Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect
thinkahead· Network Advisory
About this role
AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together advances in cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.
At AHEAD, we prioritize creating a culture of belonging, where all perspectives and voices are represented, valued, respected, and heard. We create spaces to empower everyone to speak up, make change, and drive the culture at AHEAD.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived.
We embrace all candidates that will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives at AHEAD.
The Solution Architect – Network & Network Security will act as a senior technical leader and trusted advisor within a complex, high-demand Fortune 10 client environment. This role requires designing, validating, and guiding the implementation of enterprise-scale network and security solutions across multiple concurrent workstreams.
The role demands a professional who is outspoken, results-driven, and an exceptional communicator, capable of influencing stakeholders, driving technical decisions, and ensuring delivery excellence while maintaining alignment with AHEAD standards and client expectations.
The role demands a professional who is outspoken, results-driven, and an exceptional communicator, capable of influencing stakeholders, driving technical decisions, and ensuring delivery excellence while maintaining alignment with AHEAD standards and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the architecture and design of large-scale network and security solutions, including data center, WAN/LAN, cloud, and hybrid environments.
- Collaborate with and drive teams to assess requirements, define solutions, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards, compliance frameworks, and strategic objectives.
- Delegate and lead small teams of engineers, providing guidance and oversight to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery.
- Oversee multiple workstreams concurrently, managing dependencies, priorities, and risks to maintain solution integrity and on-time delivery.
- Provide technical governance and quality assurance throughout solution lifecycle, from initial design through deployment, validation, and optimization.
- Develop, review, and present architectural documentation, high-level designs (HLDs), and detailed designs (LLDs) to technical and executive audiences.
- Act as a primary escalation point for complex network and security challenges, applying independent judgment to recommend actionable solutions.
- Maintain awareness of industry trends, emerging technologies, and vendor roadmaps (Arista, Cisco, Palo Alto, etc.) to inform strategic decisions.
- Communicate with authority and professionalism in client meetings, architecture reviews, and steering committees to influence direction and build consensus.
- Collaborate with internal AHEAD teams to ensure solution consistency, knowledge sharing, and alignment with delivery methodologies.
- Drive results proactively, anticipating challenges, mitigating risks, and ensuring commitments are met with a focus on client satisfaction and operational excellence.
Requirements:
- WAN/LAN, Network and Cloud expertise including Azure. GCP is a plus
- Ability to architect, design and deliver solutions.
- Consultative experience. Leadership experience.
- Excellent communication skills.
The compensation range indicated in this posting reflects the On-Target Earnings (“OTE”) for this role, which includes a base salary and any applicable target bonus amount. This OTE range may vary based on the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
Why AHEAD:
Through our daily work and internal groups like Moving Women AHEAD and RISE AHEAD, we value and benefit from diversity of people, ideas, experience, and everything in between.
We fuel growth by stacking our office with top-notch technologies in a multi-million-dollar lab, by encouraging cross department training and development, sponsoring certifications and credentials for continued learning.
USA Employment Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid company holidays
- Paid time off
- Paid parental and caregiver leave
Use of AI:
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, assessing responses, or to capture recordings and create transcriptions or summaries during interviews. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.
If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please refer to the Candidate Privacy Notice or contact us at privacy@ahead.com.
You may opt-out of the review or analysis of your application and resume by AI tools by using the General Application. Please include the role you wish to apply for in the Additional Information field. You may also choose to opt-out of recording and transcription at any time, including after joining an interview. Candidates will not be penalized for choosing to opt-out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect role at thinkahead?
The listed salary for this Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect position at thinkahead is USD 180K–220K. This is a remote Full Time role.
Is the Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect job at thinkahead remote?
Yes, this Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect position at thinkahead is remote, with team members based in United States. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect role at thinkahead full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect role in the Network Advisory department at thinkahead.
Which team or department does the Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect at thinkahead belong to?
This Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect position is part of the Network Advisory department at thinkahead. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect position at thinkahead?
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When was the Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect job at thinkahead posted?
This Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect position at thinkahead was posted on Sep 14, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Principal Technical Consultant - Network & Security Solution Architect
thinkahead · 💰 USD 180K–220K
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