Enterprise Cybersecurity Solutions Architect & Advisor

Fortinet, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortinet, Inc. is seeking a Sales Engineer in Houston, Texas, to collaborate with a Named Account Manager in a defined territory. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor for large enterprise organizations, guiding them through their cybersecurity transformation initiatives.

The ideal candidate should have 5–8 years of experience in pre-sales or systems engineering roles, along with a strong grasp of networking and security protocols. This role combines technical expertise with executive engagement to shape customer outcomes and drive success.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years experience in pre-sales or systems engineering roles.
• Proven track record in aligning solutions with enterprise business priorities.
• Experience in consulting roles for large enterprise customers.

Responsibilities

• Qualify opportunities and define solution strategy.
• Advise on cybersecurity strategies like Zero Trust and SASE.
• Support deployment transitions and provide operational guidance.

Skills

Pre-sales or systems engineering experience

Strong networking knowledge (LAN/WAN, routing, switching)

Core security protocols understanding (IPSec, TLS/SSL)

Ability to articulate and design solutions

Excellent presentation and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CISSP

CCSP

AWS Security Specialty

Job description

Fortinet, Inc. is seeking a Sales Engineer in Houston, Texas, to collaborate with a Named Account Manager in a defined territory. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor for large enterprise organizations, guiding them through their cybersecurity transformation initiatives.

The ideal candidate should have 5–8 years of experience in pre-sales or systems engineering roles, along with a strong grasp of networking and security protocols. This role combines technical expertise with executive engagement to shape customer outcomes and drive success.