Lead Technical Architect (Networking / Security)

Lead Technical Architect (Networking / Security)

King of Prussia, PA

Overview

Hybrid remote - Candidates must be geographically located in or near King of Prussia, Pennsylvania with a willingness to travel up to 20% to customer sites in NYC, Upstate New York, and throughout New England. Candidates MUST HAVE reliable transportation.

*This is a delivery / implementation / post-sales role.

Your Impact

The essential functions of this position include:

• Lead a team of Engineers, Sr. Engineers, Consultants, Sr. Consultants and Architects
• Provide Sales Engineering support, BOM creation assistance, SOW assistance along with planning and designing solutions for complex multi-vendor solutions
• Engage various manufacturers and their engineering resources for design assistance and lab access
• Research, design and develop repeatable solutions for customer IT needs
• Assist in building and hiring professional services team, within assigned region
• Work with the Services Director to set training goals for each member of team
• Manage technical development and team satisfaction of employees
• Manage monthly internal training workshops for employees
• Provide input to the Services Director on employee reviews
• Assist the Services Director with resource management
• Build and maintain manufacturer/vendor relationships
• Be an escalation point for Engineers and Sr. Engineers, Consultants, Sr. Consultants and Architects
• Manage Quality Assurance (QA) of all projects within region
• Meet with key vendors to stay current on products and technologies
• Maintain multiple advanced manufacturer specific advanced certifications. i.e.: CCIE, CISSP, VCDX
• Work with the Services Director and the National Practice Leads to develop standardized assessment, delivery and testing documentation to be used by ePlus nationally, for delivery of repeatable services
• Pursue ongoing education and relevant certifications that enhance the Lead Technical Architect role
• Be available to meet customer IT needs and serve the Customer to ePlus' standards

Qualifications

• 15+ years of hands-on experience in IT
• 5+ years of experience performing a Consultant or Architect role
• 4-year college degree or equivalent experience
• Network technologies - LAN, WAN, wireless, and security experience
• Cisco (plus Meraki), Palo Alto, and Fortinet experience
• Recent Cisco ACI, Nexus Data Broker/Dashboard, and DNAC experience
• Strong firewall experience with PA Prisma, PA Prisma Cloud, and/or Fortinet SD-WAN
• Outstanding soft skills and the ability to have difficult conversations both internal & with clients
• Excellent customer service skills, both in-person and over the phone
• Excellent presentation, communication and documentation skills.
• Strong documentation skills
• Strong business understanding including costing, P&L and pricing strategies
• Ability to think on your feet and come up with solutions quickly

Highly Desired Experience / Skills:

• Juniper, Aruba, and Fortinet wireless experience
• Current CCIE Network

Position Specifics

The initial base salary range for this position is expected to be between $150,000 and $190,000 annually. The final base salary offered will be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, depth of experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, our compensation package may include other components such as commissions and discretionary bonuses.

ePlus offers a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility, employee stock purchase program and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and personal leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an offer of employment is extended.

If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Who We Are

At ePlus, we believe technology is a people business. Our team is passionate, skilled, and driven to deliver solutions that make a real difference. Join us and be part of a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and extraordinary results.

Corporate Values

• Respectful communication and cooperation: We prioritize respectful communication, fostering an environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
• Teamwork and employee participation: Collaboration and teamwork thrive through diverse perspectives, both within our teams and in our interactions with our customers.
• Work/life balance that supports our employees' varying needs: We value the well-being of our employees, recognizing that a healthy work-life balance is pivotal to our collective success.
• Embracing communities: We embrace and support the communities that nurture us. Our employees' dedication to fostering positive change is a source of immense pride for us.

Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

• We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
• ePlus is dedicated to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture that represents diversity, enables inclusion, and makes our employees feel comfortable bringing their full, unique selves to work.

Physical Requirements

• While performing this role, you will engage in both seated and occasional standing or walking activities. We provide reasonable accommodations, in accordance with relevant laws, to support success in this position.
• By embracing our values, you will contribute to our collective mission of making a positive impact within our organization and the broader community. We understand that this job description serves as a guide and is not an employment contract.