Network Infrastructure Presales Engineer

MGT; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

5% 401K matching program

Equity opportunities

Incentive and bonus programs

Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Full health benefits

Job summary

MGT in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Network Infrastructure Pre-Sales Engineer to lead technical engagements with clients, deliver demos, and align solutions with business needs. You will collaborate with sales to develop relationships and drive proposals that meet client requirements.

You will provide architect-level guidance on large projects, support post-deployment success, and promote MSP offerings such as Monitoring, SIEM/SOC, and Managed VoIP/Cloud VoIP.

Qualifications

• Five or more years hands-on in an applicable technology field.
• Two or more years pre-sales engineering experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication; translate requirements into BOM.
• Proven ability to design and implement large-scale solutions with budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-sales presentations and equipment demonstrations on-site or virtual.
• Attend on-site meetings providing technical guidance and alignment with proposed architectures.
• Provide architect-level oversight on large, complex projects.
• Deliver post-sales technical support during startup and after implementation.
• Identify and promote MSP solutions including Monitoring, SIEM/SOC, and VoIP.

Skills

Routing and switching knowledge

L2/L3 networking concepts

WLAN technologies

Customer presentation skills

Translate requirements to BOM

Architectural oversight

Budgeting and cost estimating

Ability to multitask and adapt

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

HPE

Juniper/Aruba

Cisco

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Arista

F5

OSI networking model

Job description

Network Infrastructure Pre Sales Engineer

Job Details

FLSA Status: Exempt

Full-Time

Location: Houston, TX

WHO WE ARE

MGT is a leading provider of technology and advisory solutions serving state, local, and education government agencies (SLED) across the United States. Through client partnerships, MGT’s almost 1,200 employees impact communities for good by managing and securing critical networks, solving complex human capital and fiscal problems, elevating education systems, and advancing equity as a performance imperative. MGT partners with thousands of agencies as a trusted advisor delivering solutions that improve technology, operational, and economic performance to help communities thrive.

Founded in 1975, MGT initiated an ambitious restart in 2016, broadening the solutions portfolio to provide the most specialized solutions, tackling the most mission-critical problems that live at the top of the public agency leadership agenda. MGT drives over 20% compound annual organic growth and utilizes programmatic mergers and acquisitions to grow capabilities, attract top talent, and accelerate growth scale. Since 2020, MGT has successfully completed 13 acquisitions, driving over 60% compound annual inorganic growth.

Celebrating its 50th year in 2025, the firm attracts exceptional talent and empowers them to exceed client expectations as they navigate the dynamic demands of the clients we serve. Hear more about MGT’s culture in the words of our employees.

What You’ll Do

• Pre-Sales: Lead impactful customer presentations and equipment demonstrations on-site or virtually; work closely with sales to develop and nurture customer relationships while executing both strategic and tactical objectives; actively contribute to proposal creation and tailored solution presentations.
• On-Site Engagement: Attend on-site customer meetings as required, providing technical expertise, solution guidance, and ensuring alignment between client needs and proposed architectures. Travel to customer locations will be needed based on project requirements.
• Architectural Oversight: Provide Architect Level oversight on large, complex projects, ensuring best practices in design, implementation, and integration, while maintaining technical leadership throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Post-Sales: Deliver architect-level technical support during project startup and, when necessary, after implementation, guaranteeing a seamless transition and ongoing client satisfaction.
• Technical: Identify, position, and promote opportunities for MGT’s MSP solutions, including Monitoring, Element Management, SIEM/SOC, and Managed VoIP/Cloud VoIP.

What You’ll Bring

Key Technical Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of routing and switching.
• L2 edge switches, L3 routers, VPN technology, and optical network devices.
• Layer 4-7 application switches, firewalls (NG Firewalls), load balancers, IDPs, and cybersecurity practices.
• WLAN technologies (Controller and Cloud managed).
• Experience with products from leading providers: HPE - Juniper/Aruba, Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Arista, and F5 (vendor certifications preferred).
• OSI network model, Ethernet, and TCP/IP networking.

Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Experience

• Five (5) or more years of hands‑on experience in an applicable technology field.
• Two (2) or more years of pre‑sales engineering experience.

Skills

• Proven ability to design and implement large‑scale solutions including budgetary and detailed cost estimating.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate customer requirements into bill of materials (BOM) and system design.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt to new technologies.
• Excellent customer presentation skills.
• Willingness to pursue ongoing learning and professional growth.

What We Offer

Our world‑class work environment encompasses flexible and remote work options, a commitment to equity, and nationally respected teams in management consulting and technology services. We also offer opportunities to make a profound social impact through innovative projects, and professional development opportunities for career growth. Here you can read more about our extensive Employee Value Proposition (EVP).

Specifically, we will offer you a competitive compensation package including:

• Flexible paid time off
• 5% 401K matching program
• Equity opportunities
• Incentive and bonus programs
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Flexible spending accounts

Full-health Benefits With Base Employee Coverage Fully Funded, Comprising

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short and long‑term disability coverage
• Income protection benefits

MGT Impact Solutions, LLCis an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, or any other characteristic or class protected by law.