Principal Solutions Architect – Network

SHI International Corp.

. Lead architecture assessments, discovery workshops, design sessions, and technical decision-making for large or complex customer environments .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in enterprise networking and cloud architecture, with a strong focus on designing secure and scalable solutions. Proven ability to lead technical teams, provide governance, and deliver high-quality customer outcomes while fostering relationships with stakeholders.

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Enterprise Networking ExpertiseCloud Architecture DesignNetwork Security SolutionsTechnical Governance LeadershipAgile and DevOps Understanding

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Hard Skills

RoutingSwitchingVXLAN/EVPNSD-WANCloud WANNetwork Security ArchitectureCybersecurity PrinciplesHigh Availability DesignTraffic Flow DesignImplementation Planning

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsMentoringRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

CiscoJuniperHPE ArubaAWSMicrosoft AzureGoogle CloudNext-Generation FirewallsVPNsZero TrustSASE

Certifications & Qualifications

CCNPCCIEJNCIPJNCIEHPE Aruba CertificationAWS CertificationMicrosoft Azure CertificationGoogle Cloud CertificationSASE/Security Architecture CertificationTOGAF

Industry Keywords

Network EngineeringInformation TechnologyEnterprise ArchitectureConsultingRegulatory ComplianceTechnical Decision-MakingDiscovery WorkshopsDesign SessionsCustomer EngagementDelivery Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityFirewallsSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead architecture assessments, discovery workshops, design sessions, and technical decision-making for large or complex customer environments
Design secure, resilient, scalable, and supportable solutions across routing, switching, wireless, load balancing, segmentation, VXLAN/EVPN, SD-WAN, Cloud WAN, firewalls, VPN, SSE, and SASE
Develop current-state assessments, future-state architectures, transition roadmaps, standards, reference designs, and implementation strategies
Provide technical governance during deployment, migration, upgrade, troubleshooting, and optimization activities
Identify architectural risks, dependencies, constraints, and tradeoffs and present practical recommendations aligned to customer objectives
Serve as the escalation point for complex design and delivery issues
Act as a trusted advisor to customer executives, technology leaders, architects, engineers, and operations teams
Lead technical workstreams and multidisciplinary teams while remaining accountable for quality, scope alignment, and customer outcomes
Create and deliver executive briefings, architecture presentations, whiteboard sessions, workshops, and written recommendations
Produce and maintain professional design, deployment, operational, and knowledge transfer documentation
Partner with sales and presales teams on opportunity discovery, qualification, solution strategy, scoping, estimates, statements of work, and customer presentations
Shape and improve Network service offerings, delivery methods, reusable intellectual property, and quality standards
Build relationships with strategic technology partners and represent SHI through webinars, conferences, meetups, and customer events
Monitor industry direction, emerging technologies, and market behavior and translate trends into customer and practice recommendations
Coach and mentor architects, consultants, and engineers and promote consistent architecture practices and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or technical degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
12+ years of progressive experience in enterprise networking, network security, architecture, engineering, consulting, or operations
8+ years leading the design and delivery of complex customer-facing networks or security solutions
Deep expertise in enterprise network and cloud architecture across Cisco and at least one additional major networking platform, such as Juniper or HPE Aruba
Strong knowledge of AWS, Microsoft Azure, and/or Google Cloud connectivity models
Experience designing campus, branch, data center, cloud, hybrid connectivity, network security, WAN, SD-WAN, Cloud WAN, and VXLAN/EVPN solutions
Knowledge of routing, switching, segmentation, high availability, resiliency, and traffic flow design
Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity principles, network security architecture, data privacy, and regulatory compliance frameworks
Knowledge of next-generation firewalls, VPNs, NAC, Zero Trust, SSE, and SASE
Experience leading discovery, architecture development, implementation planning, migration initiatives, technical governance, and delivery standards
Understanding of Agile and DevOps practices
Experience developing consulting offerings, reusable architecture assets, and standardized delivery frameworks
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Experience supporting complex presales engagements
Industry-recognized networking, cloud, security, and enterprise architecture certifications strongly preferred, including CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, HPE Aruba, AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, SASE/security architecture certifications, and TOGAF
Availability to travel to customer sites up to 30% annually

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities
Health, wellness, and financial benefits
World-class facilities and technology provided in offices or home offices
Medical, vision, and dental benefits
401(k)
Flexible spending