Presales Security Architect

The Missing Link · North Sydney Area, North Shore · Full time · Hybrid

At a glance

Presales Security Architect at The Missing Link, working with AWS, Azure and Google Cloud.

Location: North Sydney Area, North Shore
Work mode: Hybrid
Job type: Full-time
Seniority: Lead
Technologies: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud

Key requirements

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

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About this role

The Missing Link seeks a Presales Security Architect to partner with sales, design secure architectures, and lead demos and workshops for a cyber‑security vendor. The role targets experienced security professionals who can translate business challenges into Zero Trust, WAF, and DDoS solutions for enterprise clients.

Key details

Location: North Sydney Area, North Shore
Work mode: Hybrid
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Level: Mid-level

What you'll do

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

What you'll need

Must have

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

Nice to have

Certifications in cloud, networking, or security (e.g. AWS, CISSP, CCNP) are highly regarded

Tech stack

Zero Trust, WAF, DDoS protection, AWS, Azure, GCP

What's on offer

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

How to stand out for this role

Likely interview topics

Designing a Zero Trust architecture for a large enterprise
Leading a proof‑of‑concept demo for a cloud‑based security solution
Communicating security concepts to C‑level executives

Keywords to mirror in your CV

solution architecture, Zero Trust, WAF, DDoS protection, AWS, Azure, GCP, consultative mindset, stakeholder engagement

What to show

Demo of a Zero Trust architecture built on AWS with WAF and DDoS protection
Workshop slides and proof‑of‑concept walkthrough for a modern edge security platform
Case study of a client engagement where you shaped a security strategy and secured a deal

How to apply

Use the "Apply on company website" button to continue to The Missing Link's careers page and submit your application there.