Cyber & IT Pre-Sales Engineer

Focus Group

Job Overview

Location

Remote

Salary

GBP 51,500 - 75,000 yearly

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

Remote

Sector

Information Technology & Software

Experience Level

Senior (5-8 years)

Application Deadline

July 2, 2026

About the Company

Focus Group is a prominent and rapidly expanding technology services company in the UK, boasting a revenue of £300 million and a team of 1,300 professionals. Backed by Hg Capital, the company is valued at over $1 billion and serves approximately 30,000 SME customers across the UK. Focus Group is committed to significant investment in enhancing its cybersecurity capabilities.

Established in 2003, Focus Group is a leading independent provider of essential business technology, offering a comprehensive suite of services including telecoms, IT, and connectivity. They aim to provide a single point of contact and billing for all business technology needs, catering to businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to global enterprises.

The company prides itself on its expert teams who are passionate about delivering tailored solutions and ensuring seamless business operations. Their services encompass business phone systems, IT optimization, data security, team connectivity, and customer support, allowing clients to concentrate on business growth.

Focus Group's service offerings include Telecoms, Mobile, Connectivity, IT solutions, Cyber security, and Energy.

Job Description

Join Focus Group, a rapidly expanding UK tech business, as a Cyber & IT Presales Engineer. This remote role offers a significant opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity sales.

You will be the technical authority in the sales process for cybersecurity engagements, working closely with business development and account management teams. Your responsibilities will include scoping, designing, and presenting cybersecurity solutions to clients, from initial discovery workshops to proposal development.

This customer-facing position requires a blend of technical expertise and commercial acumen. You will be instrumental in positioning solutions such as MDR/EDR, SOC services, vulnerability scanning, and compliance frameworks like Cyber Essentials and ISO 27001.

We are looking for individuals with demonstrable experience in cyber presales or consultancy, ideally within an MSP or MSSP environment. Strong communication skills are essential for engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with the Microsoft 365 and Defender suite, along with key compliance frameworks, is required.

This role is based in the UK Midlands or South, with comfortable travel to customer sites and offices. Up to £51,500 base salary with an OTE of £75,000 is offered, alongside a flexible, remote-first working environment and the chance to be part of a best-in-class presales team.

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Required Skills

Cyber SecurityPresalesConsultancyTechnical AdvisoryMSP/MSSPDiscovery CallsProposal DevelopmentCustomer PresentationsMicrosoft 365Defender SuiteCyber EssentialsISO 27001PCI DSSMITRE ATT&CK Framework

Key Responsibilities

  • Run presales discovery calls and workshops to uncover security gaps, threat exposure, and compliance obligations.
  • Design technically accurate, commercially sound cyber proposals.
  • Position the right solutions, including MDR/EDR, SOC, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, email security, identity protection, and compliance frameworks.
  • Present confidently to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Support the wider sales team and mentor less experienced presales colleagues.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrable experience in a cyber security presales, consultancy, or technical advisory role, ideally within an MSP or MSSP.
  • Comfortable in a boardroom and on a technical deep-dive call, with strong communication skills.
  • Familiarity with the Microsoft 365 and Defender suite.
  • Familiarity with security awareness training.
  • Familiarity with key compliance frameworks (Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
  • Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+ or CySA+ are a bonus.
  • Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework is a bonus.
  • Based in the UK Midlands or South, and comfortable with regular travel.

Benefits & Perks

  • Up to £51,500 base salary
  • OTE of £75,000
  • Remote-first role with real flexibility
  • Opportunity to join a scaling business with investment and support
  • Part of a Presales team being built to be best-in-class

How to Apply

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The UK's cybersecurity sector is experiencing significant expansion, driven by increasing digital threats and compliance demands. This role is pivotal in translating complex technical security solutions into tangible business value for clients. You will leverage expertise in areas like MDR/EDR, SOC operations, vulnerability management, and compliance frameworks (Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001). Your impact will directly influence revenue growth and market penetration by ensuring clients receive robust, tailored cybersecurity strategies that align with their business objectives and mitigate risk.

Posted Date

June 18, 2026