SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT

Company Description Established in 1987, Global Data Systems, Inc. (GDS) is recognized as a leading provider of networking and systems integration solutions with specialties that include cable & infrastructure, physical & logical security, voice/video/data collaboration, managed network services, data center, cloud computing services, virtualization, data storage solutions, satellite communications, telephony services, wireless mobility, compliance, auditing and professional services. GDS services clients across all primary sectors of public and private sector.

The Global Data Systems MVP Statement

Our Mission: Partner with our clients in the delivery of world-class IT solutions designed to solve business needs and maximize productivity.

Our Vision: Create an exceptional client experience by consistent execution and delivery of client solutions, driving rapid company growth and increased profitability.

Our People: The soul of GDS is our people. As a world-class IT provider, our people are the true market differentiator for GDS in the delivery of advanced IT solutions.

Job Description Global Data Systems is seeking a Solutions Architect who will participate in the business and technical relationship with the client and are tasked with creating innovative solutions for every client's complex needs. The candidate should possess a demonstrated breadth of knowledge across various enterprise solutions/ technology stacks and ability to provide expert advice on solutions/applications. They should also understand the clients business problem, be an effective communicator and able to create a solution that hurdles many obstacles, utilizes current technology and works within the service provider landscape

Role and Responsibilities

Consult and discuss with customers and partners on a conceptual or technical level to accurately architect solutions

Responsible for solution creation and development, proposal/scope of work creation and development, and assist in the quote creation process

Conduct architectural and engineering review of newly proposed IT solutions to determine the strategic business alignment and technical soundness

Offer expert advice on application solutions including assisting with planning and architectural design, development, and resolution of technical issues

Work cohesively with the Sales Team to deliver effective customer presentations of services and solutions

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Experience, and other Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a four year college/university

+2 years related IT experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience with WAN design including routing, failover, and SD-WAN solutions

Experience with Telcom solutions: MPLS, DIA, SIP, LTE

Experience with Disaster Recovery/Business Continuance design

Experience with IT security processes security design considerations

Experience with Web servers and tiered architectures, business intelligence, and cloud computing

Experience with Virtualized/cloud-based environments

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