Senior Solutions Architect - Cybersecurity

Rilian; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Rilian seeks a Pre-Sales Solutions Architect to be the technical advisor and design tailored cybersecurity solutions for prospective clients in Abu Dhabi. You will collaborate with the sales team and engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure proposed solutions align with client objectives and industry standards.

As a Pre-Sales Architect, you will lead technical presentations, create proposals, and coordinate with engineering, product, and post-sales teams for smooth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, CS, or related field.
• 10+ years in pre-sales or solutions architect roles in cybersecurity.
• Strong knowledge of cyber frameworks, tools and tech (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proven track record designing security solutions for mid-market/enterprise.
• Ability to manage multiple projects to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales to design customized cybersecurity solutions.
• Deliver technical presentations and demos translating technical concepts to business value.
• Provide technical guidance during pre-sales, ensuring alignment.
• Create detailed technical proposals and design documents.
• Lead discovery to identify challenges and advise solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with cybersecurity trends to develop innovative solutions.
• Work with engineering, product, and post-sales for smooth transitions.
• Act as SME supporting account teams in engagements and RFPs.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Client-focused

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Encryption

Identity management

SIEM

Job description

About Us:

At Rilian, we specialize in providing state-of-the-art cybersecurity solutions to help businesses protect their digital assets from the ever-evolving threat landscape. Our solutions are designed to address complex cybersecurity challenges, and we work closely with our clients to ensure they are secure, compliant, and resilient. As part of our growth, we are looking for a skilled Pre-Sales Solutions Architect who will play a critical role in helping our sales teams deliver the best possible solutions to our clients.

Job Overview:

As a Pre-Sales Solution Architect, you will act as a key technical advisor and solution designer for prospective clients. Your deep understanding of cybersecurity technologies, combined with your ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, will enable you to craft and present tailored solutions that address customer needs. Working closely with the sales team, you will participate in client meetings, presentations, and demonstrations to ensure that the proposed solutions align with client objectives and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the sales team to understand client requirements and design customized cybersecurity solutions.
• Conduct technical presentations and product demonstrations to prospective clients, translating complex technical concepts into clear business value.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership during the pre-sales process, ensuring alignment between client needs and proposed solutions.
• Create detailed technical proposals and design documents, highlighting how Rilian's solutions will meet customer requirements.
• Lead the discovery process to identify technical and business challenges, providing expert advice on how our solutions can address those challenges.
• Stay up-to-date with cybersecurity technologies, tools, and industry trends, leveraging this knowledge to develop innovative solutions.
• Work closely with internal teams (engineering, product, and post-sales) to ensure smooth transitions from pre-sales to delivery.
• Act as a subject matter expert on Rilian's cybersecurity offerings, supporting account teams in client engagements and RFP responses.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in a pre-sales or solutions architect role, ideally within the cybersecurity space.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, tools, and technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption, identity management, SIEM).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of designing and architecting successful security solutions for mid-market and enterprise clients.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, client-focused attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

Preferred:

• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CEH).
• Experience working with cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of compliance standards such as GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work with a passionate and forward-thinking team in a growing industry.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Be at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, helping clients protect their most valuable assets.
• If you’re a technical expert who enjoys working at the intersection of business and cybersecurity, we’d love to hear from you!