IFTAS - Presales Solution Architect - Cloud Security

Role : Presales Solution Architect - Cloud & Cloud Security

Job Summary :

IFTAS is seeking a dynamic Presales Solution Architect for Cloud offerings. The role will be part of the Growth & Partnership Vertical and will involve engaging with customers, prospects, and partners throughout the sales cycle.

The candidate will play a pivotal role in designing and presenting cloud - based solutions aligned with client requirements and will own technology relationships with key customer IT decision - makers driving long - term cloud adoption.

This role combines deep technical expertise with strong business acumen and a consultative sales approach.

Education :

- Engineering Graduate or Graduate with Computer Science/IT as a major subject.

Experience :

- 8+ years of overall experience.

- 4+ years of relevant experience in Cloud Solutions, preferably within the BFS segment.

Preferred Certifications :

- TOGAF

- VCP

- AWS

- GCP

- Microsoft Azure Architect

- CISSP

- CCSP

Knowledge & Technical Expertise :

- Deep understanding of cloud technologies, including :

1. Compute

2. Storage

3. Networking

4. Virtualisation

5. Containers

6. DevSecOps

7. CI/CD

8. Automation

9. Monitoring & Logging

10. Databases

- Strong understanding of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings.

- Extensive knowledge of cloud architecture and cloud security, including IAM, Zero Trust, CSPM, SIEM, CNAPP, etc.

- Understanding of compliance frameworks.

- Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions that deliver measurable outcomes.

- Ability to create robust architecture frameworks ensuring scalable, resilient, and secure cloud infrastructure.

Skills Required :

- Excellent verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non - technical audiences.

- Self - starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple client engagements.

- Strong analytical and problem - solving skills to identify customer pain points and recommend appropriate technical solutions.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross - functional teams.

- Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning.