Senior Security Solutions Architect (Pre-Sales)

CDW; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CDW is seeking a Sr. Solutions Architect - Security to work with designated accounts in a client-facing, presales capacity.

You will translate business requirements into security designs, generate proposals, BOMs and SOWs, and collaborate with OEMs and partners to ensure successful outcomes. The role requires deep expertise in security domains, ability to present solutions, and leadership across pre-sales to post‑sales delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in client-facing roles and security architectures.
• Ability to translate business requirements into security designs.
• Familiarity with security standards (PCI DSS, ISO, NIST).
• Strong written/verbal communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand security needs and present solutions.
• Develop high‑level designs and architectures to address business problems.
• Create BOMs, quotes, LOUs, SOWs, and proposals for security solutions.
• Manage partner relationships and coordinate with OEMs and service providers.
• Lead project kickoff meetings, milestone reviews, and delivery oversight.

Skills

Client facing

Presales

Security domain knowledge

Architectural design

Proposal development

Job description

CDW is seeking a Sr. Solutions Architect - Security to work with designated accounts in a client-facing, presales capacity.

You will translate business requirements into security designs, generate proposals, BOMs and SOWs, and collaborate with OEMs and partners to ensure successful outcomes. The role requires deep expertise in security domains, ability to present solutions, and leadership across pre-sales to post‑sales delivery.