Networking Presales Engineer

Focus Technology Solutions•Boston, MA

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

We're seeking a customer-first networking expert who excels at transforming complex challenges into smart, secure solutions. As a Networking Presales Engineer, you will collaborate with sales teams to design, validate, and present technology solutions that meet customer requirements. This high-impact role involves leading technical discovery, architecting customized solutions using various technologies, and guiding opportunities from inception to handover. You will bring both technical expertise and business acumen to every interaction.

Requirements

5+ years in presales engineering
Cisco switching, routing, and enterprise networking
SD-WAN and edge networking
Fortinet, Cisco and Palo Alto firewall/security platforms
SASE / SSE architectures
Zero Trust networking strategies
Experience designing LAN, WAN, and WLAN technologies
Proficient in network routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, HSRP
Wireless design experience, including RF predictions
Experience in network security, such as designing firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, encryption, authentication, architectures
Experience working with diverse environments
Proficient in datacenter networking design
Familiar with datacenter networking standards, regulations, and best practices
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to travel to customer sites and datacenter locations as needed
Strong Fortinet, Cisco and/or Palo Alto expertise required
Network security and segmentation design experience
Enterprise network architecture experience
Collaboration architecture experience is a plus

Nice To Haves

VAR, MSP, or integrator experience preferred
Collaboration architecture experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Partner with Account Executives to qualify networking opportunities
Lead discovery sessions on network architecture and security posture
Design solutions using Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto technologies
Develop BOMs, SOWs, and architecture diagrams
Deliver presentations, demos, and proof-of-concepts
Collaborate with delivery teams for successful handoffs
Obtain and/or maintain technical skills and certifications required to meet the requirements of our customers
All other duties as assigned