Description:

AHEAD builds platforms for digital business by integrating cloud infrastructure, automation, analytics, and software delivery to facilitate digital transformation for enterprises.
The company fosters a culture of belonging, valuing diverse perspectives and voices, and empowering individuals to drive change.
AHEAD is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
The Principal Technical Consultant (PTC) provides expert guidance and support in technical matters to clients, requiring a deep understanding of network and network security technologies.
The PTC is responsible for implementing and managing complex technical solutions, advising on best practices, evaluating new technologies, and mentoring junior staff.
The role involves leading delivery engagements and cross-functional technical teams on customer programs or projects.
The PTC collaborates with PMO leadership in the “Two in the Box” model to ensure successful project outcomes.
Responsibilities include developing high-quality project deliverables such as white papers, plans, strategies, designs, assessments, and business case analyses.
The PTC leads project teams to deploy solutions on platforms like Cisco, Palo Alto, VMWare, AWS, and Azure, and serves as an escalation point for project teams.
The role also includes participating in the pre-sales cycle as a technical expert and providing thought leadership to AHEAD and its customers.

Requirements:

The candidate must maintain a high level of technical excellence and evangelism across multiple relevant solution architecture and product areas.
The PTC should lead the curation and delivery of technical knowledge and presentations at all client levels and customer-related events.
The candidate must be capable of supervising and leading technical teams through the delivery of complex projects, with team members of varying technical levels and backgrounds.
A recognized expert status is required, either through significant career experience in enterprise IT leadership or demonstrated technical/professional services expertise in one or more technology practices.
The candidate should actively participate in technical champion programs and communities and attain relevant certifications as appropriate.

AHEAD offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Employees are eligible for a 401(k) plan.
The company provides paid company holidays and paid time off.
Paid parental and caregiver leave is also included in the benefits.
Additional benefits can be found on the AHEAD benefits website for further details.