Senior Solutions Architect - Cybersecurity

Senior Solutions Architect - Cybersecurity

Job Locations


US-CA-West Sacramento

Position Type


Regular Full-Time

Requisition ID


2026-7218

Category


Other

C1 Company Overview

C1: 1 Contact, 1 Connection, 1 Choice

C1 is the foremost, single-source provider of advanced communications and data technology for business. That means if it's digital, we connect our customers to it -- from phone systems and hardware to computer networks, application development, managed solutions and more. And we're 100% passionate with designing, implementing, managing and supporting our customers' every need from end to end, so that they can focus on what they do best.

So, when it comes to joining a team of IT and communications technology pros who are empowered to do what they do best, your best choice -- your #1 choice -- is C1.

Overview

Location

This position is open to candidates located in or near Sacramento, California.

Summary

The Senior Solutions Architect is responsible for solving cyber security business challenges for C1's customers with Outcome Based solutions that includes strategic products and services. The Senior Solutions Architect resource is well versed in all market offerings in their area of expertise and works closely with the account team to ensure full accuracy of the solution design during the lifecycle of the sale. Additionally, this position can explain, position, and justify costs related to C1's solutions.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

* Understands customer's cyber security business goals, risk tolerance, and existing infrastructure through a variety of steps including workshops, analyzing their current security posture, and identify gaps to help drive client outcomes
* Provides solution consulting, technical architecture and sales support for account opportunities
* Develops and presents a security roadmap that includes comprehensive security strategies and supporting areas including networking security, endpoint protection, data loss prevention, identity and user security, cloud security, and incident response plans tailored to each client's specific needs
* Participates from initial qualification to final proposal, in the sales process to include collaborating with account managers
* Serves as a trusted advisor through thought leadership activities and publication to stay at the forefront of the cybersecurity landscape
* Provides live demonstrations for customers and sales teams
* Develops and maintains technical competency and related certifications for all core security products and solutions areas
* Performs Strategic Road-mapping Sessions with customers
* Participates in User Groups and Conferences as required
* Stays current on industry changes and participates when possible in organizations directly involved with SME products and services, and continually works to improve techniques and sales knowledge
* Provides deliverables to customers including statements of work and product architectures
* Participates in Solution Deliverables at the direction of the Solution Architect which can include:

o Participating in Discovery and Documentation of Business Requirements specific to area of expertise which may include ROI and TCO models
o Assuming responsibility for 3rd Party Quotes and SOW language for area of expertise
o Providing relevant Statement of Work Language to Solution Architect resources and Guidance around content flow
o Participating in Solution/Delivery Assurance and Services Handoff Meetings
* Ensures productive relationships with manufacturer technical peers
* Assumes responsibility of being dedicated to Top A

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

* 7-10 years in a similar Cyber Security Industry role
* Broad and general knowledge of Cyber Security, including SOC, SASE, Threat Detection, Identity Access Management,Zero Trust

* Strong expertise in industry leading security solutions and vendor offerings from Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Crowdstrike, Arctic Wolf, Fortinet, etc.

* Subject matter expertise related to cyber frameworks and protocols
* Proficient at all Microsoft Office products; Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and SharePoint
* Excellent presentation skills
* Exceptional customer facing skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Excellent relationship and collaboration skills
* Certifications or equivalent experience in area of focus
* Ability to work independently with minimal direction resulting in an accurate solution architecture for the client
* Able to manage multiple simultaneous work assignments

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience with Public Sector customers is a plus

* CCIE Certification

Additional Information

C1 BENEFITS

* 401(k) Plan (35% employer match per dollar up to 10% employee contribution)

* Medical Coverage (3 platforms: UnitedHealthcare, Reference Based Pricing includes member advocacy; and Kaiser)

* RX Home Delivery

* HSA with Employer Contribution
* In-vitro Fertility (treatment coverage)
* Dental
* Vision (2 plans: 12-month and 24-month frames allowance)
* FSA Plans (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Limited Purpose)
* Pre-tax Commuter Plans
* Employer-paid Life Insurance
* Employer-paid Short + Term Disability
* Long Term Disability (2 plans: Employer-paid or optional Self-paid)

* Paid Parental Leave (4 weeks at 100%)
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Voluntary Life Insurance for team member, spouse and child

* Voluntary Accidental Death for team member and spouse
* Legal/ID Theft Plans
* TeleHealth
* Wellness via Omada Health (healthy living solution)
* Travel Assistance
* Business Travel Accident Coverage

* Medical for foreign travel coverage

* Employer-paid Pet Telehealth
* Accident Insurance
* Critical Illness Insurance
* Hospital Indemnity Insurance
* Volunteer Time Off

* 10 Holidays

* Summer Sizzle

* On Demand Pay (Daily Pay)

Work Environment
Ability to handle multiple priorities and demands in a fast-paced environment. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Environment
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Other Duties/Changes
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all duties, responsibilities or activities that are required of a team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. At any point in time, the essential functions and primary duties associated with this position will be the principal, major or most important duties, responsibilities and activities that the employee is expected to perform as determined and directed by C1.

EEO Statement
C1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and all team members will be treated with respect to their employment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. For further details, please view the EEO Policy Statement (EEO Policy Statement) and/or the current version of the workplace poster (

Pay Range

$140,000 - $210,000

Base pay ranges are estimated. Actual base pay will be based on education, experience, location, certifications, skill set, and any other relevant factors. Incentive/variable pay opportunities are in addition to base pay.

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