Network Solutions Architect (Presales & Delivery)

bout the Role

Acuutech is seeking an experienced Network Solutions Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise networking and security solutions for our clients.

This is a client-facing technical role combining network architecture, technical presales and hands-on project delivery.

You will work closely with clients, account managers and engineering teams to understand business requirements, recommend appropriate solutions and ensure successful implementation.

We are looking for someone who can confidently own a network solution from the initial client discussion through design, proposal, deployment and handover.

Key Responsibilities

Network Architecture & Presales

• Lead technical discovery sessions, site assessments and solution discussions with clients.
• Design secure, scalable enterprise network solutions covering LAN, WAN, wireless, routing, switching and firewalls.
• Translate business and technical requirements into solution designs, technical proposals, Statements of Work (SOWs) and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Present and explain proposed solutions to clients, including technical recommendations, costs, risks and implementation considerations.
• Work with account managers and vendors to develop technically sound and commercially viable solutions.

Project Design & Delivery

• Lead network infrastructure deployments, migrations and upgrades.
• Design, configure and implement Cisco networking and security solutions.
• Prepare high-level and low-level designs (HLD/LLD), network diagrams, implementation plans, test procedures and rollback plans.
• Coordinate with clients and engineers to ensure successful technical delivery.
• Validate completed deployments and ensure proper documentation and handover.

Technical Leadership

• Provide senior technical guidance on complex networking and security issues.
• Support technical escalations when advanced expertise is required.
• Review proposed solutions and guide engineers on implementation best practices.
• Participate in critical incident escalation and rotational on-call arrangements when required.

Essential Requirements

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in enterprise networking, with demonstrated experience in network architecture, solution design and implementation.
• Strong hands-on expertise in routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls, wireless networking and network security.
• Solid experience with Cisco networking technologies.
• Proven ability to independently design and deliver enterprise network solutions.
• Experience in technical presales, including client discovery, solution presentations, technical proposals, SOWs and BOMs.
• Ability to prepare network diagrams, HLD/LLD documentation and implementation plans.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent client-facing communication skills, with the confidence to explain technical solutions and recommendations to stakeholders.
• CCNA, CCNP or equivalent demonstrable technical expertise.

Preferred Experience

• Cisco CCNP certification or higher.
• Experience with Cisco Meraki, Firepower, Umbrella, Secure Endpoint or Duo.
• Experience working in an MSP, systems integrator or IT consultancy.
• Knowledge of SD-WAN, cloud networking and hybrid infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Azure, Microsoft 365 or related infrastructure technologies.
• Experience with network assessments, wireless surveys or Ekahau.
• Experience managing multiple client projects.

What We're Looking For

Beyond technical certifications, we value practical experience and sound technical judgement.

The ideal candidate is someone who can assess a client's environment, identify the right solution, explain and defend the proposed architecture, and lead its successful implementation.

You should be equally comfortable discussing network designs with technical engineers and explaining recommendations to non-technical clients.