Systems Engineer – SECOPS

Fortinet

. Lead all technical aspects of customer sales cycles, from RFIs through RFPs and RFQs .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeBudapest • HungaryMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in security technology, particularly in encryption and authentication, while effectively managing customer relationships and technical sales processes. Proficient in communicating complex technical concepts and maintaining accurate technical information in Salesforce CRM.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CISSP AccreditationNetwork Security KnowledgeCustomer Relationship ManagementTechnical Communication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

EncryptionAuthenticationFirewall TechnologiesProxy TechnologiesRemote Access SolutionsWAN TechnologiesSOC SolutionsCloud SolutionsIntrusion DetectionRouting and Switching

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCustomer Relationship BuildingEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Salesforce CRM

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeCISSP Accreditation

Industry Keywords

Technical SalesCustomer Sales CyclesRFIRFPRFQProofs of ConceptTechnical RequirementsCompetitive LandscapeTechnical White PapersDesign Considerations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all technical aspects of customer sales cycles, from RFIs through RFPs and RFQs
Manage projects and actively participate in proofs of concept with internal teams, customers and commercial partners
Understand customer technical requirements and build solutions that outperform competitors
Serve as the primary technical contact for customers and partners in collaboration with sales
Maintain knowledge of Fortinet products, solutions and the competitive landscape
Position Fortinet solutions remotely or in person through whiteboarding, technical white papers, technical plans and customer discussions
Manage multiple deals simultaneously while maintaining a positive customer experience
Maintain accurate customer and prospect technical information in Salesforce CRM

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree
High aptitude for security technology, specifically encryption and authentication
Knowledge of network security, intrusion detection, anti-virus, routing, switching, LAN and WAN desirable
CISSP accreditation beneficial
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and impact on key wins
Ability to build and maintain customer relationships
Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to external and internal stakeholders
Strong understanding of at least one of: firewall, proxy, remote access, WAN technologies, SOC or cloud solutions
Ability to highlight important design considerations to customers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent training and development opportunities
Open working environment with collaborative and transparent knowledge sharing
Opportunity to be part of an innovative, collaborative and winning team
Competitive salary and incentive compensation package
Stock awards
Health and welfare benefits
Supportive work environment
Total Rewards package supporting overall health and financial well-being