Security Practice Lead — Trusted Cybersecurity Advisor

Presidio; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Presidio is seeking a Security Practice Lead to drive cybersecurity services and security platforms revenue within the National Practice. The role requires SME-level guidance across consulting, MDR, and integration services, working with sales and engineering teams regionally.

Expect 20-25% travel. The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years in IT security or MSS, strong knowledge of security technologies, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant work or military experience.
• Experience in IT security and/or Managed Security Services (5–10+ years).
• Strategic guidance experience in cyber security programs and projects.
• Technical knowledge of security technologies across domains (network, data, cloud, AI security).
• Familiarity with GRC and Offensive Security services (pre-sales context).
• Pre-sales and security consulting experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients as trusted advisor to understand security challenges and how Presidio solutions address them.
• Provide pre-sales support with sales teams to ensure solution fit for customers.
• Present Presidio security value proposition to clients, including C-suite, on technical and business levels.
• Communicate capabilities of Presidio security services to stakeholders.
• Monitor industry advancements and alliances to leverage new capabilities.

Skills

IT security

Pre-sales support

Strategic guidance

GRC familiarity

Security tech know-how

CISO communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in technology or sales

Professional security qualifications (CISSP/CISM/CRISC/CISA/GIAC)

Job description

Presidio is seeking a Security Practice Lead to drive cybersecurity services and security platforms revenue within the National Practice. The role requires SME-level guidance across consulting, MDR, and integration services, working with sales and engineering teams regionally.

Expect 20-25% travel. The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years in IT security or MSS, strong knowledge of security technologies, and relevant certifications.