This is a strong opportunity for a Cisco-focused Pre-Sales Architect to join a well-established, engineering-led organisation with a long-standing reputation in enterprise networking.
The business has built its success on deep Cisco expertise, operating at a high level within the partner ecosystem for decades, with a strong focus on on-premise enterprise and campus network solutions.
You’ll be working in a strategic pre-sales role, owning the technical solution from initial customer engagement through to HLD, BOM creation, and proposal delivery, while collaborating closely with sales and delivery teams.
There is also a forward-looking element to the role, with increasing focus on product development, AI in data centre environments, and next-generation architectures such as Hyperfabric and Cisco ACI.
If you’re a Cisco specialist who wants to stay technically credible while operating in a customer-facing, solution-led role, this is a clean fit.
Responsibilities:
• Lead the technical pre-sales process for enterprise networking opportunities.
• Design and present Cisco-based networking and security solutions.
• Produce High Level Designs (HLDs) and architecture documentation.
• Build detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) using tools such as Cisco CCW.
• Deliver technical presentations and act as a trusted advisor to customers.
• Work closely with sales teams on solution positioning and account strategy.
• Engage with internal delivery teams to ensure solution viability.
• Stay aligned with evolving technologies including AI-driven infrastructure and modern data
centre architectures.
Technical Environment:
• ~85% Cisco (core focus)
• ~15% Fortinet
• Cisco Campus Networks (Switching, Wireless, Security)
• Cisco Meraki
• Cisco ISE
• Cisco Firepower
• Emerging: Cisco ACI, Hyperfabric, AI in DC
Skills / Must Have:
• Strong experience in a Pre-Sales / Solutions Architect role.
• Background within a Cisco partner environment.
• Deep knowledge of enterprise and campus networking.
• Hands-on experience with:
– Cisco Switching & Wireless
– Cisco ISE
– Cisco Firepower
– Meraki solutions
• Experience producing HLDs and BOMs (CCW experience beneficial).
• Strong presentation and customer-facing skills.
Nice to Have:
• CCNP or CCIE level certifications.
• Exposure to Fortinet solutions.
• Experience with Cisco ACI or data centre networking.
• Interest in emerging technologies such as AI in infrastructure environments.
Location & Working Pattern:
• UK-based (ideally South of England)
• Remote working
Benefits:
• Work within a highly respected Cisco-focused environment.
• Strong customer retention and long-term project work.
• Opportunity to contribute to future product and solution development.
• Stable organisation with excellent employee longevity.
Salary:
• £85,000 per annum
Employer:
A leading UK-based managed services provider delivering connectivity, cloud, and network solutions to enterprise and public sector organisations, with a strong heritage in Cisco-led networking and long-term customer partnerships.