Systems Engineer
Pubblicato il 13-08-2026 - Fortinet in Roma
Systems Engineer – Public Sector (PAC/Defence)
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 to support our Public Sector team, with a specific focus on PAC/Defence
customers operating in highly sensitive and mission‑critical environments.
As a Systems Engineer – Public Sector (PAC/Defence), you will:
* Lead all technical aspects of the sales cycle for Defence, national security,
and government‑aligned organisations, including responding to RFIs, RFPs, and
RFQs.
* Manage and coordinate Proof of Concept (PoC) activities, ensuring alignment
with strict security, accreditation, and operational requirements common in
Defence and classified environments.
* Serve as the primary technical point of contact for PAC/Defence customers and
partners, working closely with your sales counterpart to support account
strategy and mission outcomes.
* Develop a deep understanding of customer requirements, including secure
communications, classified networks, cross‑domain solutions, and compliance
frameworks relevant to Defence and national security.
* Architect solutions that demonstrate Fortinet’s value in high‑assurance,
high‑availability, and highly regulated environments, differentiating us in
competitive and sensitive procurement cycles.
* Confidently present Fortinet’s solutions in customer meetings, whiteboarding
sessions, technical deep dives, and documentation tailored to Defence and
government stakeholders.
* Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of Fortinet products and solutions, as well as
the evolving threat landscape, adversary tactics, and technology trends
impacting Defence and national security missions.
* Effectively manage multiple projects and priorities while delivering a
consistently positive experienc