Shirin Elkoshairi
Principal Solutions Architect @515 Engine
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WORK HISTORY
Principal Solutions Architect @515 Engine
Vancouver, WA, US
At 515 Engine, I help organizations make better technology sourcing decisions across data center, cloud, connectivity, security, unified communications, and contact center solutions.I advise clients through the evaluation and procurement of critical technology services, helping them define requirements, assess providers, compare commercial options, and move toward the right decision with greater clarity and less risk. My work spans colocation, public and hybrid cloud, network connectivity, security services, UCaaS, CCaaS, and related infrastructure initiatives.Across each engagement, I focus on aligning business needs, technical requirements, vendor capabilities, and contract structure so clients can move faster, reduce internal lift, and make better-informed decisions.
EDUCATION
Washington State University
Bachelor’s Degree, Social Sciences with focus on Economics, Political Science and Marketing
George Mason University
General Ed, Business and Philosophy
SKILLS
ABOUT SHIRIN ELKOSHAIRI
I help organizations evaluate, source, and negotiate the technology services that keep their businesses running.Through 515 Engine, I work with companies that need a clearer path through complex infrastructure and telecom decisions—whether that means colocation and data center space, public or hybrid cloud, network connectivity, security services, unified communications, or contact center platforms.My role is straightforward: help clients cut through vendor noise, define requirements clearly, compare options objectively, and move faster toward the right decision. I focus on aligning business needs, technical requirements, commercial terms, and long-term scalability so clients are not just buying a service—they are making a decision they can live with.I work best with organizations that- are managing growth, change, or cost pressure- need help navigating multiple providers and contract structures- want a more strategic, vendor-agnostic approach to sourcing- value speed, precision, and practical guidanceAreas I commonly support include- Colocation and data center sourcing- Cloud strategy and cloud infrastructure procurement- DIA, WAN, SD-WAN, and network connectivity- Security services and provider evaluation- UCaaS and CCaaS platform selection- Technology cost optimization and contract reviewMy approach is consultative, detail-oriented, and built around client advocacy. The goal is not just to get quotes. The goal is to help clients make better decisions with less internal lift and less commercial risk.
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