Network Solutions Architect

Network Solutions ArchitectDataVox is seeking a Solutions Architect to join the Enterprise Sales department in Houston!Before learning more about the position, let us tell you a bit more about who we are! DataVox has been serving the Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth area for over 35 years with our advanced technology solutions. We specialize in Data Center & Network Technologies, Cloud Services, Cyber Security Solutions, IT Support Services & Collaboration Solutions, Audio Visual, Physical Security & Building Technology Solutions including IoT & Network Cabling. We are committed to be the best technology partner and ensure the highest level of expertise and quality service by having people like you on our team.We want our company to be a place youll want to be and stay. Employees at DataVox are offered the following:An amazing atmosphere to challenge yourself and grow career!Comprehensive health, vision and dental insurance for you and your dependentsCompany paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance401(k) and Roth retirement plan with company matchProfessional development reimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid vacation and sick timePaid company holidaysAnnual Health and Wellness FairsVirtual and in-person team & company events Ice Cream Social, Employee Appreciation Day, Halloween contests, Thanksgiving potluck, Holiday parties, Support our team days, Texans, Astros, and Dinamo watch parties, and more!Mileage and phone reimbursementOpportunity to make decisions that positively impact the environment through sustainable business practices.New Employee Buddy/CHAMPION ProgramWhat Youll Do:We are looking for a Solutions Architect to support our team by providing consulting and design support to enhance our enterprise networking practice. This individual will act as a technical resource in order to set up and deliver presentations and demonstrations to customers, and to assist with determining their overall business and technical solutions.Ability to talk about technical subjects and deliver technical presentations to a wide array of audiencesWill utilize technical proficiency in a customer facing environmentLeadership capabilities to assist in managing additional technical resources for meeting the account needsAbility to work successfully with prospects, customers, and cross functional teams to meet sales goalsWill travel to prospective customer sites as necessaryAbility to deliver detailed documentation and accurate Bills of Materials for hardware/software solutionsPricing and scoping of engineering services and creating a Statement of WorkCraft and deliver attractive solution proposals to customersContribute to the sales teams ability to meet sales quota targetsDevelop technical relationships with customers, acting as a trusted advisorDevelop technical relationships with vendors DataVox providesInvest in continued education to stay up to date on latest technologyProvide oversight and assistance to the implementation teams who are implementing your designed solutions to customersAssist management and sales teams on positioning technology solutionsAlign with sales team on customer engagements and opportunitiesSuccessful Candidates will Possess:Strong organizational and time management skills in a dynamic fast-paced environmentA strong working knowledge of networking (enterprise route/switch and wireless)Provide technical expertise in customer engagements specifically around Enterprise Networking, Wireless and Network Security portfoliosDesign and implementation experience with enterprise networking products (firewalls, routers, switches, and wireless)RF Design experience is a plusDesire to learn multiple solutions across a wide range of enterprise networking, security, and data center network technologiesExperience with Cisco, Aruba and Juniper solutions3+ years of experience working in Consulting, VAR, or other equivalentExperience working in a sales engineer or solution architect roleAbility and experience in designing and accurate solution BOM, accurate scoping of services and scope of work creationWorking knowledge of SDN solutions is a plusAbility to lead design consultations, demos, and proof-of-value for customersAbility to develop high-level designs and architectures to ensure smooth transition from design to deliveryAbility to assist customers and account team with understanding and architecting appropriate network, wireless and/or security solutionsAbility to position the designed solution against OEM competitionCCNA or other vendor certifications DataVox provides is preferredPhysical Demands:Work involves standing, talking, hearing, using hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects like laptop, cell phone, or controls and reaching with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, balance, stand, and drive. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will need the ability to uphold stress of daily travel. Regular, predictable attendance is required, including hours as business demands dictate. Light to moderate lifting is required.Are you excited and ready to join the team? Scroll down and apply!DataVox, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.