Security Solutions Architect Reading (Hybrid Working) £50,000–£70,000 Performance Bonus The Opportunity: Security Solutions Architect Aztrum Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and fast-growing UK technology services provider to appoint a Security Solutions Architect. This privately owned organisation has built an outstanding reputation across cybersecurity, cloud, and managed services. With consistent year-on-year growth, long-standing partnerships with leading security vendors, and a people-first culture, they are recognised for both technical excellence and an exceptional working environment. This opportunity is perfect for a security-focused technical professional who thrives in a customer-facing, pre-sales environment and enjoys designing modern, value-led cybersecurity solutions within an MSP or IT reseller setting. The Role: Security Solutions Architect As a Security Solutions Architect, you will join an established Solutions Engineering team and play a key role in delivering expert pre-sales support across the security portfolio. You’ll work closely with sales teams and customers, helping organisations understand their security risks and challenges while translating complex technical concepts into clear, commercially aligned solutions. This is a highly customer-facing role, involving engagement with both prospective and existing clients. You will represent the business in meetings, workshops, demonstrations, and webinars — positioning the organisation as a trusted cybersecurity adviser. Key Responsibilities: Security Solutions Architect Deliver high-quality technical pre-sales services (chargeable and non-chargeable) Act as a trusted technical adviser throughout the sales cycle Support opportunity qualification, discovery sessions, and customer meetings Design tailored security solutions aligned to client requirements Create compelling proposals, scopes of work, and tender responses Deliver engaging product presentations, demonstrations, and Proofs of Concept (POCs) Assess and compare security technologies to recommend best-fit solutions Support webinars, events, and customer workshopsSkills & Experience: Security Solutions Architect Essential Experience in technical consultancy, pre-sales, or customer-facing delivery within an MSP or IT reseller environment Strong background in IT infrastructure and security technologies Ability to produce high-quality, customer-facing documentation Strong commercial awareness and ability to articulate business value Confident presenter with excellent communication skills Strong organisational and time management skills Comfortable engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders UK-based with flexibility to travel as required Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UKDesirable Certifications or hands-on experience with vendors such as Sophos, Fortinet, N-Able, Mimecast, Barracuda, Microsoft, or similar Experience delivering webinars, workshops, or customer-facing events Strong understanding of modern cybersecurity principles and best practices Experience contributing to thought leadership or security-focused contentWhat’s On Offer: Security Solutions Architect Competitive salary with performance-related bonus 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service) Flexible and hybrid working Private medical insurance Healthcare cash plan Discounted gym membership Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes Paid charity day Free onsite parkingInterested? Apply or contact Kylie on (url removed)