Fortinet Technical Support Specialist 

Canada, British Columbia, Burnaby 

794406495

As a Technical Support Specialist, you will be involved in:

• Basic troubleshooting on the core Fortinet products – Fortigate
• Collection, analysis and change recommendations of configuration information
• Collection and analysis of customer system information
• Recommend corrective actions based on analysis
• Provide Customer education where needed due to gaps in networking, product knowledge etc.
• Consultation of technical documentation, bulletins and release notes for known problems
• Reproduction of customer environments on lab equipment; work to isolate and solve problems; recommend potential new solutions.
• Follow up on technical cases including proper escalation and management of the case until case closure.
• Manage customer communications and expectations until the closure of each case; conduct and lead customer management meetings regarding escalation.
• Contribute in publishing knowledge-based articles.

We are looking for:

• 2+ years of experience in a technical support or system administration role in a networking/security company or equivalent education
• Deep working knowledge of operating systems -- Windows, OSX, Linux
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols, L2/L3 switches.
• Experience with security products -firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, virus scanning.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Previous call center experience, preferably supporting data networking products and/or security products is desirable.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is desirable.

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.

The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $61,000- $82,000 annually. Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labour market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate’s subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, and experience.