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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Consulting Engineer Physical Security - **Company:** CDW - **Location:** Azusa, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $52,000.0 - $95,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networks, Data Centers, NetApp Applications, Network Architecture, Systems Integration, Wide Area Networks, Load Balancing, High Performance Computing, HybridCloud, Information Technology - **Published:** October 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/solution-specialist-networking/11738141?handler=ApplyRedirect ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience, OR 3+ years of technical solutions sales and/or hands-on networking experience * Demonstrated success engaging with and supporting sales teams * Ability to execute against territory goals and performance metrics * Adaptability to changing business needs, practice priorities, and team coverage models * Ability to present networking solutions and deliver technical recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences * Ability to think creatively and develop proactive ideas that drive sales growth * Strong passion for learning and teaching others * Strong problem-solving skills * Self-motivated and able to work independently * Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences * Proven success and experience selling networking solutions and services, is a plus * Technical accreditations and/or certifications with several of the following: CCNA, CCNP, Network+, PCNSE, or equivalent networking certifications, is a plus Pay range: $52,000 - $95,300 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 25% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/ Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials * CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization * We're looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner's mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances- not replaces- human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that's curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what's possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice. ## Description The Networking Solutions Specialist acts as the technical point of contact for networking solutions and serves as an intermediary to route opportunities to the appropriate resources. This role aligns closely with sales teams to support solution growth objectives. The Networking Solutions Specialist brings advanced technical expertise within their core networking discipline and maintains intermediate knowledge across adjacent technology areas. This individual builds and sustains strategic relationships with Sellers, Solution Architects, and Solutions Specialists from other practice areas and is regarded as a trusted partner in driving business growth. What You Will Do * Maintains advanced knowledge of networking solutions to discover, qualify, recommend, and compare products and services * Explains the features, benefits, and technical specifications of primary, secondary, emerging, complementary, and advanced networking technologies * Maintains intermediate-level knowledge of adjacent technologies, including security, data center, cloud connectivity, wireless, SD-WAN, load balancing, and related disciplines * Engages with customers and prospects to uncover business needs, discuss solutions at a conceptual level, and recommend relevant networking solutions * Uncovers additional related solutions through discovery beyond the original networking scope * Participates in CDW customer events, delivering business-focused networking presentations through virtual platforms * Contributes to the sales team's knowledge base and shares information with Solution Specialists and Sales * Provides Sales with best practices and guidance on identifying and communicating networking solutions and services opportunities * Counsels Sales on foundational networking concepts and the competitive landscape * Collaborates regularly with Integrated Technology Solutions (ITS) coworkers to align on go-to-market strategies * Attends required partner and specialist training, along with independent learning, labs, and certification work * Maintains strategic relationships with CDW's networking partners * Attains role-level certifications within primary and adjacent networking disciplines * Explains, at a high level, how networking technologies are installed and implemented * Determines whether to triage or directly support opportunities presented to the networking specialist based on complexity and scope * Handles prioritization of multiple responsibilities and concurrent opportunities, Designs, implements, configures, tests, supports, and troubleshoots physical security systems including video surveillance, access control, sensors, and integrations. Consults with clients, leads design workshops, develops network architectures, executes test plans, supports sales, manages project expectations, and serves as a technical customer contact. Requires hands-on security systems engineering, network infrastructure experience, client communication, travel, and occasional off-hours work. Top Skills: Access Control SystemsAxisEnvironmental SensorsGenetecIot DevicesLanMeraki MvMilestoneNetwork SecurityVerkadaVideo Surveillance SystemsWan CDW, Designs, implements, configures, tests, supports, and troubleshoots enterprise physical security systems, including video surveillance, access control, sensors, and integrations. Consults with clients, develops network and system architectures, leads design workshops, creates test plans and documentation, supports sales activities, and serves as a technical customer contact. Requires hands-on security systems engineering, network infrastructure experience, client communication skills, and travel of 25%-50%. Top Skills: Access Control SystemsAxisEnvironmental SensorsGenetecIot DevicesLanMeraki MvMilestoneNetwork SecurityVerkadaVideo Surveillance SystemsWan CDW