Optiv · 4 weeks ago
Technical Manager - SASE/Netskope | Remote, USA
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$135K/yr - $184K/yr
7+ years expOptiv Security Inc. is seeking a Technical Manager for Network and Edge Security who will drive the success of client engagements and oversee delivery excellence. This role requires a balance of technical expertise and management skills, focusing on leading complex projects and enhancing client maturity.
ConsultingTraining
Responsibilities
Act as the senior technical leader on consulting engagements, ensuring architectural quality, excellence, and strong client outcomes
Translate business and security requirements into actionable architectures, roadmaps, and implementation plans for SASE, SSE, Zero Trust, SWG, CASB, ZTNA, SD-WAN, and FWaaS ecosystems
Design and lead complex solutions, providing depth across leading SASE platforms including Zscaler, Netskope, and Palo Alto Networks, with components including SWG, CASB, ZTNA, SD-WAN, and FWaaS
Oversee multiple concurrent consulting engagements, managing project health, risk, quality, and client satisfaction while ensuring alignment with both technical and business objectives
Lead advanced troubleshooting and architecture refinement, guiding clients through critical issues, design decisions, and operationalization challenges
Deliver workshops, assessments, and executive briefings, effectively engaging both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Drive continuous improvement of methodologies, templates, tools, documentation, and delivery standards within the Network & Edge Security and SASE practice
Support pre-sales and go-to-market initiatives, collaborating with Practice Managers, Sales, and Marketing to design solution offerings, assist in SOW creation, and strengthen Optiv’s position across SASE and SSE services
Contribute thought leadership through activities such as presenting at industry events, writing blogs or research, or participating in community and vendor-aligned programs
Mentor and coach consultants, helping develop their technical expertise, consulting acumen, and delivery maturity (influential leadership role without direct reports)
Monitor the evolving network and edge security ecosystem, staying current on market trends, vendor developments, emerging threats, and best practices across SASE and SSE
Assess client security maturity and guide long-term SASE, SSE, and Zero Trust strategy and roadmap development
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in network and edge security architecture, engineering, or operations
5+ years in consulting or services roles, including oversight of complex, multi-workstream engagements
Hands-on experience with SASE and SSE platforms such as Netskope, Zscaler, or Palo Alto Networks, with the ability to quickly adopt evolving technologies
Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects, balancing hands-on responsibilities with strategic oversight
Strong background in SASE and SSE architectures (SWG, CASB, ZTNA, FWaaS), with a preferred foundation in modern network security concepts such as SD-WAN and next-gen firewalls
Experience in consulting engagement oversight, including risk management, quality assurance, and client outcome ownership
Experience in pre-sales and post-sales roles, or other client-facing technical positions within cybersecurity, including scoping, solution design, SOW support, and ongoing advisory engagement
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including building client-ready deliverables, leading workshops, and conducting executive-level presentations
Preferred
Demonstrated thought leadership through content creation, speaking engagements, community involvement, or security research
Certification such as Netskope Architect (NSK-300) and/or Zscaler Delivery Specialist preferred, additional security or cloud certifications are beneficial
Benefits
Work/life balance
Professional training resources
Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)
Company
Optiv
Optiv is a cyber security solutions provider in North America that help clients plan, build and run successful cyber security programs.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
CVC Capital PartnersSverica Capital
2023-05-31Debt Financing
2017-01-01Series Unknown
2016-12-05Acquired
Leadership Team
Julie Talbot-Hubbard
Senior Vice President, Cyber Protection and Identity
James Turgal
Vice President, Cyber Risk, Strategy & Board Relations
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