Strategic Security Advisor at Trend Micro

, , South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Enterprise Security Architecture, NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, Zero Trust Architecture, XDR, Cloud Security, SOC Operations, Identity Security, B2B SaaS, Executive Presence, Consultative Mindset, Risk Management, Customer Success, Security Gap Analysis, Architecture Review, Technical Writing

Industry

Computer and Network Security

Description

TrendAI™, the global AI security leader and enterprise business unit of Trend Micro, empowers organizations with full AI visibility and consolidated security that inspires confidence, drives innovation, and eliminates risk. At TrendAI™, we’re always seeking exceptional talent; people who want to collaborate with the best and push boundaries together. Here, your work goes beyond building a career. You will help protect what matters and play a vital role in shaping a safer, more trustworthy AI-powered future. AI Fearlessly. POSITION OVERVIEW The Strategic Security Advisor owns business and security outcomes, value realization, and renewal and expansion readiness for a portfolio of strategic customers. Functioning as the customer’s trusted security expert, the SSA designs and guides security posture evolution while orchestrating post-sales delivery across SE and various post-sales functions. The role blends security domain expertise with customer success discipline – translating purchased credits into measurable security outcomes through a Security Account Success Plan (ASP), architecture-aligned burn curve, and executive engagement cadence. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Architect the Security Account Success Plan (ASP) and Burn Curve Build the Account Success Plan with customer executive sponsors, aligned to business objectives, threat landscape, prioritized workloads, and monthly credit burn plan Design target-state security architecture mapped to the customer’s environment, risk appetite, and compliance obligations; track consumption vs. plan and trigger corrective plays when variance exceeds thresholds Conduct security gap analyses, technology fingerprinting, and architecture reviews; design reference architectures and deployment blueprints for workload rollouts (XDR, identity, email, cloud security, exposure management) Ensure rapid Time-to-Value (TTV) and delivery of a meaningful first security win Identify expansion opportunities including credit top-ups, additional modules, and multi-year commitments based on realized value and security maturity progression Run Executive Cadence, Architecture Reviews, and Value Reviews Lead monthly value reviews, QBRs, and EBRs linking telemetry, usage, and risk scoring to measurable risk reduction, architecture maturity, and business impact Conduct security maturity and architecture assessments using industry frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, Zero Trust Architecture) to evaluate posture and define future-state uplift Design and facilitate security workshops: threat hunting, CTFs, tabletop exercises, and architecture deep-dives Prepare value realization executive narratives, PR/FAQ-style briefs, and C-level decks tying platform outcomes to reduced business risk and ROI Manage Risk, Renewal, and Advocacy Maintain renewal health (Green / Amber / Red) with actions, owners, and timelines anchored to architecture milestones; proactively build Get-well Plans including architecture remediation paths Leverage telemetry-driven risk intelligence and predictive health scoring models Convert successful customers into references, case studies, and technical whitepapers showcasing architecture transformation and security outcomes Single Post-Sales Security Authority and Coordination Point Serve as the trusted voice across post-sales engagements, ensuring “one plan, one intake” across Customer Success, Support, Professional Services, and partners Provide Product, Engineering, and Leadership with architecture-grounded insights on adoption challenges, integration gaps, and product roadmap input Key Metrics Gross Revenue Retention (GRR) Net Revenue Retention (NRR) Platform and module attach rate Security Value Realization and SOC Maturity Score for customers Number / Size of Customer Success Qualified Leads (CSQLs) Desired Skills Hard Skills Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture principles and frameworks (NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, Zero Trust) across hybrid, multi-cloud, and on-premises environments Deep working knowledge in one or more enterprise security domains: SOC operations, SIEM/XDR, exposure and risk management, identity security, cloud security (CSPM, CWPP, CNAPP), email security Ability to design reference architectures, integration blueprints, and deployment patterns mapping platform capabilities to customer requirements Strong understanding of B2B SaaS and platform business models in cybersecurity, cloud, or infrastructure Ability to translate telemetry and usage data into clear, actionable architectural insights and recommendations Proven capability in building Success Plans, burn curves, and adoption roadmaps with an architecture-first lens Strong inclination towards AI-first approach Soft Skills Executive presence engaging with CISOs, security architects, IT, and business sponsors as a trusted security advisor Consultative, architecture-driven, outcome-focused mindset – ‘why’ before ‘what’, ‘design’ before ‘deploy’ Structured communicator who simplifies complex security architectures into clear action plans Strong cross-functional collaborator; calm and resilient during escalations and security incidents Experience and Background Typically 10+ years in security consulting, cloud security, security architecture, incident response, or security leadership Proven track record managing enterprise accounts with measurable impact on retention, expansion, and customer security outcomes Experience designing or advising on enterprise security architectures including hybrid/multi-cloud environments, identity frameworks, and detection and response strategies Experience running QBRs/EBRs connecting security architecture decisions to risk reduction and business value Experience in automation and AI tool usage is strongly preferred Experience working with partners, MSSPs, or MSPs is a plus Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CRISC, or equivalent demonstrated experience in enterprise security architecture or advisory roles strongly preferred TrendAI strive to build an environment of equity and inclusion, which reflects diverse points of view. We welcome, value, promote, and celebrate diversity - the very experiences and attributes that make us who we are, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, level of ability, age, religion, veteran status, socio-economic status, and political philosophy. #LI-NA1 #LI-Hybrid We embrace change, empower people, and encourage innovation. Join Trend Micro and Thrive with us. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Drop off your contact information and resume. We will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit! TrendAI™, the global AI security leader and enterprise business unit of Trend Micro, empowers organizations with full AI visibility and consolidated security that inspires confidence, drives innovation, and eliminates risk. Trusted by the largest enterprises and governments across 185 countries, TrendAI™ secures the entire organization, from identities to infrastructure to data. We embrace change, empower our people, and foster innovation in an increasingly connected world. Our diverse, multicultural workforce is at the heart of our global success. At TrendAI™, we’re always seeking exceptional talent; people who want to collaborate with the best and push boundaries together. Here, your work goes beyond building a career. You will help protect what matters and play a vital role in shaping a safer, more trustworthy AI-powered future. Explore working at TrendAI™ AI Fearlessly.

Responsibilities

The Strategic Security Advisor designs and guides security posture evolution for strategic customers through Security Account Success Plans and architecture-aligned burn curves. They orchestrate post-sales delivery and lead executive engagements to ensure value realization and risk reduction.