Full-Time

Advanced Support Engineer

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Fortinet

Fortinet

10,001+ employees

Provides cybersecurity solutions and services

No salary listed

Mid, Senior

Dubai - United Arab Emirates

In Person

Office contract

Category
IT Support
IT & Security
Required Skills
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Experience in participating in the post sales support escalation processes
  • Pre-sales experience
  • Strong customer facing skills particularly in the telco and large enterprise space
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to speak clearly and persuasively
  • Ability to listen carefully to ensure full understanding of the situation
  • Ability to respond well to questions in both positive and negative situations
  • Ability to write clearly to provide full information
  • Ability to understand and interpret written information
  • Business level English is essential
  • Strong understanding of data networking protocols, specifically TCP/IP, routing and switching
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
  • Effective communication and customer handling skills
  • Deep working knowledge of Windows, Linux or Unix
  • 4-6 years of experience in a technical support role
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is desirable
  • Advanced knowledge of English (written and spoken)
Responsibilities
  • Advanced troubleshooting on the full range of Fortinet products
  • Track, maintain and prioritize technical cases including proper escalation until case closure
  • Take initiatives and ownership of customer incidents to drive for timely resolutions
  • Manage customer communications and expectations until the closure of each case
  • Build and maintain a long-term technical relationship with your customers
  • Participate in customer conference calls or face to face customer meetings to discuss technical issues
  • Reproduce customer environments on lab equipment, recommend potential new solutions
  • Produce reports to summarize service activity and performance
  • Report Software/Hardware related issues to R&D department and assure follow-up
  • Develop best practices deployment and troubleshooting documentation
  • Create technical documentation and bulletins to improve internal and external knowledge base
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in security products and technologies (e.g. Firewalls, IDS/IPS, DDos, VPN, Web application Firewall)
  • Previously worked in a technical support position with the telco and large enterprise space
  • Previous experience on Fortinet products is an advantage

Fortinet provides cybersecurity solutions designed to protect organizations from digital threats. Its main product, the Fortinet Security Fabric, combines various security tools, including firewalls, endpoint security, intrusion detection systems, and secure SD-WAN, into a single platform. This integration allows users to manage their security needs more effectively. Fortinet distinguishes itself from competitors by offering a comprehensive suite of security products that cater to a wide range of clients, from large enterprises to small businesses. The company's goal is to ensure that organizations can operate securely in an increasingly complex digital landscape by providing ongoing security services through a subscription model.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Sunnyvale, California

Founded

2000

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for ZTNA solutions enhances Fortinet's secure remote access market opportunities.
  • Expansion of 5G networks increases need for Fortinet's advanced security solutions.
  • Rising ransomware attacks boost demand for Fortinet's endpoint security offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Departure of VP Ken McCray may disrupt channel partner relationships and sales strategies.
  • Significant property investments could strain financial resources and impact cash flow.
  • Sovereign SASE launch in UAE may face regional regulatory compliance challenges.

What makes Fortinet unique

  • Fortinet's Security Fabric integrates diverse security products for comprehensive threat protection.
  • Recognized as a leader in SD-WAN and LAN infrastructure by Gartner in 2024 and 2025.
  • Offers tailored security solutions for 5G networks and multi-cloud environments.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

401(k) Company Match

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Employee & Family Assistance Plan

Company Equity

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
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