Experienced Solutions Architect for Network Security - Remote Opportunity with SonicWall

Transform Your Career with a Leading Cybersecurity Company

SonicWall, a renowned cybersecurity pioneer with over 30 years of expertise, is seeking an accomplished Solutions Architect to join our innovative remote team. As a Solutions Architect, you will play a pivotal role in architecting solutions within our Network Security product line, driving success for our customers and partners. If you're passionate about delivering cutting-edge security solutions and have a strong technical background, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

About SonicWall

SonicWall is a trusted leader in the cybersecurity industry, recognized for its partner-first approach and commitment to protecting organizations against cyber threats. With a robust threat research center and a global presence in 100+ countries, we provide purpose-built security solutions to enterprises, government agencies, and SMBs worldwide. Our products and services are designed to build, scale, and manage security across cloud, hybrid, and traditional environments in real-time.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Global Solution Architect Lead, you will be responsible for working closely with customers and partners to design and implement solutions within our Network Security product line, including Firewalls, Switching, and Wireless products, as well as related management platforms. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving positive product outcomes, enhancing customer experience, and delivering unsurpassed support services.

Key Responsibilities

• Take a lead role in technical Pre-Sales and Post-Sales efforts, from initial discovery and qualification to solution design, demo, proof of concept, and scope of work for professional services.
• Proactively assess existing solutions in production and help customers and partners optimize their current deployments.
• Focus on delivering exceptional user experiences and ensure that our products and services provide excellent value to partners and customers.
• Identify new use cases within existing customer or partner environments, develop deployment plans, and support rollout from a design perspective.
• Share best practices in design and deployments, and oversee critical escalations between customers, partners, and SonicWall.
• Collaborate with Sales account management to retain and grow business, and participate in key events such as webinars and conferences as a technical champion and presenter.
• Develop and nurture highly effective collaborative relationships across Sales, Engineering, Product Management, Operations, and other teams to deliver world-class support experiences.
• Demonstrate strong judgment in risk management and problem mitigation, making timely decisions from both business and technical perspectives while maintaining high customer satisfaction.

Characteristics of a Successful Solutions Architect

• Strictly adheres to SonicWall's code of conduct and professional work ethics.
• Maintains hands-on labs and stays up-to-date with product enhancements.
• Exhibits utmost professionalism when working with partners, customers, and internal team members.
• Sets clear objectives, evaluates progress, and instills a high-performance culture with a focus on teamwork, service excellence, ownership, and accountability.
• Remains current on new product developments and provides input and tactical direction to the business on customer services and support challenges.
• Effectively communicates critical account issues to Sales, Engineering, PM Leadership, and other invested parties.

Desired Education and Experience

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• A minimum of 10 years of related experience, with at least 5 years as a Network Security Architect or Senior Consultant.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, CIS, MIS, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Prior experience managing customer/partner accounts from a technical perspective.
• Technical expertise in the cybersecurity, cloud, and network security industries.
• Experience as a network administrator (or equivalent) in a Windows or Unix environment.
• Proven expertise with Network Security (Routers, Switches, firewalls, VPN, routers).
• Knowledge of Cloud and Virtualization platforms.
• Background in internetworking, LAN, and WAN technologies, as well as debugging complex enterprise environments.
• Strong experience leading complex enterprise projects using a structured approach.
• Excellent technical knowledge of networking principles, including TCP/IP, routing, and DNS.

What We Offer

At SonicWall, we pride ourselves on recruiting a diverse mix of talented individuals and providing active security solutions in 100+ countries. As a Solutions Architect, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work with cutting-edge products and technologies.
• Develop and grow your technical expertise.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business success.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Be part of a dynamic and inclusive company culture that values diversity and promotes professional growth.

Why Join SonicWall?

SonicWall is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment. We value talent, innovation, and collaboration, and we're passionate about making a difference in the cybersecurity industry. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Be part of a leading company that's shaping the future of cybersecurity.
• Work with a talented and dedicated team of professionals.
• Enjoy a flexible and remote work environment.
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Be part of a company that's committed to making a positive impact on the world.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a motivated and experienced Solutions Architect looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. At SonicWall, we're passionate about building a diverse and talented team, and we're committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment. Don't hesitate – apply today and let's build the future together!

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.