Security Architect - Network and Data Security (Presales) - Northeast region

Posted about 2 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open: 70 days
Reposted: No
Salary listed: No
Ghost-job risk at GuidePoint Security: high
Hiring momentum: 111 roles opened in the last 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board: 2026-10-22

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About this role

The Security Architect (Presales) will serve as the primary technical resource in the sales cycle for network and data security solutions, collaborating closely with Account Executives. Responsibilities include conducting customer discovery sessions, designing tailored security solutions, delivering product demonstrations, and responding to RFPs. The role requires travel throughout the Northeast region and involves maintaining relationships with customer technical stakeholders while staying updated on security trends.

Our read on this posting2.8out of 5

benefits: 4/5
freshness: 1/5
career value: 4/5
role clarity: 5/5
pay transparency: 0/5

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What you need

10+ years of experience in network and data security engineering, architecture, or a related technical role
Strong working knowledge of network and data security technologies such as Next-Gen Firewalls (NGFW), SD-WAN/SASE, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), IDS/IPS, VPN solutions, network segmentation, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), cloud data security
Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Must reside in the Northeast region and be willing to travel regionally (30–50%)
Self-motivated and comfortable working in a remote setup
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

Nice to have

Prior presales, sales engineering, or solutions engineering experience
Experience working at a Value-Added Reseller (VAR)
Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCNP Security, PCNSE, NSE
Experience responding to formal RFP/RFI processes
Familiarity with cloud security concepts and hybrid network architectures

What you get

Remote workforce primarily
Group Medical Insurance options with significant employer contributions
Group Dental Insurance with employer coverage
12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
Mobile phone and home internet allowance
Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months

Worth weighing

No salary listed
Role requires significant travel within the Northeast region
Emphasis on self-motivation and remote work setup may not suit everyone

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