Principal Consultant (Network & Security)

Trust Recruit; Selangor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Principal Consultant to drive solution architecture and technical leadership across Enterprise Networking and Cybersecurity. In this pre-sales role, you’ll translate complex requirements into robust architecture proposals and lead solution demonstrations for clients.

You will design end-to-end network and security solutions, author technical proposals, and manage POCs while engaging C-level and technical stakeholders with compelling presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field.
• 3 to 5+ years of proven success in technical pre-sales, solution architecture or senior systems engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and security platforms.
• Certifications such as Cisco, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or AWS are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead solution architecture and pre-sales leadership for enterprise networking and cybersecurity.
• Develop technical proposals, BOMs, SOWs, and architecture diagrams.
• Deliver high-impact technical presentations and solution workshops to stakeholders.
• Oversee hands-on POC management and pilot implementations.
• Provide expert guidance on industry best practices and emerging cybersecurity trends.

Skills

English communication

Bahasa Malaysia communication

Mandarin proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Networking

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Principal Consultant (Network & Security)

We are seeking an experienced Principal Consultant to drive solution architecture and technical leadership across Enterprise Networking and Cybersecurity domains. In this key pre-sales role, you will act as a trusted advisor to clients translating complex business and technical requirements into robust, high-availability architecture proposals. You will bridge the gap between technical execution and strategic business goals, leading solution demonstrations, technical workshops, and high-value client engagements.

Job Descriptions

Solution Architecture & Pre-Sales Leadership: Partner with sales teams to qualify opportunities and lead the design of end-to-end network and security solutions, including campus networks, enterprise Wi-Fi, firewalls, VPNs, and advanced threat detection frameworks.

Technical Proposal & Design: Author comprehensive technical proposals, precise Bills of Materials (BOM), Scope of Work (SOW) documentation, and architecture diagrams using tools such as Visio or Lucidchart.

Client Engagement & Presentations: Deliver high-impact technical presentations, solution workshops, and tailored demonstrations to C-level executives and key technical stakeholders.

Proof of Concept (POC) Management: Oversee and execute hands-on POCs and pilot implementations, successfully validating solution capabilities against client requirements.

Relationship & Market Advisory: Serve as the primary technical point of contact throughout the sales cycle, providing expert guidance on industry best practices, competitive landscapes, and emerging cybersecurity trends.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related technical field.

Experience: 3 to 5+ years of proven success in a technical pre-sales, solution architect, or senior systems engineering role, with a focus on enterprise networking and cybersecurity.

Communication & Languages: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia; professional fluency in Mandarin is a strong advantage for regional client engagements.

Technical Mastery: Deep understanding of networking fundamentals (LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, routing, switching) and security platforms (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, DDoS mitigation).

Certifications (Highly Advantageous): Professional or expert certifications such as Cisco (CCNA/CCNP), CISSP, CompTIA Security+, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet NSE or AWS.