Pre-Sales Systems Engineer - Cybersecurity & Networking

Fortinet; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortinet seeks an Inside Systems Engineer to work with SLED sales teams, supporting the sales organization in pre-sales, opportunity management, and customer success. You will enable engagements across new and existing accounts, discover IT business goals, and craft solutions using the Fortinet portfolio.

Presentations to customers or partners will be core to the role. The position emphasizes technical leadership in cybersecurity, networking, cloud, and data-center technologies, with a focus on

Qualifications

• 1-year relevant pre/post-sales experience and bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field subject.
• OR 3 years’ experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assess customer project requirements
• Align client needs with Fortinet solutions
• Partner with internal peers to pursue sales opportunities
• Supply Networking/Security guidance in pre-sale engagements
• Cross team collaboration
• Continuous learning to maintain technical leadership in data center, SDN, cloud, security, networking

Skills

Cybersecurity fundamentals

Cyber threat management

Networking fundamentals

Critical thinking

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or CS/CE

Job description

Fortinet seeks an Inside Systems Engineer to work with SLED sales teams, supporting the sales organization in pre-sales, opportunity management, and customer success. You will enable engagements across new and existing accounts, discover IT business goals, and craft solutions using the Fortinet portfolio.

Presentations to customers or partners will be core to the role. The position emphasizes technical leadership in cybersecurity, networking, cloud, and data-center technologies, with a focus on