Presales Security Expert Public Sector

Fortinet; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortinet Inc. is seeking a Presales Security Expert - Public Sector in Montreal to design secure platform solutions and lead technical workshops.

You will collaborate with the Sales team to create compelling roadmaps for LAN/WAN/Cloud infrastructures and respond to RFPs with strong written and verbal communications. Responsibilities include conducting proofs of concept, delivering technical demonstrations, and guiding customers through secure networking and security architectures.

Qualifications

• Pre-sales experience designing secure platform solutions.
• Strong ability to respond to RFPs with technical detail.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales to develop secure platform solutions.
• Lead proof of concept valuations and technical workshops.
• Design complete network and security solutions with roadmaps.
• Respond to technical RFPs with clear communication.

Skills

Pre-sales

LAN/WAN/Internet administration

Network security

Visio

RFP responses

Bilingual French-English

Travel-flexible

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Visio

BOM creation

Job description

Join Fortinet, a cybersecurity pioneer with over two decades of excellence, as we continue to shape the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. At Fortinet, our mission is to safeguard people, devices, and data everywhere. We are currently seeking a dynamic Presales Security Expert- Public Sector to be a part of enabling the success of our rapidly growing business

Presales Security Expert- Public Sector, you will:

• Extensive experience in pre-sales designing and proposing secure platform solutions
• Hands on experience in architectural administration, proving designs in simulated and production environments.
• Building technical security solutions, proving their viability and providing technological justifications
• Ability to design complete network, cloud and security solutions providing strong technical Roadmaps
• Knowledge in the following architectural technologies: Secure Networking, Secure Wireless, Private/Public Cloud, SD WAN, SASE, Zero trust, AI, Automation, Sec Ops, Operational Technology, Forensics & IR response
• Strong presentation and white boarding skills
• Strong communication and written skills, including responding to technical RFPs.
• Proactively identify technical opportunities within the field to increase pipeline growth and team prosperity
• Leading proof of concept valuations, technical workshops and events
• Become a passionate industry leader that can articulate a compelling vision
• Model a high standard of performance, professionalism, and integrity in all interactions
• Facilitate effective communication and teamwork across departments or teams
• Previous Vendor or Reseller experience is an asset

We Are Looking For:

• Pre-sales – Collaborate with your assigned Sales Representative to develop secure platform solutions
• Experience in LAN/WAN/Internet services administration
• Ability to design network and security solutions, effectively utilize Visio, ability to create BOMs (Bill of Materials)
• Knowledge of the following technologies: Routing, Switching, VPN, LAN, WAN, Network Security, Stateful Firewalling, NGFW, Firewall policies, Identity based policies, NAT, IPS, AntiMalware, Botnet, Application Control, DDoS, Web Filtering, SDN
• Strong understanding in the following technologies and protocols: TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, supernetting and subnetting, DNS, HTTP, SMTP, RADIUS, LDAP, Active Directory, PKI, IKE,
• Experience with encryption and authentication technologies required
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills desiredStrong presentation skills
• Strong communication and writing skills.Previous experience of responding to RFPs is beneficial.
• White board skills are beneficial.
• Previous Vendor or Reseller experience is an asset
• Bilingual French and English
• Flexible with travel.Travel will primarily be within the SEs designated region but may also include occasional travel to other regions.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Why Join Us:

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being.Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 890,000+ customers around the globe.