Enterprise Networking Architect

Description
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW. We are seeking a highly skilled presales Enterprise Networking Architect with deep expertise in Cisco and Arista networking solutions at a CCIE level. This role requires advanced knowledge of enterprise network architecture, data center solutions, SDN, automation, and security best practices. The ideal candidate will engage with clients to design and present scalable, high-performance network solutions, leveraging Cisco's and Arista's cutting-edge technologies. They will collaborate closely with sales teams, engineering resources, and vendor partners to drive technical strategy, develop proof-of-concepts (POCs), and ensure alignment with customer business objectives. Strong experience with cloud networking, network programmability (Python, Ansible), and AI-driven network operations is a plus. This position demands exceptional communication and presentation skills, along with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts for business stakeholders while maintaining a deep technical acumen
* Client Facing Sales Support - Partners with the sales account team, interfacing directly with CDW clients. Builds trusted advisor relationships, understanding clients' business challenges and proposing solutions
* Client facing work will include, but not be limited to: Researching current and emerging technologies, evaluating alternatives, making recommendations, and presenting to management. Performing business outcome assessments across multiple architectures
* Develops High Level Designs and Architectures - Creates and documents architectures that address client business problems which can be used to ensure a smooth transition from presales to delivery
* Sales Planning - Works with management and sales teams to develop account prioritization and support strategies that will ensure a long-term trusted relationship status
* Creates Proposals - Develops BOMs (Bill of Materials), Product Quotes, SOWs (Statements Of Work), LOUs (Letters of Understanding), business cases and RFP responses
* Partner Relationship Management - Develops healthy and trusted relationships with key partners in the geography
* Billable Consulting - Provides services as part of client projects that are billable, usually in a project oversight mode
* Maintains the minimum services participation target objective
* Mentors other engineers to apply engineering background knowledge for project design, analysis, and project coordination of services or products
* Intellectual Property Development - Contributes to the development of CDW intellectual property and industry recognition (white papers, speaking engagements etc.
* Administrative Overhead - Responds to email, phone calls, completes timecards in a timely manner, expense reports and status reports as required
* Training - Develops and executes a professional plan that will enhance skills
* Basic Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field
* At least ten (10) years of IT engineering experience dealing with infrastructure solutions in a specified CDW practice (Networking, Converged Infrastructure, Storage, Cloud, etc.), including five (5) years of experience with large enterprise cross-brand projects
* Other Position Requirements
* Demonstrated ability to architect and design within the Data Center
* Demonstrated experience with traditional Data Center facilities, including environmental and physical topologies such as cabling, power and cooling
* Demonstrated ability to apply technical background and knowledge to business direction by developing service offerings, go-to-market strategies, business planning, and other activities important to building business
* Demonstrated ability to drive sales, sequencing activities and deliverables to the client to value sell, earn trust and enhance margin
* Proven experience articulating technical viewpoints to diverse audiences, including technical and business decision makers
* Proven ability to evaluate information and make sound technical risk judgements
* Demonstrated ability to multitask and to prioritize workload under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Demonstrated ability to develop longer-range project plans and schedules to complete complex projects or new solution/product development
* Demonstrated ability to perform technical skills/knowledge transfer to client
* Demonstrated attention to detail and follow-up skills
* Demonstrated leadership, delegation, and personnel management skills
* Demonstrated communication and presentation skills, including formal and informal presentations to large and small audiences
* Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction
* Technical writing experience Pay range: $174,000.00, depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of $43,500 subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: [https://cdw.benefit-info.com/](https://cdw.benefit-info.com/) Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
* We make technology work so people can do great things.
* CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.