Solutions Architect – SOC/MDR Security (Pre-Sales Engineering)

Driven Technologies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Generous Paid Time Off Policy

Life and Disability Insurance

Company Paid Holidays

Job summary

Driven Technologies is seeking a Solution Architect – Security in New York, NY. This pivotal pre-sales role involves designing security solutions and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience and strong knowledge of security architectures.

Offering a competitive salary of $180,000 – $200,000 and a supportive team environment with generous benefits, this role is key in shaping the cybersecurity landscape.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in network security and solution architecture.
• In-depth knowledge of security protocols and technologies.
• Relevant certifications such as PCNSE, CISSP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate security architectures using Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.
• Lead technical presentations and product demonstrations to clients.
• Collaborate with sales teams to understand client needs.

Skills

Security architecture

SIEM experience

Cisco and Palo Alto products

XDR and SOAR products

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cisco ASA and Firepower

Palo Alto Firewalls

Job description

Location

Southeast US preferred

Role Overview

As a Solution Architect – Security at Driven, you will play a pivotal role in the pre‑sales process, focusing on designing and proposing our cutting‑edge MDR (Manage Detect and Respond) platform. This role demands a deep understanding of security architectures, advanced security skills, and a strong pre‑sales engineering background. SIEM, XDR, and SOAR experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Expertise and Solution Design

• Develop and articulate comprehensive security architectures using Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.
• Lead technical presentations and product demonstrations to clients, showcasing the value of our security solutions.
• Design and propose tailored security solutions that meet clients’ business and technical requirements.

Client Engagement

• Collaborate with sales teams to understand client needs and craft appropriate security solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic guidance on security best practices and emerging threats.
• Present and discuss Driven’s managed SOC and NOC offerings with customers.

Technical Leadership

• Stay abreast of the latest industry trends, security threats, and technologies.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and pre‑sales team members.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in network security and solution architecture, with a focus on Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.
• Experience in selling and working with XDR, SOAR, and SIEM products.

Technical Skills

• In-depth knowledge of security protocols and technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security.
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco security products (e.g., ASA, Firepower, ISE) and Palo Alto firewalls (e.g., PAN‑OS, Prisma Access).
• Proficiency in network design and architecture, including LAN/WAN, SDN, and cloud security.
• SIEM experience is required.

Certifications

• Relevant certifications such as PCNSE, CISSP, or AWS/Azure security certifications are a plus.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

We Offer

Competitive Salary commensurate with experience: Salary range $180,000 – $200,000

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment that values innovation and continuous learning.
• Access to cutting‑edge technologies and projects that shape the future of cybersecurity.
• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• Additional Company Paid Holidays in addition to PTO
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance

If you are a passionate and experienced security professional looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic pre‑sales role, we invite you to apply and join our team at Driven.

Driven is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity in our workplace, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, ethnicity, veteran status, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances.