Senior Technical Support Engineer- NAM shift

Palo Alto Networks; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Senior Technical Support Engineer in Bengaluru to resolve complex post-sales issues and support customers across environments. You will analyze intricate problems, coordinate with engineering, and communicate technical details to both technical and non-technical audiences.

You will rely on your VPN, firewall, and authentication expertise to guide customers, document findings, and contribute to a secure customer environment while working in a flexible shift pattern

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in customer-facing tech support.
• Expert knowledge of Remote Access VPN, IPSEC, PKI/SSL, TCP/IP, LDAP or RADIUS.
• Experience with Firewall Central Management Systems and MFA security.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 3 technical support for escalations from frontline and Tier 2 teams.
• Deliver expert guidance on configurations, troubleshooting, and best practices to customers and partners.
• Manage the entire lifecycle of support cases to ensure issues are recorded, tracked, and resolved in a timely manner.
• Perform in-depth fault isolation and root cause analysis for complex technical issues, preparing detailed RCA documents for customers.
• Proactively collaborate with engineering and product teams to file bugs and advocate for feature requests.
• Develop and publish technical documentation, including Support Bulletins and knowledge base articles.
• Lead case swarming sessions and provide technical training to frontline support teams to elevate overall team capabilities.
• Maintain operational readiness by working flexible and varying shift times, including weekends and evenings as required.

Skills

Customer-facing support

VPN/IPSec/PKI/SSL/TCP-IP

LDAP/RADIUS authentication

Firewall management & MFA security

IDS/IPS / NGFW knowledge

Network debugging

Technical documentation

Training & mentoring

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

PCNSA / PCNSE / CISSP certifications

Tools

Windows

Linux

macOS

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!

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Summary

As a Senior Technical Support Engineer, you will be a key player in our customer’s post-sales journey, addressing complex technical challenges that require in‑depth analysis and evaluation. You will apply your critical thinking and expertise to resolve issues, network with cross‑functional teams to enhance our products, and communicate technical details effectively to both technical and non‑technical audiences. Your role is crucial in providing swift, thoughtful assistance to keep our clients’ environments secure, often in high‑pressure situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 3 technical support for escalations from frontline and Tier 2 teams, serving as a subject matter expert.
• Deliver expert guidance on configurations, troubleshooting, and best practices to customers and partners.
• Manage the entire lifecycle of support cases to ensure issues are recorded, tracked, and resolved in a timely manner.
• Perform in-depth fault isolation and root cause analysis for complex technical issues, preparing detailed RCA documents for customers.
• Proactively collaborate and exchange information with engineering and product teams to file bugs and advocate for feature requests.
• Develop and publish technical documentation, including Support Bulletins and knowledge base articles, to empower users and internal teams.
• Lead case swarming sessions and provide technical training to frontline support teams to elevate overall team capabilities.
• Maintain operational readiness by working flexible and varying shift times, including weekends and evenings as required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a customer‑facing technical support role.
• Expert‑level knowledge of Remote Access VPN solutions, IPSEC, PKI & SSL, TCP/IP, and Authentication Protocols (e.g., LDAP, RADIUS).
• Demonstrated experience with Firewall Central Management Systems and multi‑factor authentication security systems.
• Working knowledge of core security services such as IDS/IPS and next‑generation firewalls.
• Proven ability to independently debug broad, complex, and unique networks with mixed media and protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with Windows, Linux, and macOS environments (e.g., debugging, registry editing, Plist files).
• Familiarity with competitor products from Cisco, Checkpoint, Juniper (Netscreen), or Fortinet.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• Relevant industry certifications such as PCNSA, PCNSe, or CISSP.

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.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at [e-mail].

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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.