Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Blog, Business Growth, Coaching, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Consultative Sales, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Delivery Management, Field Sales, Fortune 500 Customers, Government, Healthcare, Inside Sales, Leadership, LinkedIn, Mentoring, Needs Assessment, Online Marketing, Partner Sales, People Management, Post-Sales, Pre-Sales, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Support, Regulations, Sales, Sales Strategy, Statement of Work (SOW), Strategic Planning, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Technical Leadership, Technical Sales, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
Description
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
The
Consulting
Sol Architect - HI
is a field-based technical pre-sales role that focuses on developing comprehensive security solutions for CDW customers. This role involves
providing
consultative guidance,
supporting partner product sales,
scoping service offerings, and fostering strategic relationships to drive business growth. In this role you will be working with customers, delivery, and internal sales teams to develop and
maintain
strategic relationships and be a trusted advisor to grow our
Hybrid Infrastructure services
business.
What you will do:
- Developappropriate assessmentand service solutions for CDW customers, including architecture, optimizations, technology health checks, deployment services, and advisory services.
- Collaborate with customers, delivery teams, and internal sales to offer consultative guidance, plan sales strategy, and author statements of work (SOWs).
- Analyze technical and competitive considerations, defining actions to meet customer expectations in the sales cyclebyuncovering customerlong-term goals and requirements andcrafting solutions that build towards the desired end goals.
- Maintain strategic relationships with Customers, Internal Sales & Delivery management, acting as a trusted advisor to drive business growth.
- Maintain relationships with Key strategic partners bymaintainingat least 5 partner technical certifications.
- Grow influence in your assigned territory byhigh levelsofengagement with vendors/partners/customers/Sales as a strategic advisor and being seen byteammatesas an expert in the field.
- Act as a subject matter expert in multiple families ofproducts andsolutions, providing regular contributions to CDW marketing approved online activities, such as LinkedIn, blog posts, onlinemagazines, etc.
- Drive outreach initiatives, technical enablement projects, coaching, andmentoringotherSAs, SolutionExecutives, and Field Sellers.
- Mentoring andcoachingsolution architects around best practices to engage with coworkers and customers.
What we expect
of
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalentexperience, and 8years in technical, pre-sales, or post-sale deliveryrole.Or, 12 years in technical, pre-sales, or post-sale delivery role
- Motivated, self-starting, and able to independently perform high quality work with minimal guidance.
- Industry knowledge and domainexpertise: An SSA shouldpossessdomainexpertise. They should understand industry-specific challenges, regulations, and best practices. They should have a deep understanding of the architecture, products, technologies, and solutions offered by the company. This knowledge enables them to provide tailored recommendations and position the company's solutions effectively within the industry landscape.
- Team collaboration and leadership: Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including sales and delivery, is crucial in this role. A SA should be able to work effectively in a team, lead technical discussions, and influence decision-making. They may also provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
- Customer-focused approach: An SA must have a customer-centric mindset and be able to understand and articulate customer needs effectively. They shouldpossessexcellent communication and presentation skills to engage with customers, gather requirements, and explain technical concepts in a clear and concise manner. Building relationships, understanding customer pain points, and providing tailored solutions are key aspects of this role.
- Solution design and problem-solving skills: The candidate should have the ability to design and communicate comprehensive solutions that address customer requirements, business challenges, and build consensus around the final solution. They should be skilled in analyzing complex problems, identifyingappropriate solutions, and translating technical concepts into understandable terms for customers. Strong problem-solving skills are crucial foridentifyingand resolving technical issues or gaps in proposed solutions.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% or as needed.
- Pay range: $ 121,450 - $ 170,000 depending on experience and skill setAnnual bonus target of 25% subject to terms and conditions of planBenefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
- Willingness to travel up to 25% or as needed.
- Pay range: $ 121,450 - $ 170,000 depending on experience and skill setAnnual bonus target of 25% subject to terms and conditions of planBenefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
We're looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner's mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances-not replaces-human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.
Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that's curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what's possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.
About Us
CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what's possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn't just what we do-it's how we do it. At CDW we act as one-building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win-focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward-staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That's why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees-working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.
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CDW is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.