Solution Architect - Networking

Company: Clocktower Group
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: May 10, 2022

Job Description:

Who is Trace3 ? Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it! Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,000 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Atlanta, Denver, Detroit, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Diego, San Francisco, and Scottsdale. Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology? Come Join Us! Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the big picture. We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems. Juice - The Stuff it takes to be a Needle Mover We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like. Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where its due and demonstrate transparency. We bring the weather by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us. About The Role The Senior Solution Architect (SA) will be a network and security consultant who will focus on pre-sales solution design. The role will partner with sales teams to understand customer goals and design solutions to meet the needs of the organizations they mutually support. The SSA will lead technical presentations to provide a view of the overall security technologies and architecture being presented to customers. In addition, the SA will maintain a productive relationship with aligned engineering and manufacturing teams to be a subject matter expert in multiple products and solutions. What Youll Do Partner with Sales to provide network and security focused solutions based on business and technology needs Provide pre-sales support for network and security product and solutions Prepare and present demos and training sessions for network and security solutions Interface with internal Trace3 engineering teams Interface with the internal Trace3 Network practice and Security Business Unit Interface with clients to perform Proof of Concepts/Proof of Values Develop Bill of Material (BOM)/proposal and provide recommendations using manufacture tools Assist in the review of designs with various manufacturers where Security Technologies are integrated Develop Statements of Work (SOW) and provide accurate Level of Effort (LOE) for Security Technology services opportunities Maintain core partner and other vendor programs or certifications needed to support security products Mentor and support other Solution Architects in opportunities that require network and security expertise on an as-needed basis Qualifications & Interests BA/BS degree or higher preferred (or equivalent level of education) A minimum of 5 years experience providing engineering and professional services for organizations Prior experience working in the solution provider industry, VAR, or Systems Integrator designing technology solutions CCNA, CCNP, HPE Aruba, Juniper Networks, Palo Alto, or other relevant Industry certifications preferred. Knowledge and familiarity with discipline areas including Enterprise Data Center and Campus Network Architecture, Wireless Design, and Next Generation Firewalls. Comfort-level and ability to interact and communicate with all levels of management and leadership Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills with an ability to present technical issues to a non-technical audience Highly organized, detail-oriented, excellent time management skills and able to effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume, and evolving work environment Motivated self-starter who loves to troubleshoot and solve challenging problems and feels comfortable working directly with customers and team members The Perks Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Competitive Compensation Training and development programs Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages Collaborative and cool office culture Work-life balance and generous paid time off To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.by Jobble

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