Sr. Technical Support Engineer ( Hybrid Role | São Paulo, Brazil Office )

Palo Alto Networks; São Paulo; Hybrid; BRL 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks in São Paulo, Brazil, is seeking a dynamic Senior Technical Support Engineer to join our hybrid team. The role combines on-site collaboration with distributed support to address complex post-sales challenges, analyze data deeply, and articulate solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

You will lead root-cause analyses, participate in upgrade planning, and mentor junior engineers while maintaining strong customer advocacy across Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a technical support or systems engineering role.
• Deep hands-on experience with SASE platforms, specifically Prisma Access and GlobalProtect.
• Strong understanding of security concepts and services (ZTNA, SWG, CASB, IDS/IPS, Firewalls).
• Proficiency in network and API troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, MTR, Curl).
• Portuguese and English fluency.

Responsibilities

• Lead resolution of critical and complex technical issues involving Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, and cloud-managed service configurations.
• Provide troubleshooting, fault isolation, and RCA for high-priority incidents in hybrid environments.
• Perform deep-dive packet analysis and log analysis to isolate and resolve issues.
• Act as technical point of contact for premium enterprise accounts and ensure SASE deployments align with best practices.
• Manage support cases end-to-end with follow-ups and preventive measures.

Skills

SASE expertise

Prisma Access

GlobalProtect

Wireshark

VPN knowledge

Cloud security

Tools

Wireshark

MTR

Curl

Job description

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting‑edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.

Who We Are

In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real‑world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us! This role is remote, but distance is no barrier to impact. Our hybrid teams collaborate across geographies to solve big problems, stay close to our customers, and grow together. You will be part of a culture that values trust, accountability, and shared success where your work truly matters.

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and proactive Senior Technical Support Engineer to join our team at our office in São Paulo, Brazil. **It’s understood that the Who We Are Section of this Job Posting indicates that this is a Remote role, but this is incorrect and we’re working toward correcting it**. In this Hybrid role that requires 3 days/week onsite attendance at our São Paulo office, you will work closely with our valued customers to address their complex post‑sales challenges, where analyzing situations or data requires a deep and comprehensive evaluation of multiple factors. As a critical thinker, you will leverage advanced methods, techniques, and assessment criteria to drive effective solutions. Your strong ability to articulate intricate technical issues to both technical and non‑technical audiences will enable you to collaborate seamlessly with stakeholders beyond your immediate domain of expertise. In this role, you will serve as a designated customer advocate, delivering tailored support that includes weekly reviews, root cause analysis for critical issues, release assessments, upgrade planning, and quarterly business reviews. You will develop an in-depth understanding of each customer’s unique implementation and business objectives, proactively driving best practices to enhance their security posture. Regularly engaging in technical discussions with cross‑functional teams, you will foster a culture of transparency that leads to stronger products, improved workflows, and enhanced cybersecurity. Your agility and problem‑solving skills will be crucial in providing rapid, high‑quality assistance often in high‑pressure situations, ensuring our customers feel supported every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the resolution of critical and complex technical issues involving Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, and cloud‑managed service configurations.
• Provide troubleshooting, fault isolation, and comprehensive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for high‑priority incidents in hybrid environments, including SD‑WAN integrations and BGP peering.
• Perform deep‑dive packet analysis (Wireshark) and log analysis to isolate and resolve broad, complex networking and security issues.
• Act as a designated technical point of contact and subject matter expert for premium enterprise accounts, ensuring SASE deployments align with best practices.
• Manage support cases to ensure issues are recorded, tracked, and resolved, and follow‑ups, including corrective and preventative measures, are completed in a timely manner.
• Proactively collaborate with Product Management and Engineering to influence product improvements based on customer feedback.
• Publish Technical Support Bulletins, review technical documentation (training materials, marketing collateral, troubleshooting guides), and create Knowledge Base articles.
• Mentor junior engineers, lead internal training sessions, and foster a culture of continuous learning and applied problem‑solving.
• Provide coverage that includes mandatory weekend, holiday shift work, on‑call support, and potential five‑day work schedules featuring one weekend day (e.g., Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a technical support or systems engineering role, with at least 2years focused on SASE or Cloud Security.
• Deep hands‑on experience with SASE platforms, specifically Prisma Access (Mobile User &Retail/Remote Office), and core Palo Alto Networks product lines.
• Strong understanding of security concepts and services, such as ZTNA, SWG, CASB, IDS/IPS, and Firewalls.
• Expertise in Remote Access VPN solutions, PKI &SSL, and Multi‑Factor Authentication security systems (tokens, certificates, CAC cards, LDAP, RADIUS, SAML 2.0).
• Proficiency in network and API troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark, MTR, Curl) with the ability to independently debug complex networks across mixed media.
• Virtualization experience across cloud and on‑premise environments (AWS, Azure, VMware, OpenStack).
• Experience with competitor products, including Cisco, Check Point, Juniper (Netscreen), and Fortinet.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in Portuguese and English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Palo Alto Networks certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE, or PCSAE).
• Advanced industry certifications such as Cisco CCNP/CCIE or CISSP.
• Experience with identity provider integrations (e.g., Okta, Azure AD).
• Basic scripting skills in Python or PowerShell to automate repetitive diagnostic tasks.

Our Commitment

We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together. Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics. We are also committed to providing required accommodations for all Persons with Disabilities. We emphasize that this position is open to everyone and Palo Alto Networks welcomes applications from candidates with disabilities or beneficiaries rehabilitated by the INSS (PCD), pursuant to the law. Ressaltamos que essa vaga é para qualquer pessoa e a Palo Alto Networks incentiva a candidatura de pessoas com deficiência ou beneficiários reabilitados pelo INSS (PCD), nos termos da legislação brasileira.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No.

Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.