Associate Solutions Architect

BlackHawk Data, LLC (12029)

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

BlackHawk is a fast-growing technology solutions and managed services company helping mid-market and enterprise clients design, deploy, and operate modern IT infrastructure. We compete with firms like ePlus, Presidio, WWT, and Ahead—and stand out by moving faster, going deeper, and truly partnering with our clients.
We are building our Pre-Sales Engineering bench at a pivotal moment in our growth. That means real ownership, accelerated career development, and the opportunity to help shape a practice—not just fill a role.
🚀 The Opportunity
This is a growth-track role designed for a technically strong engineer ready to transition into pre-sales architecture. You will work alongside senior Solution Architects and Account Executives to qualify opportunities, build Bills of Materials (BOMs), validate designs, and serve as a trusted technical resource for clients.
If you have hands-on experience as a Network Engineer, Systems Administrator, or Implementation Consultant and want to leverage that experience in a client-facing, revenue-impacting role, this is your path.
BlackHawk Data is committed to investing in your development through mentorship, certification support, and clear internal growth opportunities.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, or implementation
• Working knowledge across at least three areas:
• Networking (routing/switching)
• Cybersecurity
• Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Virtualization/Compute
• Wireless
• Ability to read and interpret technical architecture diagrams
• Experience with vendors such as Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Aruba, or similar
• Familiarity with BOMs, quoting tools, and IT solution structures
• Strong communication skills (technical and non-technical audiences)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Certifications such as CCNA, Network+, Security+, AWS, or equivalent
• Experience in a VAR, MSP, or IT solutions environment
• Exposure to SD-WAN, SASE, or Zero Trust concepts
• Experience with tools like ConnectWise, Salesforce, or Cisco CCW
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

• Partner with Account Executives to qualify technical requirements across networking, security, cloud, compute, and wireless
• Respond to RFPs, RFIs, and technical questionnaires
• Participate in client discovery calls and on-site meetings
• Build accurate BOMs using vendor tools (Cisco CCW, HPE, Fortinet, Palo Alto, etc.)
• Validate solution designs against requirements, budgets, and compatibility
• Review and support design validation prior to client delivery
• Answer client technical questions and provide solution guidance
• Present solution overviews to technical stakeholders
• Participate in demos, proof-of-concepts, and vendor sessions
• Partner with delivery teams to ensure smooth transition from pre-sales to implementation
• Pursue certifications supported by BlackHawk’s reimbursement program
• Shadow senior architects to accelerate growth into a full Solutions Architect role

Benefits

• Clear growth path from Associate to full Solutions Architect (18–36 months)
• Competitive base salary + performance-based bonuses
• Full certification reimbursement and training support
• Access to vendor labs and demo environments
• Collaborative, fast-paced, and growth-oriented culture
• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible PTO
• Remote flexibility with travel exposure

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees