Presidio, Inc.
Sr Solutions Architect (Pleasanton, CA)
Presidio, Inc., Pleasanton, California, United States, 94566
Location: Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA (4900 Hopyard Road Suite 282)
About Presidio Presidio is a trusted ally in technology and innovation. We build AI-driven analytics, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and next-gen infrastructure to help businesses stay ahead.
The Role: Senior Solutions Architect We are looking for a skilled Senior Solutions Architect to join our Pre-Sales Engineering Team in Pleasanton, CA. You will meet with customers, gather requirements for network, datacenter, security, data/AI, and collaboration projects, and develop engineering solutions for sale to Presidio customers. You will collaborate across sales, delivery, and operations teams while influencing internal teams and OEM relationships.
Responsibilities
Develop high-level technical solutions and present to customers (Hardware, Software, Licensing, Professional Services).
Collect business and technical requirements.
Complete end-to-end, full lifecycle network designs.
Drive whiteboard conversations.
Craft customer-facing presentations.
Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations.
Generate hardware configurations (BoM).
Write statements of work (SoW) and develop Professional Service pricing utilizing Presidio tools.
Self-pace and self-set direction in a team environment to drive business.
Work with Account Executive/Extended Sales Teams to develop customer relationships and solutions and assist in overall sales process.
Maintain and develop technical and technology specific skill sets and certifications.
Become the client’s “trusted advisor” and help drive their long-term technology strategy.
Establish strong interpersonal relationships with the internal sales teams (Account Management, Business Development Managers).
Required Skills and Professional Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and/or military experience.
5+ years of experience demonstrating significant expertise in enterprise class network and security solutions.
Experience as a presales engineer.
Expert-level knowledge and experience with design, implementation and support of one or more of the following: Complex routing and switching solutions (Cisco, Juniper, Aruba).
SSE and SASE technologies.
Automation (Catalyst Center, Apstra).
Data Center switching/segmentation solutions such as Cisco ACI and VMware NSX.
SDWAN solutions such as Cisco Viptela, Aruba Silverpeak, Palo Alto Prisma, Fortinet.
Cisco/Meraki, Mist, or Aruba Wireless.
Experience working as a consultant or network architect is desirable.
Preferred Skills and Professional Experience
One or more of the following certifications: CCDP/CCNP/CCIE and other non-Cisco certifications.
Advanced or Expert level industry certifications.
Experience in a Value-Added Reseller (VAR) environment.
Benefits Up to 25% regional travel (minimal overnights). Based in Pleasanton, CA area.
Equal Opportunity Statement Presidio is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative 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.
To read more about discrimination protections under Federal Law, please visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
If you have any difficulty using our online system and need an accommodation in the job application process due to a disability, please send an email to recruitment@presidio.com for assistance.
Presidio is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor requesting priority referrals of protected veterans for its openings. State Employment Services, please provide priority referrals to recruitment@presidio.com.
Notice to Massachusetts Candidates: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Recruitment Agencies, Please Note: Presidio does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email address, Presidio employees or any other means. Presidio is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
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About Presidio Presidio is a trusted ally in technology and innovation. We build AI-driven analytics, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and next-gen infrastructure to help businesses stay ahead.
The Role: Senior Solutions Architect We are looking for a skilled Senior Solutions Architect to join our Pre-Sales Engineering Team in Pleasanton, CA. You will meet with customers, gather requirements for network, datacenter, security, data/AI, and collaboration projects, and develop engineering solutions for sale to Presidio customers. You will collaborate across sales, delivery, and operations teams while influencing internal teams and OEM relationships.
Responsibilities
Develop high-level technical solutions and present to customers (Hardware, Software, Licensing, Professional Services).
Collect business and technical requirements.
Complete end-to-end, full lifecycle network designs.
Drive whiteboard conversations.
Craft customer-facing presentations.
Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations.
Generate hardware configurations (BoM).
Write statements of work (SoW) and develop Professional Service pricing utilizing Presidio tools.
Self-pace and self-set direction in a team environment to drive business.
Work with Account Executive/Extended Sales Teams to develop customer relationships and solutions and assist in overall sales process.
Maintain and develop technical and technology specific skill sets and certifications.
Become the client’s “trusted advisor” and help drive their long-term technology strategy.
Establish strong interpersonal relationships with the internal sales teams (Account Management, Business Development Managers).
Required Skills and Professional Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and/or military experience.
5+ years of experience demonstrating significant expertise in enterprise class network and security solutions.
Experience as a presales engineer.
Expert-level knowledge and experience with design, implementation and support of one or more of the following: Complex routing and switching solutions (Cisco, Juniper, Aruba).
SSE and SASE technologies.
Automation (Catalyst Center, Apstra).
Data Center switching/segmentation solutions such as Cisco ACI and VMware NSX.
SDWAN solutions such as Cisco Viptela, Aruba Silverpeak, Palo Alto Prisma, Fortinet.
Cisco/Meraki, Mist, or Aruba Wireless.
Experience working as a consultant or network architect is desirable.
Preferred Skills and Professional Experience
One or more of the following certifications: CCDP/CCNP/CCIE and other non-Cisco certifications.
Advanced or Expert level industry certifications.
Experience in a Value-Added Reseller (VAR) environment.
Benefits Up to 25% regional travel (minimal overnights). Based in Pleasanton, CA area.
Equal Opportunity Statement Presidio is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative 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.
To read more about discrimination protections under Federal Law, please visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
If you have any difficulty using our online system and need an accommodation in the job application process due to a disability, please send an email to recruitment@presidio.com for assistance.
Presidio is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor requesting priority referrals of protected veterans for its openings. State Employment Services, please provide priority referrals to recruitment@presidio.com.
Notice to Massachusetts Candidates: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Recruitment Agencies, Please Note: Presidio does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email address, Presidio employees or any other means. Presidio is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
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