Sr. Solutions Architect - SHI Labs - Cybersecurity

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Security Architect to join our Cybersecurity Lab in a high-impact, hands-on role that blends customer advisory, solution architecture, and deep technical execution.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead technical voice in large, multi-stakeholder enterprise customer engagements
• Act as a trusted advisor to Field CIOs, CISOs, and engineering teams, influencing cybersecurity strategy and technology decisions
• Translate business and security requirements into structured use cases and test plans
• Lead customer workshops, technical deep dives, and executive-level briefings
• Design and build complex lab environments simulating enterprise architectures (on-prem, multi-cloud, and global branch scenarios)
• Develop and execute proof-of-concept (POC) and proof-of-value (POV) testing across multiple security domains
• Validate vendor capabilities, integration points, and real-world operational impact
• Produce reference architectures, detailed design documentation, and validation reports
• Partner with account teams and presales engineering to develop solution strategies, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and Statements of Work (SOWs)
• Lead technical scoping, sizing, and delivery planning for services engagements
• Develop and validate clearly defined use cases and test cases
• Ensure successful execution of projects, frequently stepping in to resolve complex or at-risk deployments
• Drive innovation within the cybersecurity lab by evaluating emerging technologies and evolving threat landscapes
• Provide actionable feedback to vendors on product gaps, limitations, and enhancement opportunities
• Mentor and develop engineers across the practice, from junior to senior levels
• Assist with talent identification and participate in technical interviewing

Qualifications

• Secure Access & Network Security: ZTNA, SASE, VDI, browser isolation, remote access, NGFW, segmentation, SD-WAN
• Cloud Security: Security architectures across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
• Identity & Access Management: IAM, PAM, federation, and identity governance
• Endpoint Security: EDR and XDR platforms
• Data Center & Hybrid Security: CNAPP, CASB, NDR, and secure architecture rationalization
• Data Security: Data access governance, DSPM, key management, PKI, HSM, certificate authorities, encryption, email security, and DLP
• Application Security: Web application and API protection, secure web gateway, DevSecOps and SDLC processes

Skills

• Strong scripting and automation capabilities
• Experience performing multi-technology integrations and interoperability testing
• Expert-level proficiency using Lucid and/or Visio to create complex cybersecurity and data center architecture diagrams

Behavior and Competencies

• Problem-Solving: Can proactively identify and take ownership of complex problem-solving initiatives, initiate preventative measures, collaborate with others to find solutions, and drive successful outcomes.
• Communication: Can effectively communicate complex ideas and information to diverse audiences, facilitate effective communication between others, and mentor others in effective communication.
• Adaptability: Can lead others through change, help teams adapt to new directions, and create a culture open to change.
• Leadership: Can take ownership of complex team initiatives, collaborate with others in decision-making processes, and drive team performance.
• Teamwork: Can build and lead multiple teams, fostering a cooperative environment and ensuring effective communication between team members.
• Self-Motivation: Can take ownership of complex personal or professional initiatives, collaborate with others when necessary, and drive results through self-motivation.

Additional Skills and Experience

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, architecture, or consulting roles
• Experience in a value-added reseller (VAR), consulting firm, or systems integrator
• Proven success operating in a hybrid pre-sales/post-sales role
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale, multi-vendor security engagements
• Experience working within or alongside a Technical Enablement Center (TEC) or Cyber Lab
• History of driving measurable outcomes such as: significant services revenue generation and influence on large-scale security purchasing decisions
• Recognized as a trusted advisor by customers and internal stakeholders

Preferred Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, architecture, or consulting roles
• Experience in a value-added reseller (VAR), consulting firm, or systems integrator
• Proven success operating in a hybrid pre-sales/post-sales role
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale, multi-vendor security engagements
• Experience working within or alongside a Technical Enablement Center (TEC) or Cyber Lab
• History of driving measurable outcomes such as: significant services revenue generation and influence on large-scale security purchasing decisions
• Recognized as a trusted advisor by customers and internal stakeholders

Compensation

The estimated annual pay range for this position is $180,000 - $260,000 which includes a base salary and bonus. The compensation for this position is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location and, therefore, will vary from individual to individual. Benefits may include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending.