Solutions Engineer - Pre-Sales IT & Cloud Solutions

Impact-Networking,-LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tiffany Gift Card / Custom Menswear

PTO up to 20 days

Training reimbursement

401K with advisory services

Health plans

Job summary

Impact is seeking a seasoned Pre-Sales Engineer to partner with Solutions Architects, Sales, and Security Consultants to translate client needs into practical IT solutions. You will assess environments, propose scalable designs, and prepare clear statements of work for successful delivery.

The role requires strong infrastructure knowledge, client-facing experience, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences. Join a team that values growth and hands-on leadership.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in IT infrastructure, networking, systems engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of core infrastructure technologies, including Windows Server, virtualization, storage, switching, firewalls, Microsoft 365, Azure, identity and access management, and Group Policy.
• Demonstrated ability to assess complex technical environments, identify gaps and risks, and design scalable solutions aligned with client needs and industry best practices.
• Experience in a client-facing or pre-sales capacity, with the ability to establish credibility, manage expectations, and communicate technical concepts to both technical and business audiences.
• Proficiency in developing technical proposals, solution diagrams, quotes, cost estimates, and statements of work with strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage multiple assessments and priorities within established timelines.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Azure, Cisco CCNA, or comparable credentials are preferred; equivalent practical experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Business Transformation Assessments by evaluating client infrastructure, security, cloud, and operational environments and identifying risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop technical recommendations across technologies such as Windows Server, virtualization, storage, networking, firewalls, identity and access management, Group Policy, Microsoft 365, and Azure.
• Design managed IT solutions that use Impact-approved technologies, align with internal standards, and address each client’s technical and business requirements.
• Create accurate technical proposals, solution diagrams, quotes, cost estimates, and statements of work that clearly define scope, assumptions, dependencies, and expected outcomes.
• Present assessment findings and proposed solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex concepts into clear business value.
• Partner with Sales, Solutions Architects, Technology & Security Consultants, implementation teams, vendors, and other managed services practices to support cohesive solution development and execution.
• Build trusted relationships with prospective clients and vendor partners through responsive communication, sound technical guidance, and a consultative approach.
• Maintain complete assessment documentation, activity records, and time entries in Impact’s designated systems while identifying opportunities to improve pre-sales tools and processes.
• Coordinate a thorough handoff to implementation and post-sales support teams, providing the documentation and context needed for successful delivery.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices through ongoing training, certifications, research, and internal knowledge sharing.

Skills

Windows Server

Virtualization

Storage

Networking

Firewalls

Identity Management

Group Policy

Microsoft 365

Azure

Pre-sales

Solution design

Tools

Quotes & Proposals

Job description

Impact is seeking a seasoned Pre-Sales Engineer to partner with Solutions Architects, Sales, and Security Consultants to translate client needs into practical IT solutions. You will assess environments, propose scalable designs, and prepare clear statements of work for successful delivery.

The role requires strong infrastructure knowledge, client-facing experience, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences. Join a team that values growth and hands-on leadership.