Principal Architect

ePlus Technology, inc. is seeking a highly skilled Principal Architect to join our team. As a Principal Architect, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of engineers who will plan, design, and implement network infrastructure, data center, and next-generation security IT solutions for our clients.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of network engineers, consultants, and architects
• Consult with clients to plan, design, and implement multi-vendor network and security solutions
• Design and implement network and security solutions from providers such as Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto Networks, and Fortinet
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise to drive the growth of ePlus Professional Services
• Assist with the recruitment, technical screening, and hiring of new engineers
• Be a technical escalation point for ePlus network engineers, consultants, and architects
• Manage the technical development and training of the service delivery team
• Conduct monthly internal technical training workshops for the service delivery team
• Develop standardized assessments, design documents, implementation plans, test & acceptance plans, and as-built documentation for delivery of repeatable solutions
• Assist the regional service management team with resource management, project priorities, and scheduling
• Manage Quality Assurance (QA) of all projects within the region to ensure ePlus standards and manufacturer best practices are being followed
• Engage with key manufacturers and their engineering teams to stay abreast of new products, design assistance, lab access, and technical training resources

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 10+ years of hands-on IT experience
• 5+ years of experience performing in a Sr. Consultant or Architect leadership role
• One or more of the following industry-recognized certifications is required: Cisco CCIE, VMware VCP, VCDX, CISSP, Palo PCNSE, Fortinet FCX, FCP
• Excellent customer service skills, both in-person and over the phone
• Excellent presentation, communication, and documentation skills
• Strong business understanding including costing, P&L, and pricing strategies
• Ability to think on your feet and come up with solutions quickly
• Must be fully knowledgeable and able to design, plan, implement, and support most of the following technologies: Data Center Infrastructure, Enterprise Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Enterprise Wireless, Software Defined Networking, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Automation

The base salary range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $145,000 and $175,000 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including commissions and discretionary bonuses, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.