Named Account Manager, SLED

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Hiring Remotely in Boston, MA, USA
In-Office or Remote
200K-270K Annually
Mid level
Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Sell Fortinet networking and security solutions into state, local, and education (SLED) accounts. Develop territory plans, build executive relationships, manage RFP/RFI and contract negotiations, and drive deals to meet sales targets and long-term partnerships.
Summary Generated by Built In

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 Named Account Manager, SLED in Boston, MA to contribute to the success of our rapidly growing business.

 

As a Named Accounts Manager, SLED you will:

  • Drive direct sales engagements into SLED accounts within your assigned territory. 
  • Create and implement territory plans to achieve deployments of Fortinet solutions to a set of assigned, existing accounts and new logo prospects, within your assigned territory. 
  • Develop executive relationships with key buyers and influencers and leverage these relationships to achieve quarterly sales goals. 
  • Coordinate with internal teams to deliver winning contract bids, proposals, RFI/RFP responses, and Statements of Work. 
  • Negotiate terms of business with clients to achieve mutually beneficial results and long-term partnerships. 
  • Build and promote the Company’s position as the worldwide leader in Unified Threat Management

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We Are Looking For:

An insightful and influential collaborator to join our team. We encourage you to apply for this position if you have the following qualities:

  • Experienced Tech Sales professional with an understanding of the selling into SLED accounts (state, local gov’t, K-12, and higher edu).
  • Previous experience designing business plans and market strategies to increase sales
  • Experience in selling network and/or security solutions 
  • Track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas
  • Excellent presentation skills for different audiences
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to move deals through the selling cycle
  • Motivated, proactive, and results-oriented mindset
  • Candidates who excel in dynamic, fast-paced environments
  • Previous experience in network security and familiarity with technologies such as VPN, Firewall, Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, Intrusion Prevention, and Content Filtering

 

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.

Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program. 

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. On target earnings for this position is expected to be $200,000 - $270,000 per year.  Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, and this position is also eligible for commissions based on the terms of the Sales Compensation Plan


About Us
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) secures the largest enterprise, service provider, and government organizations around the world. Fortinet empowers its customers with intelligent, seamless protection across the expanding attack surface and the power to take on ever-increasing performance requirements of the borderless network - today and into the future. Only the Fortinet Security Fabric architecture can deliver security without compromise to address the most critical security challenges, whether in networked, application, cloud or mobile environments. Fortinet ranks number one in the most security appliances shipped worldwide and more than 500,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].
 
Fortinet is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our company, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military/veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.

Skills Required

  • Experienced Tech Sales professional with an understanding of selling into SLED accounts (state, local government, K-12, higher education).
  • Previous experience designing business plans and market strategies to increase sales.
  • Experience in selling network and/or security solutions.
  • Track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
  • Excellent presentation skills for different audiences.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to move deals through the selling cycle.
  • Motivated, proactive, and results-oriented mindset; able to excel in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
  • Previous experience in network security and familiarity with VPN, Firewall, Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, Intrusion Prevention, and Content Filtering technologies.

Fortinet Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Fortinet and has not been reviewed or approved by Fortinet.

  • Affordable Benefits Medical coverage includes a no-premium HDHP option with HSA funding alongside PPO/HMO choices, reducing employee costs at enrollment. Eligibility starts on the date of hire and includes company-paid life and disability coverage.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Mental-health access through Modern Health and an EAP offers therapy, coaching, and counseling resources. Lifestyle extras such as legal assistance, commuter benefits, pet-insurance discounts, and subsidized meals and snacks enhance everyday support.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Compensation packages include annual bonuses, sales commissions, and stock awards. Earnings potential can be strong in sales when quotas are realistic and attainment is high.

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The Company
HQ: Sunnyvale, CA
10,357 Employees
Year Founded: 2000

What We Do

Fortinet develops and sells cybersecurity solutions.

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