Systems Engineer - Ticino

Job Description

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.

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 Italian and English and confidence presenting in both languages are essential.

• 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

This position is part of the Swiss Territory Sales Organization  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.

Deliver engaging, informative, and customer-focused demonstrations that showcase Fortinet’s market-leading technology and innovation.

Conduct technical enablement sessions—online and on-site for Fortinet partners, helping them deepen their technical expertise and successfully position Fortinet solutions.

Support the planning, setup, and execution of PoCs using Fortinet solutions, ensuring technical success and strengthening customer confidence in Fortinet as the best security platform on the market.

Ensure that sales teams are equipped with the latest technical knowledge, best practices, and competitive insights to succeed in customer engagements.

Pre-Sales Systems Engineering at Fortinet is a highly respected and rewarding role. You will work with cutting-edge technology, solve meaningful security challenges, and be part of a high-performing, collaborative team.

This role is home-office based in Ticino, with access to Fortinet offices in Zurich and Lausanne. You will typically support customers and partners within your region. Fortinet supports flexible working models and trusts employees to manage their time responsibly, enabling a healthy work–life balance.

Fortinet invests heavily in your success. You will benefit from a comprehensive onboarding program, structured enablement sessions, mentorship, and continuous access to industry-leading technical training and Fortinet certification programs…