Director of Product Marketing

Job description

Join Fortinet, a cybersecurity the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. 

Fortinet’s FortiGate Next Generation Firewall ranks #1 in the most security appliances shipped worldwide and more than 800,000 customers have trusted Fortinet to protect their businesses.  FortiGate pioneer with over two decades of excellence, as we continue to shape firewalls are available in a variety of form factors and models to support a variety of use cases across the industry.

As a Director of Product Marketing, you will:

This Director of Product Marketing role will be responsible for key outbound marketing activities for Fortinet’s high end FortiGate solutions.  These FortiGate models target datacenter use cases for low latency deployments.  

The successful individual will work as part of the larger FortiGate product team to drive product and solution messaging that positions Fortinet as a market and thought leader in key enterprise segments.  The Product Marketing Director will have the opportunity to make a difference and play a key role in the company’s future growth by driving and growing the high end portfolio.

Responsibilities include product messaging and positioning, launching new product and solutions, writing and developing whitepapers and collateral, presenting at key industry events, developing and delivering sales and partner enablement, developing GTM strategy and pricing, implementing sales incentives, training sales and partners, contributing articles, blogs and thought leadership pieces, and other product-related outbound marketing activities.  The position requires the ability to develop strongly differentiated product, platform and solutions positioning and messaging.

We Are Looking For:

• REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• 10+ years experience in Product Management, Product Marketing, Solution Marketing or related roles
• At least 5 years experience with firewall related technologies and/or security
• Be results driven and have the ability to manage projects horizontally throughout the organization
• Demonstrates creative energy and strong problem solving skills
• Demonstrated track-record of leading and scaling GTM execution and operations cross-functionally across marketing, sales, product development / management, and channels.
• Excellent verbal communication and writing proficiency
• Ability to conceive, initiate, develop and sell new ideas in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to credibly engage with technical and sales communities 
• Strong internal/external presentation skills with energetic presence
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or a Technical field is required, MBA preferred
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• Strong presentation, influencing, and cultural fluency skills effective for executive audiences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

About Our Team:

Join the Product Marketing team, known for its collaborative ethos, working seamlessly with Product Managers, Channel and Sales, Finance and Customers.

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. Earnings for this position are expected to be $190,000 - $220,000 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, Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company’s discretion.