Principal Security Practice Architect

About the role

The Principal Security Practice Architect at Barracuda is responsible for shaping, enabling, and elevating the security capabilities of strategic Barracuda Managed Service Provider (MSP) partners. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic thought leadership to help partners design, build, and optimize security services based on Barracuda’s portfolio and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver security service blueprints, maturity models, and best-practice frameworks for MSP partners.
• Run executive-level workshops to align partner leadership on security strategy, service monetization, and operational models.
• Provide thought leadership on security trends, threat landscapes, MSP market drivers, and evolving customer needs.
• Support GTM strategy by aligning partner service offerings with Barracuda’s security roadmap.
• Create reusable methodologies, templates, and playbooks that partners can adopt to scale secure service delivery.
• Conduct deep-dive architectural sessions, PoCs, assessments, and design reviews across Barracuda’s security portfolio.
• Validate technical requirements and translate them into recommended architectures and deployment patterns.
• Collaborate with partners to build secure cloud, email, data protection, and network security architectures.
• Perform security assessments and provide remediation recommendations.
• Support complex RFI/RFP responses and provide technical thought leadership during competitive situations.
• Serve as the primary technical advisor during partner solution development cycles.
• Enable MSPs through technical workshops, bootcamps, and hands-on training sessions.
• Follow up during evaluation phases to ensure successful outcomes and high adoption.
• Support business case development, including ROI/TCO analysis for partner services.
• Evangelize Barracuda’s security approach at partner events, webinars, and community forums.
• Collaborate with channel and partner success teams to identify growth opportunities and remove technical barriers.

Requirements

• 8+ years in security architecture, pre-sales engineering, or consulting roles.
• Experience working with MSPs, MSSPs, or service provider environments.
• Strong understanding of common security frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, CIS, NIST, etc.).
• Hands-on expertise in cloud security, network security, email security, or data protection technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with C-level stakeholders and deliver impactful workshops.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Azure/AWS security, or similar.
• Experience creating repeatable service constructs, playbooks, or reference architectures.
• Strong understanding of MSP commercial models and service monetization.
• Prior experience in partner-facing or channel-focused roles.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven track record of delivering successful security projects and solutions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passion for technology and a commitment to continuous learning.

Skills

• Technical proficiency in cloud security, network security, email security, and data protection technologies.
• Strategic thinking and ability to influence decision-making at the executive level.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of MSP commercial models and service monetization.

Benefits

Barracuda offers a comprehensive benefits package including high-quality health benefits, a retirement plan with employer match, career-growth opportunities, flexible time off and paid time off, and volunteer opportunities.

Pay

The anticipated earnings range for this role is $179,000 to $206,000 OTE. Actual compensation offered will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, the budget for the position, and applicable employment laws.

Schedule

Full-time position.