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We are currently seeking a dynamic Solution Architect/Expert to contribute to the success of our rapidly growing business.\nAs a Solution Architect, you will:\nBe a part of the Security Solution Development team and become the Center of Excellence for Security Platform technologies areas and associated Fortinet products/solutions.\nThis role requires a versatile technology professional who can engage with CXOs, IT leadership, security teams, architects, and operations teams while also being capable of hands-on demonstrations, proof-of-concepts (PoCs), troubleshooting, and solution implementation.\nThe Solution Architect will work closely with account teams, business development teams, Consulting SE teams, Partners, and Customer stakeholders to position Fortinet's cybersecurity and networking solutions as strategic enablers of digital transformation initiatives across various sectors, including enterprises and commercial sectors, telco/service providers, and governments.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nTechnical Design AuthorityAct as the primary technical advisor for assigned target sector accounts\nDesign end-to-end secure architectures aligned with customer business and security requirements\nLead technical discovery workshops, solution design sessions, and architecture reviews\nDevelop solution blueprints, reference architectures, and technical recommendations\nCustomer Engagement\nPresent complex technical concepts to both technical and executive audiences\nBuild trusted advisor relationships with CISOs, CIOs, CTOs, enterprise architects, and infrastructure teams\nSupport RFPs, RFIs, tenders, technical compliance documentation, and bid responses\nHands-On Technical Execution\nLead and execute Proof of Concepts (PoCs), Proof of Value (PoVs), and technical evaluations\nPerform solution deployment, integration, migration, and troubleshooting activities when required\nConduct technical demonstrations, workshops, and customer training sessions\nSupport escalated technical issues and collaborate with internal engineering and support teams\nEvangelist\nPublish public information, such as whitepapers and blogs around salient technology topics\nDraft architecture papers for in-depth analysis and reasoning for technology adoption\nContinuous active networking within the industry to build relationships and awareness\n\nYour Skills & Experience:\nSecurity & Architecture Consulting\nArchitect Solutions covering:o Network Security (Next-Gen FW, IPS/IDSS)\no Secure SD-WAN\no SASE and Zero Trust Architecture\no VPN Technologies\no SIEM and SOAR\no Endpoint Security\no Threat Intelligence\no Cloud Security\no Data Center Security\no Identity and Access Management\no Application Security\n\nCross-Functional Collaborationo Work closely with account teams(xAMs Presales SEs), channel partners, system integrators, and consulting organizations.\no Support strategic account planning and technology roadmaps.\no Provide technical mentorship to partners and internal teams.\no Contribute to solution strategy for large and complex projects.\n\nWe are looking for:\nAn insightful and influential collaborator to join our team. We encourage you to apply for this position if you have the following qualities:\nA self-motivated, independent thinker who can see deals through the whole sales cycle.\nStrong analytical, communication and presentation skills to evaluate complex problems to find a systematic approach to gain a quick resolution.\nAbility to present and communicate with a large audience with a good level of influence.\nExcellent presentation and demo skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills, with a team-first mindset.\nExperience in presales, solution development, or consultancy would be plus.\nAbility to work independently with little direction - travel will be required in territory.\n\nWhy Join Us?\nAt Fortinet, we embrace diversity and inclusivity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and identities. 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