Job Description
Security Solutions Architect/Security Solutions EngineerLocation:Oxford (hybrid/client-facing)Type: Full-timePackage: Up to £70,000 + bonus + benefitsThe OpportunityWere working with a well-established UK technology and cybersecurity specialist that is continuing to grow its solutions engineering/pre-salesfunction. This role sits at the intersection of security, consultancy, and sales, supporting customers in understanding risk, designing modern security architectures and selecting the right technologies to protect their environments. Youll work closely with sales and technical teams, acting as a trusted adviser to customers while helping shape high-quality security solutions across a broad portfolio.What Youll Be Doing
* Deliver customer-facing technical pre-sales support for security solutions
* Lead discovery sessions to understand customer requirements, risks, and objectives
* Design and present end-to-end security solutions aligned to business needs
* Run product demonstrations and proofs of concept (POCs)
* Support proposal writing, tenders, and scopes of work
* Evaluate and compare vendor solutions to recommend best-fit architectures
* Build strong relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders
What Were Looking For
* Experience in a technical pre-sales, consultancy, or customer-facing role within an MSP, IT reseller, or technology partner environment
* Strong understanding of cybersecurity and IT infrastructure
* Hands-on exposure to security technologies such as:
o Endpoint, firewall, email, or cloud security solutions
o Vendors like Sophos, Fortinet, Mimecast, Barracuda, Microsoft, or similar
* Confidence delivering presentations, demos, and technical workshops
* Ability to translate technical detail into clear business value
* Strong written skills for proposals and customer documentation
* UK-based, with a full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
Nice to Have
* Vendor certifications (security, networking, Microsoft, cloud)
* Experience responding to formal tenders or large proposals
* Background balancing commercial awareness with technical depth
Whats On Offer
* Competitive salary up to £70,000 + bonus
* Flexible working and hybrid options
* Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
* Structured progression and long-term career development
* Supportive, people-focused culture with strong investment in training
Interested?If you enjoy working client-facing, influencing technical decisions, and helping organisations improve their security posture, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a high-impact solutions role. Apply with your CV or get in touch to discuss in confidence.
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