Major Accounts Manager - Canberra

Fortinet
CANBERRA +1 more
On-site

Who this role is best for

Candidates with experience in federal government and a track record in enterprise network security sales will find this role in Canberra offers a strategic opportunity for high-impact client engagement.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with federal government experience and a history of closing large enterprise deals
    — “key Account Manager for Federal Government”
  • Individuals skilled in executive-level influencing and proposal development
    — “Exceptional presentation, influencing, and cultural fluency skills effective for executive audiences”
  • Professionals with a strong ability to manage complex sales cycles and deliver results
    — “Ability to move deals through the sales cycle, with a proven record of accomplishment of closing large deals and exceeding targets”

Things to consider

  • The position is located in Canberra, which may require relocation or local presence for candidates
    — “Location: Australia (Canberra)”

How to stand out

  • Demonstrate expertise in crafting proposals and RFP responses tailored for executive-level decision-makers
    — “Collaborate with internal teams to deliver contract bids, proposals, RFI/RFP responses, and Statements of Work”
  • Emphasize your ability to drive enterprise-wide deployments and deliver results for clients
    — “a catalyst in negotiating business terms to achieve enterprise-wide deployments”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • closing large deals
  • exceeding sales targets
Typical background
sales experience in cybersecurity or enterprise software

Skills & requirements

Required

Selling Enterprise Network Security SolutionsClosing Large DealsPresenting To Executive AudiencesManaging Sales Pipelines

Preferred

Negotiating Business TermsOnboarding New Clients

Stack & domain

Network Security SolutionsSalesNegotiationForecastingContract BidsRfi/rfp ResponsesStatements Of WorkPresentationInfluencingCultural FluencyCommunicationCybersecurityFederal Government

About the role

Original posting from Fortinet

Location: Australia (Canberra) 

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 Major Enterprise Account Manager to contribute to the success of our rapidly growing business.

You would act as the key Account Manager for Federal Government.

As a Major Accounts Manager, you will:

Play an integral role in new business pitches, foster long-term relationships, act as a catalyst in negotiating business terms to achieve enterprise-wide deployments of Fortinet solutions and deliver meaningful results for all parties involved.

Effectively on-board new clients and proactively focus on growing and developing existing accounts. 

Generate a robust sales pipeline, qualify opportunities, and provide accurate forecasts.

Collaborate with internal teams to deliver contract bids, proposals, RFI/RFP responses, and Statements of Work that reflect our commitment to excellence.

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:

Experience in selling enterprise network security solutions and services to large and complex organizations

Ability to move deals through the sales cycle, with a proven record of accomplishment of closing large deals and exceeding targets

Exceptional presentation, influencing, and cultural fluency skills effective for executive audiences

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Why Join Us:

At Fortinet, we embrace diversity and inclusivity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and identities. Explore our welcoming work environment designed for a rewarding career journey with an attractive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.

We will only notify shortlisted candidates.

Fortinet will not entertain any unsolicited resumes, please refrain from sending them to any Fortinet employees or Fortinet email aliases. Should any Agency submit any resumes to Fortinet, these resumes if considered, will be assumed to have been given by the Agency free of any related fees/charges.

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Source: Fortinet careers

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