Sales Engineer, SLED

Fortinet; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick time

Comprehensive leave program

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity company is looking for a SLED, Sales Engineer for Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA. Candidates should have 5-8 years of pre-sales support experience and strong knowledge of networking technologies. The role involves assisting in qualifying leads, serving as a technical resource during sales calls, and providing post-sales training. The position offers a competitive salary between $190,000 - $300,000, depending on qualifications, and includes various benefits such as medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of experience in technical/pre-sales support as a sales or systems engineer.
• Strong knowledge of various networking technologies and protocols.
• Experienced sales professional with understanding of the technology sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist in qualifying sales leads from a technical standpoint.
• Serve as the primary technical resource during sales calls.
• Act as the main technical contact for assigned accounts.

Skills

Technical/pre-sales support

Networking technologies

RADIUS

PKI

LAN/WAN/Internet services administration

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 for Healthcare to be a part of enabling the success of our rapidly growing business.

Responsibilities

• Pre‑sales: Assist in qualifying sales leads from a technical standpoint, understanding customer requirements, and providing relevant technical information

• Sales calls: 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

• Post‑sales: Act as the main technical contact for assigned accounts, actively engaging with the technical support team and engineering to promptly address and resolve customer's 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.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 year's experience in technical/pre‑sales support as a sales or systems engineer
• 5 - 7 year's 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

Benefits

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with 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 offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program.

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. On target earnings for this position is expected to be $190,000 - $300,000 per year. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, and this position is also eligible for commissions based on the terms of the Sales Compensation Plan.