Pre-Sales Manager – Application & Data Security (Mandarin Speaker)

Oxydata Software Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LinkAxia Networks in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, is seeking an experienced Pre-Sales Manager – Application & Data Security (Mandarin speaker) to bridge sales, customers, and delivery partners. You will design technical proposals, BOMs, and high-level designs, and lead PoCs and RFx responses for security opportunities.

The role requires 7+ years in IT pre-sales, a bachelor’s in CS/IT/cybersecurity, Mandarin proficiency, and the ability to align solutions with budgets and licensing models.

Qualifications

• Must have 7+ years’ IT pre-sales experience.
• Experience designing BOMs and High-Level Designs for security solutions.
• Proven ability to respond to RFx (RFP/RFI) for security deals.
• Ability to align technical solutions with budgets, ROI, and licensing.
• Independent, proactive in owning pre-sales cycles.
• Strong communication with Mandarin-speaking customers and partners.

Responsibilities

• Design technical proposals, BOMs, and HLDs for security solutions.
• Conduct PoCs and respond to RFx for security opportunities.
• Align solutions with budgets, ROI, and vendor licenses.
• Maintain product knowledge and stay current with roadmaps.
• Lead training sessions for resellers and internal teams.
• Collaborate with sales, delivery, and partner teams.

Skills

Mandarin proficiency

Pre-sales experience

RFx responses

BOM/HLD design

Training resellers

Team collaboration

Independent ownership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related

Job description

Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Work Mode: Onsite

Employment type: Permanent

LinkAxia Networks is a leading value-added technology distributor (VAD) specializing in networking and cybersecurity solutions across Southeast Asia. Founded in 2000 in Malaysia, our regional footprint now includes dedicated teams and offices in Brunei, Thailand, and Vietnam; empowering businesses and governments with secure, scalable digital infrastructure.

We offer end-to-end services from solution design, proof-of-concept (POC), pilot testing, deployment, and post-sales support - driven by a qualified team of technical experts. Our trusted vendor portfolio from leading brands covers secure access, identity and data protection, network monitoring, firewalls, tokenization, and more.

As a partner-first distributor, we focus on shared success, enabling partners to deliver high-performance IT solutions to their customers with confidence. We are small enough to care, big enough to deliver.

LinkAxia Networks is proudly certified by Malaysia’s National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA) as a Licensed Cyber Security Provider in both Managed Security Operations Centre (MSOC) Monitoring and Penetration Testing Services.

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Sales Manager – Application & Data Security (Mandarin Speaker) to serve as the technical bridge between sales teams, customers, and delivery partners, ensuring proposed solutions meet client needs and leverage the latest in security technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design technical proposals, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and High-Level Designs (HLDs) for IT security solutions.
• Conduct product demonstrations, Proofs of Concept (PoCs), and respond to RFx (RFP/RFI) for security-related opportunities.
• Align technical solutions with customer budgets, ROI expectations, and vendor licensing models.
• Acquire and maintain in-depth knowledge of assigned product portfolios, staying current with product roadmaps and industry trends.
• Independently manage and own pre-sales cycles with minimal supervision.
• Conduct training sessions for resellers, partners, and internal teams on product offerings.
• Collaborate effectively as a team player with sales, delivery, and partner teams.
• Demonstrate a quick learning aptitude to master new products and solutions rapidly.
• Show high motivation and drive to exceed targets and continually grow expertise.

Requirements

Must-have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Mandarin/Chinese-speaking proficiency, with the ability to communicate effectively with Mandarin/Chinese-speaking customers, partners, and principals in a professional business and technical environment.
• 7+ years’ experience in IT pre-sales.
• Experience designing technical proposals, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and High-Level Designs (HLDs) for IT security solutions.
• Experience conducting product demonstrations, Proofs of Concept (PoCs), and RFx (RFP/RFI) responses for security deals.
• Ability to align technical solutions with customer budgets, ROI, and vendor licensing models.
• Ability to acquire in-depth knowledge of assigned product portfolio and stay updated on product roadmaps and industry trends.
• Independent and proactive in owning pre-sales cycles with minimal supervision.
• Ability to conduct training sessions for resellers, partners, and internal teams on product offerings.
• Team player who works seamlessly with sales, delivery, and partners.
• Quick learner with aptitude to rapidly master new products and solutions.
• Highly motivated and driven to exceed targets and grow expertise.

Nice-to-have

• Experience with application and data security products such as Symantec, McAfee, Trend Micro, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with cloud security solutions (e.g., AWS Security, Azure Security Center, or equivalent).
• Experience supporting channel partners or resellers in a distribution environment.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

Why Join Us

• Join a dynamic team at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, where your expertise will directly impact client success and business growth.
• Opportunities to work with leading security technologies, develop your professional skills, and collaborate with industry experts in a supportive environment.