Systems Engineer - Public Sector

Fortinet, Inc.; Gurgaon; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortinet, Inc. is seeking a Presales Architect in Gurgaon, India, to drive cybersecurity transformation across Government and Public Sector. The role involves leading presales engagements and architecting solutions around advanced security frameworks.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience in security presales architecture, strong familiarity with India's public sector, and excellent consultative selling skills. Join us to help shape cyber resilience across critical infrastructure in India.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in security presales or architecture.
• Exposure to the Indian public sector including Govt/PSU/Smart Cities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead presales engagements for large public sector opportunities.
• Architect solutions around Zero Trust and SASE.
• Engage with government stakeholders as a trusted advisor.

Skills

Security presales experience

Consultative selling skills

Network security understanding

Cloud security knowledge

Zero Trust architecture

Job description

A high-impact Presales Architect to Systems Engineering, focused on driving cybersecurity transformation across Government and Public Sector India.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex security challenges, influencing large-scale deals, and engaging with CXOs on strategic initiatives.

What You’ll Do

• Lead end-to-end presales engagements for large public sector opportunities
• Architect solutions around Zero Trust, SASE, Security Fabric, and SOC transformation
• Engage with CISOs, CIOs, and government stakeholders as a trusted advisor
• Drive RFP responses, solution design (HLD/LLD), PoCs, and executive presentations
• Work closely with partners and ecosystem players to win strategic deals

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience in security presales / architecture (8+ years)
• Exposure to India public sector (Govt/PSU/Smart Cities/Defence)
• Deep understanding of network security, cloud security, and Zero Trust
• Excellent communication and consultative selling skills

Why This Role Matters

You’ll work on nation-scale digital initiatives and critical infrastructure security, helping shape cyber resilience across India’s public sector.