Network Pre-Sales Solutions Architect - Systems Integrator

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career development

Flexible working model

Exposure to bespoke projects

Job summary

A dynamic tech consultancy in Greater London is actively seeking a Network Solutions Architect. The role involves designing high-end network solutions aligned with customer needs and supporting complex pre-sales activities. Ideal candidates will have a strong networking and security background, hands-on experience with leading technologies, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a salary of £80,000 plus a 10% performance-based bonus, and emphasizes professional growth and a flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in networking and network security.
• Familiarity with MSP or partner-led environments.
• Certification willingness within initial months.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Network Solutions Architect supporting pre-sales engagements.
• Design network and security solutions.
• Produce solution architecture and documentation.
• Deliver workshops and technical presentations.

Skills

Strong networking and network security background

Experience working within an MSP or partner-led environment

Hands-on exposure to technologies like Juniper, Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, or HPE Aruba

Good understanding of SD-WAN, wireless, and modern security architectures

Strong communication skills

Willingness to complete professional-level certifications (CCNP, JNCIS, or Aruba)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Act as a Network Solutions Architect supporting complex pre‑sales engagements.
• Design high‑end network and security solutions aligned to customer business outcomes.
• Own solution architecture across networking, security, wireless, and SD‑WAN.
• Work closely with sales and leadership teams to shape winning propositions.
• Deliver customer‑facing workshops, solution presentations, and technical deep dives.
• Produce high‑quality solution designs and architecture documentation.
• Stay current with emerging technologies across SD‑WAN, ZTNA, and SASE.
• Complete required vendor certifications within agreed timeframes.

Skills / Must have

• Strong networking and network security background.
• Experience working within an MSP or partner‑led environment.
• Hands‑on exposure to technologies such as Juniper, Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, or HPE Aruba.
• Good understanding of SD‑WAN, wireless, and modern security architectures.
• Comfortable working with enterprise‑grade customers.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts commercially.
• Willingness to complete professional‑level certifications (CCNP, JNCIS, or Aruba) within the first few months.

Benefits

• Join a fast‑growing, ambitious boutique MSP with a clear leadership vision.
• Exposure to high‑end, bespoke networking and security projects.
• Strong investment in training, certifications, and career development.
• Flexible working model with 3 days per week in an office environment.
• Opportunity to influence and shape a growing pre‑sales function.

Salary

• £80,000 basic salary + 10% bonus (company performance based).