Solutions Architect at Verinext

Duluth, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Managed ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 7–10 years in IT services leadership, managed services, or solution architecture roles
  • Demonstrated presales experience: leading client workshops, presenting to executives, and writing proposals
  • Background in IT Service Management, Data Protection, Data Center Operations, or Networking/Security services strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to identify gaps and develop solutions that achieve business, financial and technical goals
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to quickly gain trust and establish credibility
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to tailor technical depth for appropriate audiences
  • Ability to travel to client sites as needed
  • Strong desire to work across multiple industry verticals and multi-vendor solutions/technology disciplines
  • Extended experience working as a contributor and rising to cross discipline team leader or architect in a corporate IT environment is desirable
  • Certifications across networking, cloud, or ITSM disciplines (e.g., Fortinet N)

Responsibilities

  • Partner with sales executives to qualify opportunities and craft managed services solutions aligned to customer needs
  • Participate in client-facing discovery, workshops, and solution presentations
  • Develop proposals, RFP responses, and statements of work that clearly articulate value
  • Architect managed services solutions across Verinext’s portfolio: Service Desk & NOC, Managed Backup & Disaster Recovery, Networking & Security (including Fortinet, SD-WAN, Firewall), Cloud Infrastructure Management (AWS, Azure, private/hybrid), Observability, Automation, and ITSM process integration
  • Ensure designs are operationally feasible and align to Verinext’s service delivery capabilities
  • Collaborate with service delivery and product management to refine offerings
  • Translate technical concepts into business outcomes for executives and decision-makers
  • Build trust with technical stakeholders by demonstrating expertise in IT operations and governance
  • Influence long-term client strategy around managed services adoption
  • Stay current on industry trends (ITIL, ITSM, automation, cloud operations, security frameworks)
  • Contribute to intellectual property: service frameworks, solution blueprints, and value calculators
  • Provide feedback to product management on competitive positioning and service gaps

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Solutions ArchitectureManaged ServicesService DeskNOCManaged BackupDisaster RecoverySales EngineeringRFP ResponsesSolution DesignBusiness ConsultingClient DiscoveryWorkshopsProposalsStatements of Work

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this Solutions Architect role?

The position is hybrid with a dynamic work schedule primarily based in the office for collaboration with sales, architecture, and operations teams, but it also includes significant time in the field meeting with customers and partners.

What experience is required for this position?

Candidates need 7–10 years in IT services leadership, managed services.

What key skills and responsibilities does the role involve?

The role requires partnering with sales to design managed services solutions including Service Desk & NOC, Managed Backup & Disaster Recovery, Networking & Security (Fortinet, SD-WAN, Firewall), Cloud Infrastructure (AWS, Azure), and Observability/Automation/ITSM, along with client presentations, proposals, and translating technical concepts to business outcomes.

What is the company culture like at Verinext?

Verinext has a team-oriented culture that thrives on innovation and fun, and has been recognized as a 'Best Place to Work' by the Philadelphia Business Journal for 10 consecutive years.

What makes a strong candidate for this Solutions Architect position?

A strong candidate has 7–10 years in IT services leadership with managed services experience, technical expertise in areas like cloud (AWS, Azure), networking/security (Fortinet, SD-WAN), and the ability to blend technical acumen with business consulting to design solutions and engage clients.

Verinext

Managed services for digital transformation solutions

About Verinext

Verinext provides managed services and technology solutions aimed at helping businesses modernize their technology environments for better efficiency and digital transformation. Their offerings include a wide range of services such as customer engagement, data protection, digital innovation, hybrid infrastructure, and intelligent automation. Verinext tailors its solutions to meet the specific needs of each client, which allows businesses to automate tasks, secure their data, and enhance customer experiences. Unlike many competitors, Verinext focuses on delivering end-to-end solutions that accelerate technology investments and ensure a quicker return on value. The company's goal is to empower clients to maximize their technology investments and prepare for future challenges.

Duluth, GeorgiaHeadquarters
1999Year Founded
MERGERCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Increased competition from similar IT consultancy firms may erode market share.
Rapid technological changes could outpace Verinext's service updates, risking client dissatisfaction.
Economic downturns may reduce enterprise IT budgets, impacting Verinext's revenue.

Differentiation

Verinext offers comprehensive end-to-end IT solutions for digital transformation.
The company specializes in intelligent automation and hybrid infrastructure services.
Verinext provides tailored solutions to meet unique client needs in digital transformation.

Upsides

Partnerships with BigPanda and Halcyon enhance Verinext's cybersecurity and AI capabilities.
Expansion in Birmingham and other regions increases client engagement and service delivery.
Merger with Veristor doubles geographic reach and customer base, enhancing market presence.

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