Business Development Representative - Middle East
Fortinet is seeking an entry-level Business Development Representative in Dubai to join their cybersecurity sales team. The role focuses on lead generation, prospect outreach, and managing pipelines using tools like Salesforce and 6Sense. Candidates will receive formal training and mentorship to build a career in enterprise technology sales. The position requires strong communication skills in English and Arabic and a foundational understanding of IT.
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Experience
0-3 years
Function
Business Development
Work mode
Hybrid, United Arab Emirates
Company
Tier 2
What you will work on
Fortinet is seeking an entry-level Business Development Representative in Dubai to join their cybersecurity sales team. The role focuses on lead generation, prospect outreach, and managing pipelines using tools like Salesforce and 6Sense. Candidates will receive formal training and mentorship to build a career in enterprise technology sales. The position requires strong communication skills in English and Arabic and a foundational understanding of IT.
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Solid entry-level role at a reputable, established global cybersecurity provider with clear training and growth pathways.
The JD clearly defines the role responsibilities, required skills, and the specific toolset for the business development function.
Salaries at Fortinet
23.8 LPA average
Based on 4 Grapevine salary entries for Fortinet.
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Must haves
- Proficiency in English and Arabic
- Positive and energetic phone skills
- Strong writing and presentation skills
- Basic knowledge in IT or cybersecurity
- Ability to work in a high-energy sales team
Tools and skills
About the company
Fortinet is a large, established global cybersecurity firm but is not ranked among the top-tier flagship tech companies specified in the prompt criteria.
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