Pre-Sales Systems Engineer: Cybersecurity & Networking

Fortinet, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortinet, Inc. is seeking a Pre-Sales Systems Engineer to support Mid-Market sales with technical pre-sales, opportunity management, and customer success. You will enable sales engagements, discover business goals, and develop Fortinet-based solutions for customers and partners.

The role emphasizes presenting solutions effectively and maintaining technical leadership across Fortinet products and services, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant pre/post-sales experience plus a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• OR 5+ years’ experience in a related field.
• Up to 50% travel.

Responsibilities

• Assess customer project requirements.
• Align customer needs with Fortinet solutions.
• Partner with internal peers to pursue sales opportunities.
• Provide expert network and security guidance in pre-sales engagements.
• Cross-team collaboration.
• Continuous self-improvement to maintain technical leadership.
• Ensure ongoing customer success, support and growth.

Skills

Cybersecurity basics

Threat management

Networking basics

Critical thinking

Communication & presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering / Tech / CS / CE)

Job description

Fortinet, Inc. is seeking a Pre-Sales Systems Engineer to support Mid-Market sales with technical pre-sales, opportunity management, and customer success. You will enable sales engagements, discover business goals, and develop Fortinet-based solutions for customers and partners.

The role emphasizes presenting solutions effectively and maintaining technical leadership across Fortinet products and services, with travel as needed.