Sr Solutions Architect Data Center, Network & Security

LevelocitiChicago, IL, US

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Job Description

Sr Solutions Architect Data Center, Network & Security

National Solutions Provider | High-Impact Pre-Sales Role

A top-performing, National Technology Solutions Provider & MSP is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to lead pre-sales efforts focused on Enterprise Networking, Cybersecurity, and Next-Gen Data Center solutions. This regional role will serve mid-market Commercial and Enterprise clients across the greater Chicago region.

This high-impact, client-facing role will engage strategic accounts, helping architect complex solutions that strengthen network resiliency, safeguard critical systems, and modernize data center operations. Were looking for a seasoned technologist who combines deep technical credibility with strong business acumen and polished client-facing skills.

HYBRID REMOTE ROLE : Work remotely from home, meet clients onsite, and collaborate in-office with peers in the Sales, Pre-Sales & Delivery teams.

Why Youll Want This Role

Elite Client Base : Shape IT roadmaps at Fortune 1000 and high-growth enterprise accounts
Comp Package : Competitive base, lucrative bonus potential, full benefits, PTO, 401(k) match, and paid certifications
Culture : Entrepreneurial, forward-thinking team with a collaborative and high-accountability approach

What Youll Be Doing

Driving pre-sales solutioning across Enterprise Networking (LAN / WAN, SD-WAN, Wireless), Cybersecurity (NGFW, Zero Trust, Identity, SOC), and Modern Data Center

Leading client whiteboard sessions, architecture reviews, and executive briefings to align technical solutions with strategic business outcomes

Developing technical roadmaps, solution designs, and ROI / TCO models to demonstrate business value

Building bills of materials (BOMs), scopes of work (SOWs), and solution proposals in partnership with sales

Engaging OEM and channel partners (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, VMware, Dell, etc.) to deliver best-in-class integrated solutions

Participating as a subject matter expert in client workshops, partner events, and industry briefings

Staying current on emerging technologies in networking, cybersecurity, automation, and next-gen infrastructure

What You Bring

8+ years in technical pre-sales, solutions architecture, or consulting focused on Data Center, Networking & Security

Strong expertise across routing & switching, wireless, SD-WAN, firewalls, intrusion prevention, and security architectures

Experience designing solutions across virtualization, storage, backup, and converged infrastructure

Certifications strongly preferred : Cisco CCIE / CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSE, Fortinet NSE, VMware VCP / VCAP, CISSP, etc.

Excellent communicator, able to present confidently to both C-level leaders and technical stakeholders

Passion for learning, growth, and delivering business outcomes through technology

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base + bonus structure

Full Medical / Dental / Vision

401(k) with match

Generous PTO + paid holidays

Paid training, certifications & career development support

If youre a consultative technical leader with a passion for networking, cybersecurity, and next-gen infrastructure , and want to help enterprise clients modernize and secure their environments wed love to hear from you.

Please apply today or send your resume directly to : Chuck@levelociti.com

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