategy and develops technical roadmaps for future Networking & Security services (e.g., Route/Switch, Cloud WAN, SDWAN, SASE, etc.)
- Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert on Customer projects / workshops and being accountable for the project outcomes
- Collect, produce, and update deployment and design documentation
- Develop, update, and continually improve Network & Security Service offerings
- Act as a trusted advisor for our technical sales teams, assist with opportunity discovery, participate in customer solution / engagement scoping, and sales enablement efforts
- Assist sales / pre-sales teams in identifying and closing opportunities through customer meetings and presentations
- Identify, develop, and document best practices / recommendations (people/process/ technology), and assist with strategy & roadmap planning
- Effectively communicate findings and recommendations to technical and executive Customer stakeholders through written deliverables and verbal presentations
- Evangelize SHI Network & Security Service Offerings across SHI and Partner community through webinars, meetups, and conferences
- Develop reports, lessons learned, presentations and supporting documentation for both Customer engagements and internal discussions
- Stay current on new technology, trends, and market behavior by studying market trends and the industry landscape
- Obtain applicable technical certifications, directed by annual professional development plans & leadership
Behaviors and Competencies- Adaptability: Can proactively adapt to challenging situations, anticipate changes, and make modifications to meet the demands of changing circumstances.
- Communication: Can effectively communicate complex ideas and information to diverse audiences and can facilitate effective communication between others.
- Documentation: Independently produces and maintains documentation for routine processes; ensures accuracy and consistency.
- Leadership: Can proactively seek out leadership roles, initiate team projects, and contribute to team development and success.
- Problem Solving: Can proactively identify potential problems, initiate preventive measures, and propose and contribute to innovative solutions.
- Teamwork: Can lead a team effectively, facilitate cooperation, sharing information, and ensuring that all team members are able to contribute to their full potential.
- Self - Motivation: Can proactively seek out challenges, initiate self-development projects, and contribute to personal or professional innovative ideas.
Skill Level Requirements- Strong proficiency in cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
- Solid understanding of microservices, APIs, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Expertise in solution design across enterprise systems, integration platforms, and data layers.
- Strong background in system security, data privacy, and compliance.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, business-oriented language.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automation tools, and infrastructure-as-code frameworks.
- Proficient in software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps).
- Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
Other Requirements- Bachelor's, Technical degree, or related work experience (Network Engineering / Computer Science / etc.)
- Minimum 5-7 years of technical experience with increasing responsibility
- Minimum 3-5 years' experience consulting, designing, implementing, and integrating Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper, and other Networking technologies (e.g., Cloud WAN / SDWAN / SASE / etc.)
- Combined experience as Network Consultant, Operations, and Administration
- Proficiency with the design, implementation, and configuration of Cisco, Palo Alto, and Cloud networking & security solutions (e.g., Cloud WAN, SDWAN, SASE, etc.).
- Available to travel to client sites upon reasonable request
- Preferred certifications: Cisco - CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, Cloud Networking Certifications (AWS / Azure), Palo Alto - PCNSE
The estimated annual pay range for this position is $100,000 - $175,000 which includes a base salary and bonus. The compensation for this position is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location and, therefore, will vary from individual to individual. Benefits may include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending.
