OT Business Development Engineer leading technical engagements with customers for cybersecurity solutions. Collaborating across teams to deliver effective OT security solutions and workshops.
Responsibilities
Lead technical engagements with customers, partners, and resellers to position Fortinet’s OT and Critical Infrastructure Security solutions
Act as the technical subject matter expert (SME) for OT security, supporting Sales, Pre-Sales Engineers, and partners throughout the sales cycle
Drive technical discovery sessions to understand customer OT/ICS environments and align Fortinet solutions to business and operational requirements
Design and deliver technical demonstrations, workshops, and proof-of-concepts (POCs) to validate solution value and accelerate deal closure
Collaborate with Account Managers and Business Development teams to identify, qualify, and develop OT-focused opportunities and pipeline
Support partners and resellers in architecting and positioning OT security solutions
Develop and deliver technical enablement sessions (in-person and virtual) to increase OT security competency
Create and maintain technical collateral, competitive positioning material, and demo assets to support field teams and partner ecosystem
Provide guidance on solution design, sizing, and architecture for complex OT environments
Act as a technical escalation point for strategic opportunities and critical customer engagements
Represent Fortinet as a technical evangelist at industry events, conferences, and customer briefings focused on OT and critical infrastructure
Collaborate with Product Management and Marketing teams to provide field feedback and influence OT product strategy and go-to-market initiatives.
Requirements
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity threats, network security technologies, and OT/ICS environments
Hands-on experience with Operational Technology systems, including SCADA, ICS, and industrial protocols
Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (L1–L7) including Routing, Switching, LAN/WAN, VPN, and network security
Knowledge of key OT and IT protocols and technologies such as TCP/IP, IPSec, SSL, and industrial protocols
Familiarity with OT security frameworks and standards (IEC 62443, NERC CIP, NIST)
5+ years of experience in pre-sales engineering, sales engineering, or technical business development within cybersecurity or networking
Experience designing and delivering POCs, technical workshops, and customer-facing presentations
Strong understanding of identity and authentication systems (LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+, Active Directory, PKI)
Experience with Windows and/or UNIX/Linux system administration
Industry experience in critical infrastructure sectors such as energy, utilities, oil & gas, manufacturing, mining, or transportation
Experience working with channel partners, resellers, and distributors
Excellent communication skills to translate complex technical concepts into business value
Strong presentation skills engaging audiences from technical engineers to executive stakeholders
Self-motivated, highly organized, able to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across distributed teams
Relevant technical certifications (Fortinet NSE or equivalent vendor certifications) are a plus.
Benefits
100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
Health Spending Account and Personal Spending Account
Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP)
Critical illness, disability, and life insurance
Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match
Competitive Paid Time Off and flexible leave policies, including paid health days
Eligible to participate in Fortinet equity program
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