Specialised Systems Engineer (SSE) – Lan Edge (Rome or Milan)

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 Specialised Systems Engineer (SSE) to contribute to the success of our rapidly growing business.

You would act as the SSE and serve as the center of excellence for our Lan Edge solutions, including Switch, Access Point, and Network Access Control, within the assigned territory.

This role covers all of Italy and Malta, and we can consider applicants based in either Milan or Rome.

As a Specialised Systems Engineer (SSE) – Lan Edge, you will:

• Lead pre-sales activities for the Lan Edge platform and design and implement best practices
• Maintain knowledge of competitive products and services
• Respond to industry analyst inquiries and become the trusted advisor for our complete Lan Edge platform
• Attend customer meetings and provide expert opinion on Lan Edge design and architecture
• Publish reference architectures for specific use cases
• Dedicate a percentage of your time to ongoing training and education for new technologies
• Help drive technical webinars and hands-on demos
• Publish public information such as white papers and blogs on relevant technology topics
• Participate in continuous active networking within the industry to build relationships and awareness
• Lead client and partner engagement in collaboration with internal account teams

We Are Looking For:

An insightful and influential collaborator to join our team. We encourage you to apply for this position if you have the following qualities:

• Demonstrable experience and success in roles such as Systems Engineer, Consulting SE, or Network Security Solution Architect
• In-depth knowledge and technical sales experience in network and security environments
• Comfortable in public speaking with strong presentation and demo skills
• Strong documentation and technical writing capabilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, cross-functional environment
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; graduate degree is favorable

Why 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 you with your overall health and financial well-being. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.

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.