RIS Network Solution Architect Senior Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking a highly skilled Network Solution Architect to join our pre-sales and solutioning team. This role is focused on designing and architecting innovative network solutions for prospective and existing clients during the sales cycle. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Design end-to-end network solutions tailored to client business requirements and digital transformation goals Develop technical proposals, RFP/RFI responses, and comprehensive solution blueprints Collaborate with sales and account teams to translate complex client requirements into viable, scalable network architectures Create compelling proof-of-concepts (PoCs) and technical demonstrations for client presentations Provide thought leadership on emerging network technologies and industry trends Conduct technical discovery sessions and workshops with client stakeholders Develop solution cost models and Bill of Materials (BoM) for network infrastructure Ensure proposed solutions align with industry best practices, security standards, and compliance requirements Partner with delivery teams to ensure solution feasibility and smooth transition to implementation REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: 12+ years of experience in enterprise network design and architecture Deep expertise in SD-WAN technologies (Cisco Viptela, VMware VeloCloud, Fortinet, Silver Peak) Strong knowledge of network security frameworks including SASE and Zero-Trust Architecture Hands-on experience with cloud networking across AWS, Azure, and GCP Expertise in routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VxLAN) Experience with network automation and orchestration tools Knowledge of load balancing, firewall technologies, and network monitoring solutions Excellent client-facing and consultative selling skills Strong presentation and communication abilities Relevant certifications preferred: CCIE, CCNP, AWS/Azure Networking Specialty EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field Master's degree preferred