waypointjobs

Fortinet, Inc.

Sales Engineer, Majors Enterprise Houston, TX, United States (Remote) Posted on 07/23/2026 Be t[...]

houston, TX

Check who can apply and the requirements below before continuing.

This job is closed

Applications are no longer available for this announcement. Explore current related opportunities below.

Job description

We are seeking a Sales Engineer to partner with a Named Account Manager in a defined territory. This role is designed for a technically strong but strategically minded individual who thrives in customer-facing engagements. The Systems Engineer will act as a trusted advisor , guiding large enterprise organizations through cybersecurity transformation initiatives that span SecOps, Zero Trust, cloud, and network security.

Responsibilities

Partner with sales to qualify opportunities, define solution strategy, and align technical capabilities with customer business outcomes.

Lead discovery sessions, workshops, and security assessments that uncover operational and architectural requirements in complex enterprise environments .

Design and present secure architectures that incorporate networking, cloud, and SecOps components.

Deliver impactful presentations and demos to both technical stakeholders and executive decision-makers (CISOs, CIOs, CTOs, and business leaders) .

Customer Engagement & Strategy

Serve as the primary technical expert in sales cycles, guiding enterprise accounts through evaluation and decision processes.

Advise on cybersecurity strategies such as Zero Trust, SASE, cloud security, and SecOps modernization.

Build and maintain long-term trusted relationships with C-level executives and senior leadership , positioning yourself as a strategic advisor.

Translate technical concepts into business value discussions tailored for executive-level conversations.

Post-Sales Partnership

Support smooth deployment transitions by working closely with professional services, support, and customer success teams.

Provide roadmap guidance, operational reviews, and strategic check-ins to reinforce customer value realization.

Continue as a trusted advisor to enterprise leadership , ensuring ongoing alignment of their evolving needs with solution capabilities.

Required Skills & Experience

5-8 years experience in pre-sales or systems engineering roles in enterprise-scale cybersecurity, networking, or cloud environments .

Strong understanding of networking (LAN/WAN, routing, switching, VPNs, TCP/IP) and core security protocols (IPSec, TLS/SSL, PKI, SAML, OAuth, RADIUS, etc.) .

Ability to articulate and design solutions across:SecOps modernization (SIEM, SOAR, XDR)

Zero Trust and SASE architectures

Cloud and hybrid security (IaaS, SaaS, containerized workloads)

Identity and access management (MFA, SSO, PAM)

Excellent presentation, communication, and storytelling skills —capable of engaging both deeply technical audiences and executive decision-makers .

Proven track record of leading architectural discussions and aligning technical solutions with business priorities at the enterprise level .

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or vendor-specific credentials (e.g., NSE, CCNP Security, AWS Security Specialty).

Experience in consulting or advisory roles for large enterprise customers , especially in CISO/CIO-level conversations.

Familiarity with compliance and security frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2).

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to operate at the intersection of cybersecurity strategy, executive engagement, and customer success, influencing large-scale enterprise organizations as they modernize operations and adopt cutting-edge solutions. If you excel at combining technical depth with executive presence, this role will allow you to shape customer outcomes while growing your career in a dynamic security landscape.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Worksite address

houston, TX, 77246, US

Who can apply

Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.

Explore related searches

Current related jobs

GoodwinRecruiting

WhatJobs

Service Engineer

hackensack, NJ

See pay details in description

An established Machinery Manufacturing firm is looking for a Service Engineer to join their Team! The Service Engineer is tasked with installi…

Last received from source 2026-10-20View job

GoodwinRecruiting

WhatJobs

Civil/Structural Engineer

houston, TX

Salary not specified

Civil / Structural Engineer About the Role We are seeking a talented Civil/Structural Engineer to join our growing team specializing in the de…

Last received from source 2026-10-20View job

GoodwinRecruiting

WhatJobs

Civil Engineer PE

winter haven, FL

Salary not specified

Our client has an urgent need for a Civil Engineering PE for the land development division in their Clearwater location. Would you like to contin…

Last received from source 2026-10-20View job

GoodwinRecruiting

WhatJobs

Applications Engineer I

agawam, MA

Salary not specified

An established Machinery Manufacturing firm is looking for an Applications Engineer to join their Team! The Application Engineer is tasked wit…

Last received from source 2026-10-20View job

GoodwinRecruiting

WhatJobs

Field Service Engineer

elk grove village, IL

See pay details in description

An established Machinery Manufacturing firm is looking for a Field Service Engineer to join their Team! The Field Service Engineer is tasked w…

Last received from source 2026-10-20View job

GoodwinRecruiting

WhatJobs

Mechanical Engineer I

agawam, MA

Salary not specified

An established Machinery Manufacturing firm are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join their Team! Two companies have merged almost 4 decad…

Last received from source 2026-10-20View job