Sales Engineer SLED

Zoomcar; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Total Rewards package

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Fortinet, a leader in cybersecurity, is seeking a dynamic SLED Sales Engineer to bolster our sales team. This role focuses on qualifying sales leads technically and providing detailed customer support throughout the sales process.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in networking technologies and strong presentation skills. This is a unique opportunity to join a company that values diversity and provides a competitive Total Rewards package.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in technical/pre-sales support.
• 5-7 years of experience in networking services administration.
• Strong knowledge of encryption and authentication technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in qualifying sales leads from a technical standpoint.
• Demonstrate proficiency in networking applications and solutions.
• Provide post-sales training and ongoing assistance to customers.

Skills

Technical sales support

Networking technologies

Customer engagement

Presentation skills

Job description

Join Fortinet, a cybersecurity pioneer with over two decades of excellence, as we continue to shape the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. At Fortinet, our mission is to safeguard people, devices, and data everywhere. We are currently seeking a dynamic SLED, Sales Engineer to enable the success of our rapidly growing business.

As an SLED Sales Engineer, you will:

• Assist in qualifying sales leads from a technical standpoint, understanding customer requirements, and providing relevant technical information.
• Serve as the primary technical resource during sales calls, addressing customer inquiries, educating them about features, specifications, and functionality, as well as integration possibilities.
• Demonstrate proficiency in networking applications and solutions, highlighting the value proposition of Fortinet products and services.
• Act as the main technical contact for assigned accounts, engaging with the technical support team and engineering to promptly address and resolve customers' technical issues.
• Provide post‑sales training and ongoing assistance to customers, ensuring they can effectively utilize Fortinet solutions.
• Travel throughout the territory to support the needs of the business.

Who We Are Looking for:

• 5–8 years of experience in technical/pre‑sales support as a sales or systems engineer.
• 5–7 years of experience in LAN/WAN/Internet services administration, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of networking technologies.
• Strong knowledge of RADIUS, PKI, IKE, certificates, L2TP, IPSEC, firewall, 802.1Q, MD5, SSH, SSL, SHA1, DES, 3DES technologies and protocols.
• Experienced sales professional with a deep understanding of the technology business sector.
• Familiarity with encryption and authentication technologies.
• Strong presentation skills, enabling effective communication with diverse audiences.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Why Join Us:

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support your overall health and financial well‑being.

Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.

Fortinet is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our company, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military/veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics in the location in which you apply.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].