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Presales Security Expert NCR SLED

Edel Open
Remote Ottawa Full-time Mid-level Solutions & Sales Engineering

At a glance

Mid-level Solutions & Sales Engineering role at Edel. Remote, Canada · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate CA$115,275–CA$221,150.

Estimated pay

Edel has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

CA$115,275 – CA$221,150
What the middle half of mid-level solutions & sales engineering roles in Ottawa paid, among postings that did state a salary.
Worked out from 6 postings that stated pay, median CA$137,500. Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
RoleSolutions & Sales Engineering
SeniorityMid-level
LocationOttawa
WorkplaceRemote
EmploymentFull-time
PostedOct 27, 2026
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Design secure network, cloud and security architectures, then validate them in simulated or production settings
  • Build technical solutions and explain why they are viable, including clear roadmaps for customers
  • Work with account managers to address customer questions about product features, specifications, functions and integration
  • Lead proof-of-concept evaluations, technical workshops and customer or partner presentations
  • Resolve customer issues with TAC and other technical teams, while identifying opportunities across your accounts

What you bring

  • You have substantial presales experience designing and proposing secure platform solutions
  • You bring a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • You understand network security, routing and switching, plus the listed protocols and encryption methods
  • You can present technical ideas clearly, write responses to technical RFPs and explain designs to customers

Who this fits

This mid-level presales role suits someone who can pair customer-facing communication with hands-on security architecture and validation. You’ll collaborate with account managers and technical teams, mentor others, and travel mainly within your assigned region, with occasional trips elsewhere.

From the employer

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 Presales Security Expert- NCR SLED to be a part of enabling the success of our rapidly growing business.

Presales Security Expert- NCR SLED, you will:

  • Extensive experience in pre-sales designing and proposing secure platform solutions
  • Hands on experience in architectural administration, proving designs in simulated and production environments.
  • Building technical security solutions, proving their viability and providing technological justifications
  • Ability to design complete network, cloud and security solutions providing strong technical Roadmaps
  • Knowledge in the following architectural technologies: Secure Networking, Secure Wireless, Private/Public Cloud, SD WAN, SASE, Zero trust, AI, Automation, Sec Ops, Operational Technology, Forensics & IR response
  • Strong presentation and white boarding skills
  • Strong communication and written skills, including responding to technical RFPs.
  • Proactively identify technical opportunities within the field to increase pipeline growth and team prosperity
  • Leading proof of concept valuations, technical workshops and events
  • Become a passionate industry leader that can articulate a compelling vision
  • Model a high standard of performance, professionalism, and integrity in all interactions
  • Facilitate effective communication and teamwork across departments or teams
  • Previous Vendor or Reseller experience is an asset

We Are Looking For:

  • Pre-sales – Collaborate with your Account Manager to answer/ educate the customer on issues ranging from features, specifications and functionality to integration.
  • Strategizing about future services or capabilities customers may require within your account base.
  • Knowledge of the following technologies: Routing, Switching, VPN, LAN, WAN, Network Security, Stateful Firewalling, NGFW, Firewall policies, Identity based policies, NAT, IPS, AntiMalware, Botnet, Application Control, DDoS, Web Filtering, SDN
  • Strong understanding in the following technologies and protocols: TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, supernetting and subnetting, DNS, HTTP, SMTP, RADIUS, LDAP, Active Directory, PKI, IKE, Certificates, L2TP, SSL Decryption, SSL VPN, IPSEC, 802.1Q, VLANs, LACP, MD5, SSH, SSL, SHA1, SHA512, 3DES, AES
  • Experience with encryption and authentication technologies required
  • Support your customer through issue resolution by collaborating with TAC and other technical resources
  • Build technical business relationships with key customers and partners
  • Regularly interface, providing technology enablement in your region.
  • Presenting at events, seminars, customer and partner meetings
  • Working effectively to add value to you and your co-workers, be an asset to everyone on the team
  • Become an industry leader, feed your technical thirst and share your findings with other team members
  • Mentor others with your expertise while collaborating with a team of industry experts
  • Create an environment where all contributions and ideas are valuable, we win together, we lose together!
  • Flexible with travel. Travel will primarily be within the SEs designated region but may also include occasional travel to other regions.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Why Join Us:

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being. Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.

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