Pre-Sales Engineer

Job Description Exclusive Networks (EXN) is a global cybersecurity specialist that provides partners and end-customers with a wide range of services and product portfolios via proven routes to market. With offices in over 45 countries and the ability to serve customers in over 170 countries, we combine a local perspective with the scale and delivery of a single global organization. Our best-in-class vendor portfolio is carefully curated with all leading industry players. Our services range from managed security to specialist technical accreditation and training and capitalize on rapidly evolving technologies and changing business models. For more information visit www.exclusive-networks.com. At Exclusive Networks, we are passionate about making a difference. That means delivering the best to our clients, doing our part to create a prosperous and trusted digital world, and helping our people to realize their potential. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES | About the role We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Pre-Sales Engineer with expertise in Thales security solutions including Luna HSM, PayShield HSM, and CipherTrust Data Security Platform. The candidate will be responsible for delivering technical pre-sales support, managing proof-of-concepts (POCs), conducting product demonstrations, and supporting channel partners with enablement and training. As The Pre-Sales Engineer , You Will - Conduct technical presentations, demos, and POCs for: Thales Luna HSM, Thales PayShield HSM, and CipherTrust Data Security Platform. - Work closely with the sales team to understand customer requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions. - Design and assist in building secure architecture using Thales products for enterprise and banking clients. - Respond to RFPs/RFIs with detailed technical inputs, diagrams, and compliance documentation. - Deliver partner and customer training sessions and technical workshops on Thales technologies. - Collaborate with product management, support, and Thales OEM team to address complex technical queries. - Assist in channel enablement and go-to-market initiatives with partners and resellers. - Maintain up-to-date knowledge on Thales solutions, competitive landscape, and market trends. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE | About you - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related field (Master's preferred). - 3-7 years of experience in IT Security / Pre-Sales / Solution Architecture roles. - Proven experience with Thales Luna HSM (installation, clustering, backup, key generation). - Hands-on knowledge of Thales PayShield HSM (integration with payment switches, compliance). - Experience with CipherTrust Manager (Tokenization, Transparent Encryption, Key Management, etc.). - Strong understanding of PKI, encryption, cryptography standards (FIPS, PCI-DSS, etc.). - Ability to create architecture diagrams, deployment plans, and demo environments. - Experience delivering technical presentations to partners, customers, and internal teams. - Proficient in Linux/Unix environments, CLI tools, and scripting. - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Certifications (Optional) - Thales Certified Professional (Luna, PayShield, CipherTrust). - CISSP / CISA / CEH / CCSP. - Cloud certifications (AWS/GCP/Azure Security). WHO IS EXCLUSIVE NETWORKS | Why work for us We are people focused and strongly believe that talent empowers us to continue our dynasty of disruption and growth in the future. Our Mission is to drive the transition to a totally trusted digital world for all people and organizations. Visit our website www.exclusive-networks.com. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the recruitment and hiring of individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe this strengthens our ability to develop superior solutions, make informed decisions, and better serve our valued customers. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability status, or any similar characteristic. Employment decisions are made solely on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Please click here to review our Diversity and Inclusion Policy for further information. We care about your data: please click here to read our Recruitment Data Protection Policy prior to applying, and therefore sharing your data with us. Our Benefits Include - Opportunity to work with leading data security technologies. - Exposure to enterprise clients, global banks, and critical infrastructure projects. - Career development and OEM-sponsored training/certification. - A dynamic and collaborative team environment.