Presales Systems Engineer - Southern Germany

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Presales Systems Engineer – Cybersecurity – Southern Germany Location: home office in the region At Fortinet, we are shaping the future of cybersecurity and networking. As a global leader in cybersecurity, we help organizations protect their digital environments and securely accelerate their digital transformation. We are looking for a passionate IT security professional who enjoys working at the intersection of technology, customers, and business impact. If you thrive on translating complex technical challenges into clear, compelling solutions and enjoy close collaboration with customers and partners, this role is for you. Fluency in both German and English and confidence presenting in both languages are essential. Why You’ll Love This Role Work with one of the industry’s strongest and broadest cybersecurity portfolios Be trusted as a technical authority and strategic advisor, not just a demo resource Influence customer security architectures and long-term strategy Benefit from continuous enablement, certifications, and career development at Fortinet Enjoy high autonomy while being supported by a strong regional and global team Your Role This position is part of the German Sales Organization at Fortinet. As a trusted technical advisor, you will work closely with prospective and existing customers to understand their business and technical requirements and demonstrate how Fortinet’s Security Fabric addresses their security challenges. You will design and deliver persuasive technical presentations, product demonstrations, and Proof of Concepts (PoCs) that clearly articulate Fortinet’s value and differentiation. You will collaborate closely with sales teams, partners, and fellow systems engineers, as well as with solution architects, consulting systems engineers, and other internal stakeholders, building long-term relationships based on trust, expertise, and shared success. You will play a key role in winning strategic customers, accelerating deal cycles through technical leadership, and helping organizations build secure, scalable architectures with Fortinet solutions. What You Will Do Product Demonstrations: Deliver engaging, informative, and customer-focused demonstrations that showcase Fortinet’s market-leading technology and innovation. Training & Workshops: Conduct technical enablement sessions—online and on-site—for Fortinet partners, helping them deep…