[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Fortinet jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Fortinet · United States # Systems Engineer - Federal Civilian United States Full-time $165,500 - $236,500 Operations Listed on Fortinet’s official careers site. Posted May 8, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Fortinet’s careers site →](https://evpq.fa.us8.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/10078) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Fortinet](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/) / Systems Engineer - Federal Civilian ## Job description We are looking for a Systems Engineer to work closely with an assigned Account Manager to support Federal Civilian accounts. The Systems Engineer's main mission will be to support the sales organization in all technical matters regarding pre-sales, sales calls, and post-sales technical follow-up. We are seeking a self-starter with extensive pre-sales experience, polished presentation skills, and ability to negotiate large, complex sales cycles. The ideal candidate will have a strong networking and security background and experience with Fortinet products. ### Responsibilities Pre-sales - assist in qualifying sales leads from a technical standpoint. Sales calls - be the main technical resource on sales calls and answer/educate the customer on topics ranging from features, specifications, and functionality to solution integration. Maintain expert level product knowledge of Fortinet's solutions and understand advantages over key competitors. Collaborate with Fortinet Federal teams and customers to architect secure network services for Federal agencies utilizing and leveraging all capabilities in Fortinet's products. Create and deliver presentations on site or via web conferencing tools. Lead and support proof of concept/value demonstrations, to include establishing success criteria in coordination with customers. Provide post-sales training and ongoing assistance to customers, ensuring they can effectively utilize Fortinet solutions. Leverage or create technical marketing collateral such as white papers and solution briefs of Fortinet products to appeal to partners and customers. ### Requirements Networking / Security Skills 7+ years’ experience in LAN/WAN/Internet services administration and network security products such as: NGFW and IDS/IPS. Strong understanding of TCP/IP. ### Expert knowledge of the following technologies Routing, Switching, MPLS, VPN, and SDWAN. Experience with dynamic routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and ISIS. ### Knowledge of the following technologies ADVPN, LAN, WAN, IPS, DLP, AntiVirus, Web Filtering, NAC. ### Strong understanding of the following technologies and protocols RADIUS, LDAP, SAML, PKI, IPSEC/ESP, Firewall, Deep Packet Inspection, 802.1X, 802.1Q, SSH, SSL/TLS,SSL/TLS Decryption, Syslog, Encryption Ciphers. Strong understanding of vulnerabilities, exploits, malware, ransomware, etc. Virtualization Understanding and knowledge of virtualization technologies such as: KVM, ESXi, HyperV, and OpenStack. Working knowledge of public cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. General 4+ years’ experience in pre-sales support as a sales or systems engineer covering Federal Civilian Executive Branch customers, and the ability to work complex, long-term sale engagements in a technical role. Knowledge of Federal compliance requirements for Federal agencies and partners to include, but not limited to FIPS 140-2/3, TIC 3.0, CDM, DOD STIG, CSfC, CMMC, and NIST 800-53/171/207. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; ability to analyze difficult problems in complex environments using a systematic approach. Knowledge of competitive network and security products. Expert communication and presentation skills. Ability to travel domestically. ### Other Preferred Skills Experience developing and utilizing TCL, Perl, Python, and other programing/scripting languages. Expertise with Linux and various Linux/Unix scripting languages. DEVOPS experience with APIs, YAML, JSON, NETCONF, OpenConfig. ### Education Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Engineering. Graduate degree preferred. Training and certifications within the network security field. NSE-8/FCX, CCIE, JNCIE, CISSP level certifications preferred. ### Salary Range / On Target Earnings $165,500 - $236,500 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: May 8, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 163 days - Location: United States - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $165,500 - $236,500[Apply on Fortinet’s careers site →](https://evpq.fa.us8.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/10078) ## More jobs at Fortinet ### [Professional Services Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/jobs/b953be482153a11e7a8f/) United States ### [Senior Systems Engineer, DoW](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/jobs/449f20284ffc682967c3/) United States ### [Sales Operations Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fortinet/jobs/e378976d9139812a7e81/) United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Inside Sales Renewals Expert - Federal Civilian](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oracle/jobs/91341370e7d22d2bd90b/) Oracle · United States ### [Federal Knowledge Lead](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oracle/jobs/4a58c545b16a3123e9aa/) Oracle · United States ### [Systems Engineer - Iowa](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ruan-transportation/jobs/938b2383ff8c836d7ddd/) Ruan Transportation · United States ### [Virtual Sales Account Executive- Splunk Federal Civilian (Remote)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cisco-systems/jobs/6ac31be809ac483cb49a/) Cisco Systems · Mclean, Virginia, United States of America ### [Chief Technology Officer (US Federal Civilian) - CTJ - Secret](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/426a6fefc8926a5290ad/) Microsoft · United States, District of Columbia, Washington D.C., Virginia, Reston, Maryland, Annapolis Junction OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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