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Cybersecurity Presales Engineer

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Detailed understanding of security frameworks (CISSP, CISM, CCSP, GAIC certifications preferred)
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
  • Five or more years of hands-on experience in an applicable technology field
  • Two or more years of pre-sales engineering experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead impactful customer presentations and equipment demonstrations on-site or virtually
  • Provide Architect Level oversight on large, complex projects
  • Deliver architect-level technical support during project startup and after implementation
  • Identify, position, and promote opportunities for MGT’s MSP solutions

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Microsoft Windows
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Adaptability

About the company

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MGT

Management Consulting

MGT is a public sector consulting firm with a 48-year track record and a forward-thinking attitude. It was established by a group of former public-sector employees to provide creative yet practical solutions to the challenges faced by local and state governments and educational institutions nationwide. The firm has successfully managed more than 9,400 client engagements nationally with a significant percentage of repeat business, reflecting a high level of customer satisfaction.Prior to working with public sector entities as consultants, most of our staff worked in government agencies as executives and managers. This insider's knowledge of government structure, operations, systems, and processes gives MGT the ability to hit the ground running from the very start of a project. Knowing every client and project is different, we have developed comprehensive internal and external resources that enable us to assemble any team required to deliver success. MGT understands lasting and meaningful changes require innovative and bold thinking, and we do not shy away from questioning everything from organizational structures and work processes to the statutes and ordinances that create and guide the work of an agency or institution. MGT is committed to offering useful recommendations that achieve real results and is ever mindful of the practical and political realities an organization may face. Our mission is to provide high quality, value-added consulting solutions that exceed the expectations of our clients. Our purpose goes beyond...to power the work of the public professional in order to advance the lives of the citizens they serve. This purpose reflects a social conscience that gives added meaning to the quality services we provide to our customers. We model this philosophy within our own organization by encouraging community involvement, seeking challenging and creative projects, and supporting a cooperative and rewarding work environment for our employees.

Company details

Company typeSME
IndustryManagement Consulting
Company size201 - 500

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Job description

Cybersecurity Pre Sales Engineer
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Full-Time 
Location: Remote, US

WHO WE ARE:  

MGT is a leading provider of technology and advisory solutions serving state, local, and education government agencies (SLED) across the United States. Through client partnerships, MGT’s almost 1,200 employees impact communities for good by managing and securing critical networks, solving complex human capital and fiscal problems, elevating education systems, and advancing equity as a performance imperative. MGT partners with thousands of agencies as a trusted advisor delivering solutions that improve technology, operational, and economic performance to help communities thrive.   

Founded in 1975, MGT initiated an ambitious restart in 2016, broadening the solutions portfolio to provide the most specialized solutions, tackling the most mission-critical problems that live at the top of the public agency leadership agenda. MGT drives over 20% compound annual organic growth and utilizes programmatic mergers and acquisitions to grow capabilities, attract top talent, and accelerate growth scale. Since 2020, MGT has successfully completed 13 acquisitions, driving over 60% compound annual inorganic growth.   

Celebrating its 50th year in 2025, the firm attracts exceptional talent and empowers them to exceed client expectations as they navigate the dynamic demands of the clients we serve. Hear more about MGT’s culture in the words of our employees.   

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

· Pre-Sales: Lead impactful customer presentations and equipment demonstrations on-site or virtually; work closely with sales to develop and nurture customer relationships while executing both strategic and tactical objectives; actively contribute to proposal creation and tailored solution presentations.

· On-Site Engagement: Attend on-site customer meetings as required, providing technical expertise, solution guidance, and ensuring alignment between client needs and proposed architectures. Travel to customer locations will be needed based on project requirements.

· Architectural Oversight: Provide Architect Level oversight on large, complex projects, ensuring best practices in design, implementation, and integration, while maintaining technical leadership throughout all phases of project delivery.

· Post-Sales: Deliver architect-level technical support during project startup and, when necessary, after implementation, guaranteeing a seamless transition and ongoing client satisfaction.

· Technical: Identify, position, and promote opportunities for MGT’s MSP solutions, including Monitoring, Element Management, SIEM/SOC, and Managed VoIP/Cloud VoIP.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING: 

Key Technical Qualifications 

  • Detailed understanding of security frameworks (CISSP, CISM, CCSP, and or GAIC certifications preferred):  
  • NIST (CSF,800-53,800-171)  
  • CJIS  
  • CIS Critical Security Controls  
  • Positioning and selling security consulting engagements.  
  • Cybersecurity maturity assessments.  
  • Penetration Tests. 
  • Compromise Assessments.  
  • Tabletop Exercises. 
  • Deliver customer facing tabletop exercises. 
  • Next generation firewalls from leading providers: Palo Alto, Fortinet, HPE/Juniper (SRX), Cisco (vendor certifications preferred).  
  • EDR/MDR solutions from leading providers: CrowdStrike, Microsoft, Palo Alto, Sentinel One, and others. 
  • SIEM and SOAR solutions from leading providers: Azure Sentinel, Palo Alto, Cisco, Tines. 
  • OSI network model, general Ethernet switching, and TCP/IP routing. 
  • The following skills are desirable (but not required):  
  • ADCs (Load balancers), WAF/Application Layer Firewalls  
  • ZTNA Platforms  
  • SSE/SASE Technologies  
  • SDWAN  
  • VPN technologies (Client and site-to-site)  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. 

Experience 

· Five (5) or more years of hands-on experience in an applicable technology field.

· Two (2) or more years of pre-sales engineering experience.

Skills 

· Proven ability to design and implement large-scale solutions including budgetary and detailed cost estimating.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate customer requirements into bill of materials (BOM) and system design.

· Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt to new technologies.

· Excellent customer presentation skills.

· Willingness to pursue ongoing learning and professional growth.

WHAT WE OFFER:  

Our world-class work environment encompasses flexible and remote work options, a commitment to equity, and nationally respected teams in management consulting and technology services. We also offer opportunities to make a profound social impact through innovative projects, and professional development opportunities for career growth. Here you can read more about our extensive Employee Value Proposition (EVP).  

Specifically, we will offer you a competitive compensation package including:   

  • Flexible paid time off  
  • 5% 401K matching program  
  • Equity opportunities  
  • Incentive and bonus programs  
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave  
  • Flexible spending accounts   

Full-health benefits with base employee coverage fully funded, comprising:  

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage  
  • Life insurance  
  • Short and long-term disability coverage  
  • Income protection benefits 

MGT Impact Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, or any other characteristic or class protected by law. 

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