Associate Client Advisor, Security Operations/MXDR (Remote, USA)

At Optiv, we’re on a mission to help our clients make their businesses more secure. We’re one of the fastest-growing companies in a truly essential industry. Join us.Who we are looking for:We are looking for a cyber security professional, or desire to get into cyber security with demonstrated technical aptitude to grow new business opportunities.  The Associate Demand Manager combines technical knowledge with sales skills and applies practical information security experience to address the strategic needs of the client, supporting sales executives, supporting sales enablement and developing the necessary knowledge to be experienced within all things Security Operations/MXDR/Fusion Center. Previous experience in either a technical capacity, or sales capacity is desired!

How you'll make an impact:

• Provide pre-sales support in collaboration with our sales team and ensure product and service selection meets customers business and technology needs 
• Work to achieve expert-level knowledge in the Practice of multiple solution areas and be able to effectively translate client needs into actionable proposals and contracts for Optiv’s strategic offerings in a timely manner 
• Identify and understand our client's security concerns and how they correlate to Optiv’s strategic solutions across the Security Operations pillars and compliment holistic cyber security programs 
• Assist in identifying additional Optiv capabilities that the client may find beneficial 
• Manage and prioritize the proposal process to create business proposals, contracts, and respond to RFI/RFP’s 

Qualifications for success:

• Bachelor or higher degree or its equivalent in certifications or work experience with a preference in STEM, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or other related discipline 
• Ability to clearly articulate the benefits of Optiv’s product and service solutions portfolio to various client stakeholders 
• Proven experience in a pre-sales, post-sales, or non-sales technical capacity in an information security environment. 
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively with vendors, prospects, clients, account managers and management. 
• Confident presentation, written, and oral communication skills 
• Desire to learn additional subject matter areas 
• 1-3+ years’ experience 

With Optiv you can expect:• A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Affinity groups including, Black Employee Network, Disabled Employee Network, Latino Employee Network, Optiv Pride (LGBTQIA+), Veterans Support Network, and Women's Network.• Work/life balance. We offer “Recharge” a flexible, time-off program that encourages eligible employees to take the time they need to recharge • Professional training resources, including tuition reimbursement• 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 remote/from home (where applicable)If you are seeking a culture that supports growth, fosters success, and moves the industry forward, find your place at Optiv! As a market-leading provider of cyber security solutions, Optiv has the most comprehensive ecosystem of security products and partners to deliver unparalleled services. Our rich and successful history with our clients is based on trust, serving more than 12,000 clients of varying sizes and industries, including commercial, government, and education. We have the proven expertise to plan, build, and run successful security programs across Risk Management, Cyber Digital Transformation, Threat Management, Security Operations - Managed Services, and Identity and Data Management.Optiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.