Systems Engineer Service Provider

IMPORTANT: Candidates must already be based in the UK with full right to work.

Join Fortinet a global cybersecurity leader with over two decades of innovation as we continue to shape the future of secure digital transformation. Our mission is to protect people devices and data everywhere and were looking for a talented Systems Engineer to help us deliver on that mission across the UKs Service Provider market.

Were looking for a customer-focused Systems Engineer to support our UK Service Provider business working alongside our sales teams to engage directly with leading telecommunications service providers and network this customer-facing pre-sales role youll partner directly with customers to design position and demonstrate Fortinets market-leading cybersecurity solutions across large-scale carrier-grade environments.

Our roles span specialisms including multi-tenant security architectures SOC technologies cloud security SASE SD-WAN and broader cybersecurity design for service delivery. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the partners and customers we support.

As a Systems Engineer at Fortinet youll be a trusted technical advisor to our customers and account teams working closely throughout the sales cycle to drive adoption of Fortinets industry-leading security solutions. Youll play a key role from discovery and solution design through to proof-of-concept and deployment helping Service Provider customers solve complex security and networking challenges with confidence.

• Lead technical engagements across the sales lifecycle including discovery solution design presentations and proof-of-concepts (PoCs)
• Partner directly with telecommunications service providers and network operators to understand their business and technical requirements translating these into effective Fortinet solutions
• Design and position scalable carrier-grade security architectures across networking cloud and security environments
• Deliver engaging product demonstrations architecture workshops and whiteboarding sessions to both technical and executive audiences
• Work cross-functionally with customers internal account teams and Fortinet specialists to ensure successful solution delivery
• Maintain deep expertise across Fortinets portfolio industry trends and emerging cybersecurity threats
• Support RFI/RFP responses and ensure accurate technical documentation within Salesforce
• Act as a trusted technical advisor providing guidance and mentorship to colleagues and sharing best practices across the wider Systems Engineering organisation

Were looking for technically skilled customer-focused professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex challenges. You may be a great fit if you have:

• Experience in a pre-sales engineering technical consulting or customer-facing technical role
• Experience supporting telecommunications service providers network operators or other large-scale Service Provider environments
• Knowledge of cybersecurity technologies including Network Security SASE SD-WAN Zero Trust SOC technologies and Cloud Security
• An understanding of carrier-grade networking multi-tenant architectures MPLS/IP networking managed security services or large-scale service delivery environments would be advantageous
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to build trusted relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
• A desire to contribute to a high-performing and inclusive team
• Industry certifications such as Fortinet NSE/FCP CISSP CCNP or equivalent are an advantage

At Fortinet we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. Were committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Youll join a collaborative team with access to continuous learning career development and a Total Rewards package that supports your health well-being and financial future.

Lets build the future of cybersecurity together.