Consulting Solutions Architect (North Central Region) - Networking

Why WWT?

At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.

Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.

Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!

What is the Consulting Solutions Architect Team?

The Consulting Solutions Architecture Team is a Pre-Sales overlay team with various Domain Experts who work with the Core WWT Account Teams to provide Domain Expertise & Technical Alignment across our largest customers within the Heartland Area. Come join WWT today! We are looking for a Consulting Solutions Architect to join our Consulting Solutions Architecture Team.

Why should you join the Consulting Solution Architecture Team?

As a Consulting Solutions Architect (CSA) , you'll partner with Client Managers and Consulting Systems Engineers to lead the Enterprise Networking strategy for Fortune 500 customers across the Heartland Area. You'll work across technologies like Datacenter Networking, Campus Networking, Wireless, SD-WAN, SASE / SSE, and AI Networking Solutions.

You'll also have full access to WWT's Advanced Technology Center (ATC), a hands-on lab environment that supports demos, POCs, workshops, and personal development.

What will you be doing?

As a CSA, you'll support Enterprise Networking pre-sales engagements across the Heartland Area, acting as a trusted advisor to key Enterprise Customers. You'll align our technical solutions with our customer's business goals, maintain strategic relationships, and collaborate with internal teams to drive outcomes. The role also involves working with Enterprise Networking OEMs such as Cisco, Juniper, Nvidia, and many others in the Enterprise Networking space.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

This role will be covering the North Central region.

Be a self-driven and a motivated team player who can work with Core Consulting Systems Engineers and WWT Client Managers to drive strategic discussion around WWT's Enterprise Networking Solutions

Continue to develop and maintain a deep level of expertise in area of Enterprise Networking & Architecture

Provide technical guidance, knowledge transfers and mentorship to fellow Engineers as required

Simplify the overall messaging to our customers on how WWT can assist them in their journey to modernize their network architecture

Engage in thought leadership activities such as key technology events, blog posts, podcasts, conferences, etc.

Assist the core account team with creating proposals and presentations for WWT's Enterprise Networking Solutions.

Participate in design sessions & provide technical oversight for customer POCs and lab engagements in our ATC

Assist the core account teams with defining POC requirements and customer engagement guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Must live in or be located near major metropoliton cities, covering the North Central region. ( Illinois, INdiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Northday Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin)

CCIE R / S, ACDE or JNCIE highly desired but not required

Must understand the competitive Enterprise Networking landscape

Must have large scale Enterprise Networking experience across the Fortune 1000 customers or similar large scale vertical deployments

Expert proficiency in at least two of the following area of Enterprise Networking : Datacenter Networking, Campus Networking, Wireless, SD-WAN, SASE / SSE and Networking for AI Solutions.

The technical aptitude to learn new Enterprise Networking technologies

Must stay relevant with Enterprise Networking Market trends.

Ability to travel up to 40%

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Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $150,000.00 to $210,000.00 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees :

Health and Wellbeing : Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program

Financial Benefits : Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off : PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement

Additional Perks : Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com .

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