Presales Security Architect

The Missing Link; North Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Certification support

Mentoring and career development

Infosys backing

Job summary

The Missing Link is seeking a Presales Security Architect to drive secure, scalable architectures for clients while shaping deals and engaging at executive levels. You will partner with Sales to craft winning technical strategies, design architectures aligned to security best practices, and lead workshops and proofs-of-concept across a market-leading security portfolio.

In this role you will own the pre-sales lifecycle, communicate complex concepts clearly to technical and executive audiences,

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven experience in cybersecurity pre-sales, solution architecture, or consulting.
• Strong knowledge of networking, security, and Zero Trust architecture.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) and modern infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales to shape opportunities and define winning technical strategies.
• Design cyber security architectures aligned to customer requirements and security best practices.
• Lead workshops, solution design sessions, demos, and proof-of-concepts.
• Own the technical pre-sales lifecycle from discovery through validation and deal support.
• Act as a subject matter expert across cyber security vendor services including Zero Trust, WAF, and DDoS protection.
• Build relationships with CIOs, CISOs, architects, and engineering teams.
• Contribute to development of repeatable service offerings and go-to-market solutions.

Skills

Cybersecurity pre-sales

Solution architecture

Networking & Zero Trust

Cloud platforms

Executive communication

Stakeholder engagement

Security certifications

Job description

Are you a customer-focused security expert who thrives on solving complex challenges and shaping modern architecture? We're looking for a Presales Security Architect to play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge solutions provided by our cyber security vendor and driving meaningful outcomes for our clients.

At The Missing Link, we don't just keep up with the pace of technology - we set it. With 28+ years of innovation, a team of 200+ specialists, and the backing of global powerhouse Infosys, we've become one of Australia's most awarded IT providers.

We help businesses move faster with cutting-edge Cyber Security, IT & Cloud, and AI & Automation solutions. And we are growing fast.

In this role, you will be at the forefront of client engagement, translating business challenges into secure, scalable architectures while helping organisations modernise their security and networking landscape. You will act as a trusted advisor, influencing strategy, shaping deals, and bringing innovative solutions to life.

What you will be doing

• Partner closely with Sales to shape and qualify opportunities and define winning technical strategies
• Design cyber security vendor architectures aligned to customer requirements and security best practice
• Lead workshops, solution design sessions, demos, and proof-of-concepts
• Own the technical pre-sales lifecycle, from discovery through to validation and deal support
• Act as a subject matter expert across our cyber security vendor services including Zero Trust, WAF, and DDoS protection
• Build strong relationships with CIOs, CISOs, architects, and engineering teams
• Contribute to the development of repeatable service offerings and go-to-market solutions

Requirements

What you bring

• 5+ years proven experience in cybersecurity pre-sales, solution architecture, or consulting
• Strong knowledge of networking, security, and Zero Trust architecture
• Deep expertise (or strong exposure) to modern edge security platforms
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) and modern infrastructure
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to both technical and executive audiences
• A consultative mindset with strong problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills
• Certifications in cloud, networking, or security (e.g. AWS, CISSP, CCNP) are highly regarded.

What's in it for you

• Work with a market-leading cybersecurity team and strategic cyber security vendor partnership
• Exposure to complex, high-impact client environments across industries
• Opportunity to shape innovative service offerings and solutions
• Continuous learning and certification support

If you are passionate about security, architecture, and helping customers succeed, we would love to hear from you.

We are serious about culture and it's not just lip service. Here's what you can expect:

• Support to grow - structured onboarding, mentoring, and career development
• Flexibility - hybrid working and the tools to do your best work anywhere
• A respected name - we've got the creds, the awards, and the backing of Infosys
• A place where you are seen - we celebrate wins, recognise effort and value diverse perspectives
• Events, training, team days - because connection fuels success