Solutions Architect (Network and Security)

Job Title: Solutions Architect Networking and SecurityLocation: Watford, Hertfordshire (hybrid / some remote flexibility)Department: Sales / Pre-Sales SolutionsSalary: £Highly CompetitiveRole OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Networking and Security Solutions Architect to support our growth and strengthen our solutions capability. The ideal candidate is customer-facing, technically strong, and experienced in architecting and presenting networking and security solutions from vendors such as Cisco, Aruba, Fortinet, and Juniper. This role works closely with the internal sales team, acting as the go-to technical expert and trusted advisor during the sales cycle.Key ResponsibilitiesPre-Sales and Solution Design Partner with sales to understand customer requirements and translate them into robust networking and security architectures.Produce high-quality solution proposals, technical designs, and RFP/RFI responses.Conduct technical discovery workshops, demonstrations, and proof-of-concepts for key stakeholders. Vendor Engagement and Product Expertise Maintain deep technical expertise across key vendor technologies (Cisco, Aruba, Fortinet, Juniper) and stay up to date with new releases, features, and best practices.Leverage vendor resources, certifications, and relationships to strengthen solution positioning. Customer Interaction and Presentations Serve as the primary technical presenter in customer meetings, articulating value propositions and addressing technical ..... full job details .....