5-7 years of pre-sales experience in security solutions
Hands-on experience with architectural administration in various environments
Proficient in designing comprehensive network and security solutions
Familiarity with advanced technologies like Zero Trust and AI
Strong communication skills, especially in technical writing and presentations
Experience with RFP responses is advantageous
Bilingual in French and English is a plus
Responsibilities
Collaborate with sales representatives to create secure platform solutions
Design and propose technical security solutions for clients
Lead proof of concept evaluations and technical workshops
Identify technical opportunities to enhance pipeline growth
Facilitate effective communication across teams and departments
Model professionalism and integrity in all interactions
Articulate a compelling vision as an industry leader
Benefits
Flexible travel opportunities within designated regions
Opportunity to work in a rapidly growing business
Engagement in innovative security technologies
Professional development through workshops and events
Collaborative team environment fostering communication and teamwork
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Presales Security Expert- Public Sector to be a part of enabling the success of our rapidly growing business
Presales Security Expert- Public Sector, you will:
Extensive experience in pre-sales designing and proposing secure platform solutions
Hands on experience in architectural administration, proving designs in simulated and production environments.
Building technical security solutions, proving their viability and providing technological justifications
Ability to design complete network, cloud and security solutions providing strong technical Roadmaps
Knowledge in the following architectural technologies: Secure Networking, Secure Wireless, Private/Public Cloud, SD WAN, SASE, Zero trust, AI, Automation, Sec Ops, Operational Technology, Forensics & IR response
Strong presentation and white boarding skills
Strong communication and written skills, including responding to technical RFPs.
Proactively identify technical opportunities within the field to increase pipeline growth and team prosperity
Leading proof of concept valuations, technical workshops and events
Become a passionate industry leader that can articulate a compelling vision
Model a high standard of performance, professionalism, and integrity in all interactions
Facilitate effective communication and teamwork across departments or teams
Previous Vendor or Reseller experience is an asset
We Are Looking For:
Pre-sales – Collaborate with your assigned Sales Representative to develop secure platform solutions
Experience in LAN/WAN/Internet services administration
Ability to design network and security solutions, effectively utilize Visio, ability to create BOMs (Bill of Materials)
Knowledge of the following technologies: Routing, Switching, VPN, LAN, WAN, Network Security, Stateful Firewalling, NGFW, Firewall policies, Identity based policies, NAT, IPS, AntiMalware, Botnet, Application Control, DDoS, Web Filtering, SDN
Strong understanding in the following technologies and protocols: TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, supernetting and subnetting, DNS, HTTP, SMTP, RADIUS, LDAP, Active Directory, PKI, IKE,
Experience with encryption and authentication technologies required
Strong technical troubleshooting skills desired
Strong presentation skills
Strong communication and writing skills. Previous experience of responding to RFPs is beneficial.
White board skills are beneficial.
Previous Vendor or Reseller experience is an asset
Bilingual French and English
Flexible with travel. Travel will primarily be within the SEs designated region but may also include occasional travel to other regions.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
About Fortinet
Fortinet is a cybersecurity company that provides network security solutions to businesses, service providers, and government organizations worldwide. The company's products and services include firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention systems, endpoint security, and more. Fortinet was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.