Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer - Critical InfrastructureBe the First to ApplyJob InfoJob Identification 21525Job Category Systems EngineeringPosting Date 12/17/2025, 08:12 PMJob Schedule Full timeJob DescriptionSystems Engineer – Public Sector (Critical Infrastructure)Role Overview:Join Fortinet, a cybersecurity pioneer with over two decades of excellence, as we continue to shape the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. At Fortinet, our mission is to safeguard people, devices, and data everywhere. We are currently seeking a dynamic Systems Engineer – Public Sector (Critical Infrastructure) to support the growth of our rapidly expanding Public Sector business.In this role, you will act as the key technical advisor and trusted partner for customers across the Public Sector, with a particular focus on critical national infrastructure (CNI) organisations—including energy, utilities, transportation, healthcare, government agencies, and other essential services. You will drive technical enablement, solution design, and architectural leadership to help these organisations strengthen resilience and secure their mission‑critical environments.As a Systems Engineer – Public Sector (Critical Infrastructure), you will:Guide all technical aspects of the customer engagement process, from responding to RFIs to managing RFPs/RFQs and coordinating Proof of Concept activities with internal teams and strategic partnersInterpret and translate customer technical requirements—often within highly regulated or operationally sensitive environments—into secure, scalable, and resilient solutionsServe as the primary technical contact for Public Sector and CNI customers, working closely with the aligned sales team to support account strategy and long‑term customer successMaintain deep knowledge of Fortinet’s portfolio, including solutions relevant to OT/ICS, Zero Trust, secure networking, cloud security, and SOC modernisationStay informed on evolving cybersecurity threats, regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements impacting Public Sector and critical infrastructure organisationsCommunicate the value of Fortinet’s solutions clearly and confidently through presentations, whiteboarding, technical workshops, documentation, and architectural discussionsManage multiple engagements efficiently while delivering a responsive, high‑quality experience to customers with mission‑critical operational needsAccurately maintain technical details and activity records in our CRM (Salesforce) for customer and prospect accountsWe Are Looking For:An insightful, influential collaborator who thrives in complex, high‑stakes environments. You should apply if you have the following qualities:Strong understanding of cybersecurity technologies such as encryption, authentication, network security, intrusion prevention, malware protection, routing, switching, LAN/WANExperience in a pre‑sales engineering role, ideally supporting Public Sector, critical infrastructure, or regulated industriesFamiliarity with OT/ICS environments, SCADA systems, or the unique security challenges of operational technology is a strong plusAbility to address complex challenges and design solutions that support secure, resilient, and compliant operationsExcellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical topics for diverse audiences across technical, operational, and executive stakeholdersFamiliarity with technologies and protocols such as RADIUS, PKI, IKE, Certificates, L2TP, IPSEC, FIREWALL, 802.1Q, MD5, SSH, SSL, SHA1, DES, 3DESCISSP certification is a plus; additional OT‑focused certifications (e.g., GICSP) are advantageousWhy Join Us:At Fortinet, we embrace diversity and inclusivity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and identities. Explore our welcoming work environment designed for a rewarding career journey with an attractive Total Rewards package to support your overall health and financial well‑being. Join us in delivering solutions that protect and empower more than 660,000 customers around the globe—including the organisations that keep society running.We will only notify shortlisted candidates. Fortinet will not entertain any unsolicited resumes; please refrain from sending them to any Fortinet employees or Fortinet email aliases. Should any agency submit resumes to Fortinet, these resumes—if considered—will be assumed to have been provided free of any related fees or charges.#J-18808-Ljbffr