About the company:
Our Client is a leading provider of advanced security and networking solutions, serving clients across various industries in Malaysia and the region. With a strong commitment to innovation, the company delivers cutting-edge products and services that protect organizations from evolving cyber threats and optimize network performance. Our team of experts collaborates closely with clients to design, implement, and support robust security and networking infrastructures, ensuring business continuity and compliance with industry standards.

Job responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the presales process for security and networking solutions, including requirement gathering, solution design, and proposal development.
- Engage with clients to understand their business needs, technical requirements, and pain points, providing expert advice and tailored solutions.
- Prepare and deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and proof-of-concept sessions to prospective customers.
- Collaborate with sales, technical, and product teams to develop winning strategies and ensure alignment with customer expectations.
- Respond to RFPs, RFIs, and tenders by creating comprehensive technical documentation and solution architectures.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor offerings in cybersecurity and networking.
- Support post-sales transition by providing technical guidance and ensuring smooth handover to implementation teams.
- Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and vendors.
- Conduct market research and contribute to product development and enhancement initiatives.
- Train and mentor junior presales staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

Job requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of presales experience in security and networking solutions, preferably within the IT or cybersecurity industry.
- Strong technical expertise in cybersecurity technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, SIEM, etc.) and networking (routing, switching, VPN, SD-WAN, etc.).
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proven track record of developing and delivering successful proposals and technical solutions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNP, CISSP, CEH, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco, etc.) are highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Fluent in English; proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia is an advantage.
- Willingness to work onsite in Petaling Jaya and travel as required for client meetings.