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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Proposal Solutions Architect - **Company:** By Light Professional IT Services - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Wavelength-Division Multiplexing, Data Transport Utility, DevOps, Ethernet, Multi-protocol Systems, Network Architecture, Network Functions Virtualization, Salesforce.Com, Software Engineering, Software Systems, IT Architecture, Information Technology - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88081771/1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or other technical field desired w/ a minimum 5 years of work experience as a technical lead or in a role related to solutions / enterprise architect capacity; mobility and wireline networks, large scale enterprise systems integration, IT Strategy and Management, IT Transformations, and/or Cloud Architecture. * 5 years supporting Enterprise customers or Carrier Companies serving Enterprise companies * Candidate must have a strong understanding of telecom andIT infrastructure business. * Extensive technical knowledge of managing and manipulating telemetry for cybersecurity solutions and/or IT/Software solutions related to performance, behavior, and user experience. Recent experience in the past 2-3 years is preferred. * Working technical knowledge or work experience in data transport services, technologies - IP, MPLS, Ethernet, OTN, DWDM and SDWAN * Working technical knowledge of basic and advanced networking appliances and concepts. * Working knowledge of new and emerging technologies such as autonomous networking, SDN, NFV, Cloud, DevOps, SecDevOps and Managed Security Services. * Proficient in Microsoft Office products (ex. Excel and word) and Salesforce.com * Flexibility and ability to work in dynamic and ambiguous environments. * High proficiency in Technical Writing including proposal writing * Excellent communication, effective leadership and interpersonal skills Preferred Experience/Qualifications * Strong interpersonal skills, Strong communicator, Strong presentation skills, knowledge of 'Solutions Selling' basics. * Current technical certifications aligned to telecommunications, cybersecurity, networking, software development and/or information technology. Special Requirements/Security Clearance * Active SECRET Security or higher Clearance is required. ## Description The Proposal Solution Architect for Global Solutions will serve as the technical lead and SME, with responsibilities including services, solution architecture, and design engineering functions, as well as leading RFP (Request for Proposal) technical responses. The candidate will serve as a Solution Architect responsible for shaping the client's vision and strategy, and for developing highly advanced, leadingedge technology concepts spanning networking, mobility, SDN, cloud, cybersecurity, and software applications and platforms for automation, analytics, and/or AI to deliver the necessary solutions and services to our customers. Responsibilities Responsible for leading technical responses to customer RFP's (Requests for Proposals) and developing innovative solutions while collaborating across business units. * Responsible for the end-to-end telecommunications and information technology architecture of total enterprise-wide system solutions and services to include: elements of customer requirements gathering, translation of business needs into technical system solutions, architectural design, testing, implementation, documentation and supportability. * Develops customer technology solutions using best engineering practices utilizing various industry products and technologies. * Coordinates or leads the transition or transformation from existing, to new network and/or telecommunications design solutions. * Provides technical direction and engineering expertise for network and telecommunications systems infrastructure activities, including planning, designing, and implementing communications and network infrastructure requirements * Develop work breakdown structure and level of effort for opportunity capture ## Related Videos - [Selling Your Technical Vision | For Leaders and the Engineers Who Want to Become Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2058-selling-your-technical-vision-for-leaders-and-the-engineers-who-want-to-become-them) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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