Job Description
When you join Verizon
You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. Verizon is a world leading provider of technology and communications services. We are transforming the way we connect across the globe and our people have a shared ambition to shape a better future and move the world forward. We do much more than sell technology, we bring global leadership to build, transform and manage secure reliable networks that enable digital transformation.
Verizon is trusted to secure and protect the Australian government for over two decades, connecting to citizens and the outside world. Our Canberra operation is expanding its high-performing team that delivers cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to key Federal Government clients. We are seeking for a Distinguished Cybersecurity Presales Solutions Architect to join our team and act as a trusted technical authority, guiding strategic sales opportunities and shaping secure digital landscapes for Australia’s most critical government institutions and make a national impact.
What you’ll be doing…
Lead. Innovate. Secure.
Build the Future of Security: Collaborate directly with senior technical and C-level executives to understand their unique security challenges and design tailored solutions leveraging Verizon’s robust portfolio.
Be the Architect of Trust: Foster strong, long-term relationships with clients, becoming their trusted advisor and guiding them through complex technical decisions.
Drive Innovation: Stay ahead of the curve by researching and evaluating emerging technologies, identifying opportunities to integrate cutting-edge solutions into our offerings.
Shape Solutions, Shape the Future: Lead the technical aspects of complex sales pursuits, from crafting compelling proposals and presentations to overseeing solution implementation and ongoing support.
Empower Teams, Elevate Expertise: Mentor and guide internal teams, sharing your deep knowledge and expertise to elevate our collective capabilities.
What we’re looking for…
You appreciate how technology can transform organizations and the ways they do business. You are an expert on the latest cyber security concepts and technology and enjoy digging deep to really understand the customer’s vision along with their unique situation and challenges. You like putting things together in new and creative ways to best solve the customer’s most pressing needs. You look for win-win solutions wherever you can and enjoy collaborating with others.
You’ll need to have:
A degree or four or more years of related working experience.
Eight or more years of experience in pre-sales, customer facing or consulting roles.
Eight or more years in architecting and implementing secure network and infrastructure solutions for Tier-1 Federal Government and associated agencies.
A deep understanding of data and information security, particularly within the context of Federal Government regulations and best practices.
Technical knowledge in wide area network, data center, advanced communications, application solutions experience, data management and cloud.
One or more industry-recognized security certifications (CISSP, TOGAFv9, NIST, SABSA, ITIL, etc.).
Australian government security clearance (baseline, NV-1 or higher)
Willingness to travel as required.
Even better if you have one or more of the following…
Advanced degree (MBA/MS) in a relevant field.
Extensive Networks - a range of executive level contacts within the Australian Federal Government
Exceptional presentation and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise language for diverse audiences.
Proven ability to analyze client needs, identify opportunities, and develop innovative solutions that align with business objectives.
A natural collaborator who thrives in a team environment, effectively guiding and motivating others to achieve shared goals.
Experience with IT infrastructure for scalable, distributed systems.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
Acknowledgement of Country...
Verizon acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities and pays respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past and present.
Where you’ll be working
In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
38
Equal Employment Opportunity
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability or any other legally protected characteristics.
