Systems Engineer

Fortinet

. Lead all technical aspects of the sales cycle, from initial RFIs through RFPs and RFQs when required.

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • KyrgyzstanMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing technical aspects of the sales cycle, including RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs, while effectively communicating complex security technology solutions to diverse stakeholders. Proven ability to build customer relationships and maintain accurate technical information in Salesforce CRM.

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Pre-Sales Engineering ExperienceCISSP AccreditationNetwork Security KnowledgeCustomer Relationship ManagementTechnical Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

EncryptionAuthenticationIntrusion DetectionRoutingSwitchingLANWANRADIUSPKIIPSEC

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCustomer Relationship BuildingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Salesforce CRMFortinet Products

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSP

Industry Keywords

Technical SalesSecurity TechnologyTechnical ClosureFirewallSSLSSH3DES

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all technical aspects of the sales cycle, from initial RFIs through RFPs and RFQs when required.
Manage project activities and actively participate in proofs of concept with internal teams, customers, and commercial partners.
Listen to and understand customer technical requirements and build competitive solutions.
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers and partners in collaboration with the sales partner.
Continuously improve knowledge of Fortinet products and solutions and maintain understanding of the competitive landscape.
Position Fortinet solutions remotely or in person through whiteboarding, technical white papers, technical plans, and customer discussions.
Manage time across multiple simultaneous deals while maintaining a positive customer experience.
Maintain accurate activity, contact, and account technical information for customers and prospects in Salesforce CRM.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree.
High aptitude for security technology, specifically encryption and authentication.
Further knowledge of network security, intrusion detection, anti-virus, routing, switching, LAN and WAN desirable.
CISSP accreditation beneficial.
Current or previous experience in a pre-sales engineer role, managing end-to-end technical aspects of deals through technical closure.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and impact on key wins.
Ability to build and maintain customer relationships.
Ability to communicate technically to a range of external and internal stakeholders.
Strong understanding of RADIUS, PKI, IKE, Certificates, L2TP, IPSEC, FIREWALL, 802.1Q, MD5, SSH, SSL, SHA1, DES, and 3DES.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent training and development opportunities, providing you with all the tools you need to be successful.
An open working environment, sharing knowledge and information collaboratively and transparently, with respect to everyone’s thoughts and opinions.
The opportunity to be part of an innovative, collaborative and winning team.
A competitive salary and incentive compensation package, including stock awards, health and welfare benefits.
Supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support overall health and financial well-being.