Network Security Architect

IT Solutions Architect (Networking & Cybersecurity)

Location: Hybrid | Quebec

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Our client is seeking an experienced IT Solutions Architect specializing in Networking and Cybersecurity to support enterprise and public sector clients. This is a highly client-facing role focused on solution design, technical advisory, and pre-sales support, helping organizations modernize and secure their IT environments.

Working alongside Account Managers and technical specialists, you will act as a trusted advisor, translating business requirements into scalable networking and cybersecurity solutions while guiding clients through their technology initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand business and technical requirements
• Design and recommend networking and cybersecurity solutions aligned with organizational objectives
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise throughout the sales cycle
• Deliver solution presentations, demonstrations, and technical recommendations to stakeholders
• Develop architecture and solution designs for enterprise infrastructure environments
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and delivery teams to support proposals and client engagements
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices
• Build and maintain relationships with strategic technology vendors and partners
• Participate in ongoing professional development, training, and certification initiatives

Required Experience

• Strong background in enterprise networking and cybersecurity architecture
• Experience designing and recommending infrastructure and security solutions for commercial and/or public sector organizations
• Hands-on knowledge of technologies from:
• Cisco
• Fortinet
• Palo Alto Networks
• HPE Aruba
• Experience in a client-facing consulting, solutions architecture, pre-sales, or advisory capacity
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-focused recommendations
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• University degree, college diploma, or equivalent industry experience

Nice to Have

• Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales Engineer, Sales Engineer, Network Architect, Cybersecurity Architect, or Infrastructure Architect experience
• Relevant vendor certifications such as:
• Cisco (CCNP, CCIE)
• Fortinet NSE/FCP
• Palo Alto Networks certifications
• Aruba certifications
• Experience working with public sector clients
• RFP, proposal, and technical bid response experience

Additional Requirements

• Bilingual English and French (written and spoken)
• Strong customer-focused and consultative approach
• Ability to influence stakeholders and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Self-starter with strong organizational and relationship-building skills

What's Being Sought

This opportunity is best suited for a professional who combines deep networking and cybersecurity expertise with strong client-facing consulting skills. The successful candidate will be comfortable engaging executives, presenting technical solutions, and serving as a trusted advisor throughout the technology decision-making process.

$180,000 - $200,000

This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization.

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