Solutions Architect – Business Development & Technical Writing Support Job at Vi

Overview

At Vision IT , we put people first-our employees, their families, and our customers. We are currently seeking a Solutions Architect – Business Development & Technical Writing Support to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing innovative technical solutions, creating compelling proposal content, and ensuring that customer requirements are met with compliant, cost-effective, and winning offerings.

This is a strategic position that blends deep technical expertise with exceptional communication skills, enabling you to translate complex concepts into clear, persuasive narratives that help secure new business. You will work closely with sales, capture management, engineering, and subject matter experts to architect solutions, develop documentation, and respond to RFPs, RFIs, and other solicitations.

(This position can be fully remote)

Key Responsibilities

Solution Design & Architecture

Analyze customer requirements, objectives, and constraints in collaboration with capture and proposal teams.

Architect end-to-end technical solutions that align with customer needs and company capabilities.

Develop high-level and detailed solution designs, diagrams, and architectures for proposals and presentations.

Ensure solutions are technically sound, scalable, secure, and cost-effective.

Technical Writing & Proposal Development

Create and edit technical sections of proposals, including system descriptions, architectures, and implementation plans.

Translate complex technical concepts into concise, compelling content for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Ensure all deliverables meet solicitation requirements, government standards, and corporate style guidelines.

Partner with SMEs to refine solution details and enhance proposal narratives.

Business Development Support

Participate in pre-sales activities, client meetings, solution workshops, and oral presentations.

Support win strategies by identifying technical discriminators and competitive advantages.

Contribute to RFI responses, white papers, and capability statements.

Collaboration & Knowledge Management

Maintain a repository of technical solution templates, past performance examples, and reusable content.

Mentor junior technical staff on solution design and technical writing best practices.

Collaborate across engineering, operations, and project management to validate solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).

5+ years in IT solution design, systems engineering, or architecture roles.

Proven experience writing technical proposals for government or commercial clients.

Strong knowledge of enterprise IT systems, cloud architectures, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex solutions clearly.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, and proposal management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting Federal Government proposals (DoD, DHS, or Civilian agencies).

Familiarity with proposal methodologies such as Shipley or APMP best practices.

Relevant certifications (AWS / Azure Solutions Architect, TOGAF, CISSP, PMP).

Experience with Agile / DevSecOps methodologies.

Key Skills

IT Solution Architecture & Systems Design

Technical Proposal Writing & Editing

Cloud & Cybersecurity Knowledge

Pre-Sales & Client Engagement

Microsoft Office & Visio Proficiency

Federal Proposal Compliance & Best Practices

Technical Communication for Mixed Audiences

Collaborative Solution Development

Why Join Vision IT

At Vision IT, we prioritize the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees with a comprehensive benefits package, including :

401(k) Plan with company matching contributions

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Insurance – multiple plan options

Paid Time Off (PTO) for work-life balance

Disability Insurance – short-term and long-term coverage

Life & AD&D Insurance

Supplemental benefits for critical illness, accident, and hospital stays

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Vision IT is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We prohibit workplace harassment based on any protected characteristic, and any violations may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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