Fortinet

Sales Engineer, SLED

Fortinet$200K — $240K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years of experience in technical/pre-sales support as a sales or systems engineer
  • 5-7 years in LAN/WAN/Internet services administration with a focus on networking technologies
  • Strong knowledge of critical networking protocols and technologies including RADIUS, PKI, IPSEC, and FIREWALL
  • Experienced in technology sales with a firm grasp of the sector
  • Familiarity with encryption and authentication technologies
  • Outstanding presentation skills for engaging diverse audiences

Responsibilities

  • Assist in qualifying sales leads from a technical perspective and understanding customer needs
  • Serve as the primary technical resource during sales calls, addressing inquiries and educating customers
  • Demonstrate proficiency in networking applications, showcasing Fortinet's value proposition
  • Act as the main technical contact for assigned accounts after sales, working with support and engineering teams
  • Provide post-sales training and support to ensure effective use of Fortinet solutions
  • Travel within the territory to support business needs

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
  • 11 paid holidays plus vacation and sick time
  • Extensive leave program for employees
  • Equity program participation for all roles
  • Eligible for commissions based on sales performance
Full Job Description
Job Description

As an SLED Sales Engineer, you will:
  • 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.


Who We Are Looking for:

An insightful and influential collaborator to join our team. We encourage you to apply for this position if you have the following qualities:
  • 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


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 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 $200,000 - $240,000 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

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.
Learn more about Fortinet
Size
10,860 employees
Market Cap
$38.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$486.2 million
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+21.2%
Revenue
$2.5 billion
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