Systems Engineer - Public Sector

Fortinet; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortinet is seeking a high-impact Presales Architect to join their Systems Engineering team in Gurugram, India. This role focuses on driving cybersecurity transformation within the Government and Public Sector by leading presales engagements and architecting solutions related to Zero Trust and SASE.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in security presales/architecture, excellent communication skills, and exposure to the Indian public sector. You will be instrumental in shaping cyber resilience across critical infrastructures.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Security presales / architecture

Network security

Cloud security

Consultative selling

Excellent communication

Job description

Overview

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

Responsibilities

• 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.