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Introduction

We are looking for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented network solution architect to join our team. A Network Solution Architect is responsible for planning, architecting, and designing (hi level & low level) networks that meet our client requirements for AI enabled hybrid multi cloud networks. These professionals provide presales subject matter expert support and are expected to engage with our key account stakeholders responsible for network architecture and related solution decisions

Rôle et responsabilités

Their typical job responsibilities include:

  • Planning and designing data / voice / video / AI enabled communication networks
  • Recommending strategic network and security designs while following industry best practices
  • Participating in both client and internal stakeholder meetings to gather information regarding client requirements as part of an opportunity pursuit plan.
  • Presenting network architecture vision to client’s network operations management & staff
  • Collaborating with client’s operations / management staff to determine the organization's networking needs. 
  • Understanding and recommending network security solutions
  • Researching to ensure network solution uses high-quality, up-to-date technology and equipment
  • Understanding performance management metrics for networks
  • Developing and maintaining accurate documentation for reference
  • Directing large-scale network and security infrastructure projects
  • Experience with LAN, WAN, and WLAN environments
  • Understanding evolution to software defined networking, intent based networking, virtualization, automation and orchestration.
  • Ability to create network documentation, including drawings, descriptions and configurations via Visio.
  • Researching network and network security related technologies and staying up to date on advancements in the field

 

Formation requise
Baccalauréat
Expertise professionnelle et technique requise
  • Analytical thinking: Network solution architects must examine networks to identify issues and develop solutions. They determine the appropriate hardware, software and other equipment to utilize based on the organizations' requirements.
  • Attention to detail: When designing complex data / voice / video communication networks, network solution architects must consider numerous details. Having an attention to detail ensures they create comprehensive designs with accuracy and hybrid cloud networks that meet and exceed client requirements.
  • Communication: Network solution architects will need be collaborative and work with sales, solution design, and delivery.  Strong verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills ensure they convey information effectively and accurately. They may also use these skills to present plans and provide networking guidance to management staff.
  • Leadership: Network solution architects may need to lead a team of IT specialists or computer engineers through the network architecture and design process or other necessary tasks. Leadership skills enable them to identify required responsibilities and maintain the proper functioning of the network.
  • Organizational skills: Network solution architects may need to manage multiple network solution opportunity pursuits and keep these different solutions organized to ensure they come to a successful outcome. Organizational skills, such as time management and ability to multi task in a fast paced environment is required.

Other professional requirements preferred for this position include:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, business or a related field
  • Five years of professional experience in networking infrastructure, particularly with LAN/WAN, WLAN , VLANs.
  • Project management skills and experience preferred
Expertise professionnelle et technique souhaitée
  • Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
  • Cisco Certified Internetworking Engineer (CCIE)
  • Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr)
  • Juniper (JNCIE)
  • Arista ACE:L4-5
  • CompTIA Network+
  • ITIL Master
  • Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA)
  • Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA)
  • VMware Certified Professional (VCP)

L'unité commerciale

IBM Systems aide les chefs de file en TI à penser différemment leur infrastructure. Les serveurs et le stockage d'IBM ne sont plus inanimés - ils peuvent comprendre, raisonner, et apprendre de façon à ce que nos clients puissent innover tout en évitant les problèmes informatiques. Nos systèmes alimentent les plus importantes industries du monde et nos clients sont les architectes de l'avenir. Rejoignez-nous pour aider à constituer notre portefeuille technologique de pointe conçu pour les affaires cognitives et optimisé pour l'informatique en nuage.

VOTRE VIE CHEZ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

 

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

 

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

À propos d'IBM

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

 

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. 

 

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

Autres détails pertinents sur le poste

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

  • Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
  • Financial programs such as 401(k), the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
  • Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
  • Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
  • Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences


We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.


This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.


This position is eligible for participation in an IBM Sales Incentive plan. Actual incentive opportunity will be based on performance and the eligible Target Incentive, as addressed in the applicable plan, all of which is subject to change. The compensation range listed for this position is the IBM Reference Salary that is used when you are not actively participating in a sales plan. Your actual base pay plus incentive opportunity will be determined by the Incentive Plan assigned to you.