We are seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Architect to join our Cybersecurity team in a high-impact presales role. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to our customers, translating business requirements into best-fit network architectures and designs.
You will work closely with account teams to scope, design, and present solutions across our cyber security line of business, with a primary focus on Cisco, Rapid7, Fortinet, Cloudflare and experience in frameworks such as Zero Trust, SASE, NIST, and CIS Controls.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a customer-facing environment, can work independently, and has the technical depth to confidently lead solution discussions across enterprise networking and security portfolios.
Responsibilities:
Presales Solutioning
- Collaborate with account managers to qualify opportunities and define customer requirements.
- Design end-to-end Cybersecurity across identity, endpoint, network, cloud security, and secure access.
- Create and present solution proposals, diagrams, and BOMs that align with customer needs and budgets.
- Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and workshops for customers and prospects.
- Position the value of investment in software and services suites (Enterprise Agreements) including Cisco Networking and Security, to support Customer flexibility and growth.
Vendor Expertise
- Maintain deep technical knowledge of Cisco Security
- Maintain working knowledge of Rapid7 and Cloudflare
Collaboration Across Practices
- Support cross-practice opportunities, including cybersecurity solution alignment (ASE, endpoint security).
Independence & Ownership
- Manage presales activities autonomously, setting your own priorities in alignment with business goals.
- Develop repeatable solution templates and presales assets to improve team efficiency.
- Participate in strategic account planning with sales leadership.
Required:
- 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity solution design and architecture.
- Proven presales or customer-facing engineering experience at a Cisco partner, VAR, or similar environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent opportunities.
- Strong presentation skills, both technical and business-focused.
Preferred:
- Cybersecurity experience (e.g., Zero Trust, NAC, SASE) a plus.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Cisco certifications (CCNP, CCIE) or equivalent.