PreSales and Solutions Architect

Turrito (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a PreSales and Solutions Architect in Johannesburg to deliver high-quality technical solutions across client environments. The role involves leading deployments, training staff, conducting security assessments, and providing technical expertise. Ideal candidates will have experience in network engineering, security solutions, and strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies, accompanied by Fortigate and Microsoft certifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in network and security engineering, preferably in a client-facing role.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft products (Office 365, Azure, Teams, SharePoint).
• Experience with security solutions, firewalls, and switches.
• Ability to conduct technical audits and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment of new and existing solutions across client sites.
• Conduct training sessions for technical and sales staff.
• Perform site assessments and provide recommendations.
• Conduct security audits and assessments.

Skills

Network engineering

Security engineering

Microsoft technologies

Problem-solving

Communication

Training and support

Education

Fortigate certification

Microsoft certification

Tools

Firewalls

Switches

Azure

Job description

The PreSales and Solutions Architect is responsible for delivering high-quality technical solutions across client environments, supporting project rollouts, performing security assessments, and providing technical expertise for both pre-sales and post-deployment activities. This role requires a strong understanding of network, security, and Microsoft technologies, along with the ability to train staff and support critical escalations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the deployment of new and existing solutions across client sites, ensuring seamless implementation and minimal disruption.

• Conduct training sessions for technical and sales staff on solutions deployed by the business.

• Perform site assessments and provide recommendations to optimize client environments.

• Conduct security audits and assessments to ensure client infrastructure meets required standards.

• Participate in pre-sales meetings, scope solutions and assist with network design recommendations.

• Handle escalations on the priority support desk and provide expert guidance for complex technical issues.

• Provide emergency and cut-over support outside of business hours when required.

• Manage licensing and spin up Azure VMs as required for client solutions.

• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and conduct technical due diligence for potential solutions.

• Manage core office infrastructure including switches, firewalls and other critical networking components.

• Maintain a comprehensive technical understanding of the Microsoft suite of products and security solutions offered by the business.

Knowledge and Skills required

• Proven experience in network and security engineering, preferably in a client-facing role.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft products (Office 365, Azure, Teams, SharePoint, etc.).

• Experience with security solutions, firewalls, and switches.

• Ability to conduct technical audits and assessments.

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to train and support staff effectively.

• Flexibility to handle after-hours support and critical escalations when required.

• Proactive approach to learning new technologies and performing technical research.

• Fortigate and Microsoft certifications not older than three years are mandatory.