Microsoft Security Sales Specialist
Bytes
Bytes Technology Group is one of the UK's fastest-growing IT providers, delivering cutting-edge solutions through Bytes Software Services and Phoenix Software. Since 1982, we've grown to over 800 employees across 6 locations, with a turnover exceeding £2bn in FY2024. We partner with SMEs, corporates, and public sector organisations to modernise and digitally transform their IT infrastructures. Our culture is built on investment in people - through training, career development, and recognition—creating clear pathways for progression and success.
The Role
We're the UK's leading Microsoft partner – we want to shape the future of cloud security. Our Microsoft practice is one of the most advanced in the UK, and we're looking for a Microsoft Cloud Security Specialist to accelerate growth in this critical area.
This is a sales overlay role – you'll work alongside our account teams to position, differentiate and close opportunities across Microsoft's security portfolio, including Microsoft Defender XDR, Sentinel, Entra, Purview and Defender for Cloud. You'll be the subject matter expert who turns complex security challenges into clear business outcomes, and you'll lead the charge in selling our Microsoft Security Managed Service, including managed SOC.
What you'll do
- Drive Microsoft Security sales by supporting account teams in identifying and closing opportunities
- Deliver technical presentations, demos and workshops that showcase Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, Purview and more
- Translate customer requirements into secure, scalable architectures using Microsoft technologies
- Position and onboard customers into Bytes' Microsoft Security Managed Service, influencing service development
- Work closely with Microsoft account teams and align with FY26 solution plays and partner incentives
- Train internal teams, create playbooks and share insights that strengthen Bytes' Microsoft security capability
What we're looking for
- Sales Overlay Expertise: Proven experience supporting sales teams to position and close complex technology solutions
- Commercial Acumen: Ability to identify opportunities, influence buying decisions and accelerate deal velocity
- Microsoft Security Knowledge: Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Cloud and Purview
- Strong understanding of cloud security architecture, SIEM/SOAR and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR)
- Familiarity with Azure, Microsoft 365 and hybrid environments
- Microsoft certifications: SC-900 essential; SC-100 and AZ-900 desirable
- Ability to engage confidently with C-level stakeholders and translate technical concepts into business value
Why Bytes?
At Bytes, we don't just sell technology – we enable transformation. As a leading Microsoft partner, we work hand-in-hand with Microsoft to deliver cutting-edge security solutions. You'll join a team that thrives on collaboration, innovation and growth, with clear opportunities to make an impact and accelerate your career.
Ready to help us secure the future? Apply now and be part of something bigger.