MSP Security Presales Architect

About the Role

Proofpoint 365 Total Protection enables managed service providers to deliver security at scale through a unified, AI-powered platform built specifically for Microsoft 365 environments. It brings together email security, advanced threat protection, backup and recovery, compliance, DMARC management, and security awareness into a single control panel with a streamlined licensing model.

Location: Draper, Utah (Full-Time, Permanent)

• Serve as the technical lead throughout the pre‑sales cycle, from discovery to close.
• Partner with Account Managers to develop and execute targeted partner penetration strategies.
• Conduct technical discovery to understand partner business models, operational challenges, and security goals.
• Design and position scalable solutions using Proofpoint 365 Total Protection.
• Deliver compelling, customized product demonstrations tailored to MSP and customer use cases.
• Ensure a successful onboarding process of our services for our partners.
• Provide architecture guidance across email security, advanced threat detection, backup, DMARC, security awareness, and related services.
• Articulate competitive differentiation and platform advantages.
• Help partners consolidate vendors and reduce operational complexity through a unified security platform.
• Translate technical capabilities into operational efficiency, revenue expansion, and improved security posture.
• Support onboarding conversations and assist with technical enablement when needed.
• Provide structured feedback to Product Management, Marketing, and Engineering teams.
• Share partner insights and real‑world use cases to influence roadmap and positioning.
• Occasionally support industry events, webinars, and partner training sessions.

• 3+ years of hands‑on technical experience in a Sales Engineer, Systems Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Security Engineer, or senior‑level product support role.
• Experience in a customer‑facing role within cybersecurity or cloud security.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 security ecosystems.
• Experience delivering product demonstrations and leading technical evaluations independently.
• Working knowledge of core protocols and technologies such as SMTP, DNS, LDAP, HTTP.
• Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and business audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple opportunities in a fast‑paced sales environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

• Knowledge of at least two of the following:
  • Cloud security and SaaS platforms
  • Email security and messaging systems (Exchange, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace)
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP), compliance, or privacy controls
  • Security operations, vulnerability management, or policy enforcement
  • Backup and recovery technologies
• Experience working with MSPs or in a multi‑tenant security environment.
• Experience positioning a security platform (vs. a single point solution).
• Knowledge of email authentication standards (SPF, DKIM, DMARC).
• Experience with identity providers and directory services (Active Directory, Azure AD, LDAP).
• Familiarity with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK or NIST.
• Experience with competitive positioning in email or M365 security markets.
• CISSP or other relevant security certifications.

• A consultative problem solver who can align technical solutions to business outcomes.
• Comfortable owning technical conversations with partners and customers.
• Self‑driven, adaptable, and able to operate independently.
• Excited about helping MSPs scale security profitably.
• Interested in growing your career in presales within a fast‑growing cybersecurity business.

• Competitive compensation package (base + performance‑based incentive eligibility).
• 20 vacation days and 10 sick days.
• Medical care and Be‑Active wellness bonus.
• Temporary Employee Exchange Program across global offices.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Fast‑growing international environment with room for innovation and ownership.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to