Sr. Solutions Architect, Cisco (Irvine)

World Wide Technology Healthcare Solutions • Newport Beach, CA

75d • $145,600 - $182,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sr Cisco Solution Architect to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing advanced and complex Cisco-based solutions tailored to meet customer requirements. You will collaborate with customers to understand their business needs and technical requirements, creating detailed technical documentation and solution blueprints. Additionally, you will scope and define the services required for architecting and deploying Cisco solutions, providing technical leadership and guidance during the sales cycle including transition of solution design and knowledge of the customer’s needs to the engineering team for implementation.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience with Cisco technologies, in directly selling or supporting as a presales resource.
• Extensive experience with Cisco networking, security and or collaboration technologies and solutions.
• Strong understanding of network design, application platform and infrastructure architectures principles and best practices.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing Cisco-based solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Active Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) are required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Equivalent experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Bring people together by acting as a bridge between our sales team and our customers.
• Share up-to-date insights on the latest Cisco solutions, formulate creative approaches to address business and technical challenges.
• Present and host workshops with business leaders from the C-Level down.
• Translate technical jargon into layman's language and vice versa.
• Challenge customers by using your skills, insight, and experience to help them see what it takes to do the right things versus simply doing things right.
• Increase Cisco revenue and gross profit, with specific emphasis on Cisco products and Managed and Professional services.
• Provide Cisco program, pricing, product, and promotion expertise in support of our sales organization.
• Mentor and encourage peers with less experience or specialized Cisco solution knowledge.
• Work in partnership with Sales Account Executives and Modern Infrastructure Sales Executives to engage with customers directly.
• Design and develop Cisco-based solutions tailored to meet customer requirements.
• Create detailed technical documentation and solution blueprints.
• Scope and define the services required for deploying Cisco solutions.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Cisco Solution Architects and Cisco Technical Architects.
• Review architectures and solutions developed by Cisco Solution Architects and Technical Architects.
• Directly drive solutioning of hybrid and complex Cisco solutions and architectures.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance during the pre-implementation phase.
• Participate in assessments and audits of existing network infrastructures.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with industry best practices.
• Stay updated with the latest Cisco technologies and industry trends.
• Maintain relevant Cisco technical certifications in your focused specialization areas.
• Participate in collaboration with Cisco’s field sales and solution architecture teams.

Benefits

• Competitive perks that start on day one.
• Comprehensive benefits plan including cell allowances, annual bonus, or commissions.
• Flexible workdays.
• Collaborative environment with supportive colleagues.
• Recognition as a Great Place to Work for 20 consecutive years.
• Commitment to an inclusive culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees