Fortinet
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$178.74
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6y ago · May 8, 2020
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6y ago · FL · 144 affected
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AI Layoff Impact Summary
AI-poweredFortinet announced layoffs 6y ago (May 8, 2020), affecting 113 employees (0.8% of workforce). WARN filings indicate 2 active notices. Low risk — company appears stable.
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Fortinet - Thoughts on the new travel policy?
Does the recent update to the travel and expense policy feel like a massive red flag to anyone else? We’ve always been pretty reasonable with travel, but suddenly everything requires double-approval from Finance, and they are pushing back on things that were standard practice for years. It feels like they are scraping for every cent they can save before the next fiscal announcement. It’s hard not to look at these 'belt-tightening' measures and not immediately jump to the conclusion that a layoff is brewing behind the scenes. If the balance sheet is as healthy as they claim in the earnings calls, why are they nickel-and-diming us on simple business travel and office supplies? I’m hearing rumblings that the sales teams are getting hit the hardest with quota adjustments, but I’m worried that engineering is next on the chopping block. If anyone has seen actual numbers or knows if this is just a temporary budget tightening, please share. The lack of transparency from the top is making the office environment incredibly toxic right now.
Fortinet - Strange behavior from management recently
Is anyone else noticing the sudden shift in tone during team meetings? We used to have open discussions about product roadmaps and future initiatives, but for the last few weeks, the focus has shifted entirely to 'operational efficiency' and 'cost discipline.' Leadership seems to be dodging direct questions about headcount for the upcoming quarter. I asked my manager about the rumors circulating on Blind regarding potential restructuring, and they gave me the classic canned response about 'aligning resources with core strategic priorities.' That sounds like corporate-speak for a potential reduction in force. I’ve been here for four years, and this feels different than the usual end-of-quarter pressure. The internal job board has been suspiciously quiet too—very few new reqs opening up compared to this time last year. Just trying to figure out if I’m reading too much into this or if others are getting the same vibe. Thinking about dusting off the resume just in case, because I’d rather be prepared than caught off guard. Anyone hearing anything concrete, or is this just standard anxiety in the cybersecurity sector right now?
Fortinet - Anyone else feeling the hiring freeze rumors?
Been hearing whispers lately about a potential hiring freeze at Fortinet, especially for non-critical roles. My team had an open req that seems to have gone silent, and I haven't seen many new postings popping up externally for some departments. Is this just my perception, or are others noticing a slowdown in recruitment across the board? Trying to understand if this is a strategic pause or something more concerning. If it is a freeze, how long do people anticipate it lasting, and what departments are being most affected? Any insider info or observations would be helpful.
Fortinet - Performance review cycle, any surprises?
Hey everyone, with the recent performance review cycle wrapping up, I'm curious to hear if anyone else experienced anything unexpected. My team's been working hard, but the feedback felt a bit… generic? Almost like a template was being used. Wondering if this is widespread or just my manager. Also, any word on how reviews are impacting compensation adjustments this year? Feels like the economic climate might be influencing things more than usual, and I'm trying to gauge what's realistic. Anyone in a similar boat or have insights on how Fortinet is handling comp/promotions post-review?
Fortinet - Anyone else seeing budget cuts impacting projects?
Hi everyone, I'm in [mention general area like product development/marketing] at Fortinet and over the past couple of months, it feels like the purse strings have gotten noticeably tighter. We're seeing more scrutiny on expenses, and some projects that seemed like sure things are being put on indefinite hold or significantly scaled back. It's creating a bit of uncertainty and making planning really challenging. It's not outright layoffs, but the financial pressure is definitely palpable and affecting our day-to-day work. Has anyone else experienced this? Are other departments seeing similar budget constraints or project freezes? Wondering if this is a company-wide thing or just specific to certain areas. Curious to hear if others are feeling this pinch and how it's impacting your team's morale or output. Trying to figure out if this is a temporary squeeze or something more systemic.
Fortinet - What's the vibe on internal mobility right now?
Hey all, been at Fortinet for a few years now, primarily in [mention general area like engineering/sales/ops]. Seeing a lot of chatter around here and on other platforms, but nothing concrete about major layoffs. Lately, I've been thinking about potentially moving to a different team or role within the company. It feels like there might be some internal restructuring or shifts happening, and I'm curious if anyone else has noticed that or has experience with internal transfers recently. Is it still a good time to explore internal opportunities, or is the company tightening its belt and freezing moves? Any tips on navigating the internal job market if you've done it in the last year or so? Just trying to get a pulse check on how things are feeling from the inside. Thanks for any insights.
Fortinet - Anybody else feeling the pressure on project timelines?
Just wanted to see if this is a company-wide thing or if it's just my corner of Fortinet. We've been getting pushed HARD on several key initiatives. Timelines that felt aggressive last quarter are now borderline impossible, with very little flexibility given. It's not just 'do more with less,' it feels like expectations are actively being inflated without a corresponding increase in resources or realistic deadlines. Leadership is emphasizing speed and delivery above all else, and it's creating a ton of stress. I'm hearing whispers that this is tied to hitting certain Q4 targets. Wondering if this is a coordinated push across the board, or if some departments are feeling more of it than others. Trying to understand the bigger picture here and if this is a temporary crunch or the new normal. It's making it tough to plan and even harder to feel like we're setting ourselves up for success when the goalposts keep moving.
Fortinet - Q4 'quiet layoffs' or just bad performance reviews?
Hey everyone. Been at Fortinet for a few years now, and things feel... off. Didn't see any big WARN notices or company-wide announcements, but lately it feels like there's a consistent trickle of people leaving or being managed out. Some teams have lost key members without obvious replacements, and the chatter in the break rooms (or Slack channels, let's be real) is about performance improvement plans being handed out more liberally than before. Is anyone else seeing this on their teams? Trying to figure out if it's a genuine restructuring, or if leadership is just trying to trim the fat quietly before the new year. Feels like a lot of uncertainty and some genuine good people are getting the short end of the stick. Hard to stay motivated when you're constantly looking over your shoulder or wondering if your project is going to be canceled because someone on your team just disappeared. Anyone have intel or similar experiences across different departments?
Fortinet - Anyone else's team been 're-orged' recently with vague reasoning?
Just went through another departmental 're-alignment' at Fortinet. The explanation was pretty vague, something about optimizing efficiency and cross-functional collaboration. Sounds good on paper, but honestly, it feels more like shuffling people around and hoping for the best. My team's roles have shifted significantly, and it's hard to see the tangible benefit right now. Lots of questions about reporting structures and what this actually means for our day-to-day. Anyone else in a similar boat? Wondering if this is a company-wide trend or just my specific division getting the 'optimization' treatment. Hoping it leads to something positive, but the current confusion is a bit draining.
Fortinet - Anyone else noticing a shift in leadership communication?
Hey everyone, been with Fortinet for a few years now and lately, it feels like the 'why' behind some of the decisions isn't landing as well as it used to. Leadership messages feel a bit more corporate jargon-heavy and less about the ground-level impact. Is it just me, or has anyone else picked up on this? The overall vibe feels like we're navigating a bit of uncertainty, and clearer communication would go a long way. Curious to hear if others are feeling this disconnect or if I'm just in my own bubble. Trying to stay positive and focused, but it's tough when the direction feels a bit fuzzy.
Fortinet - Morale seems kinda low lately, anyone else feel it?
Walking around the office (or the virtual office, these days), the vibe just feels off. People seem a bit more stressed, maybe less engaged? I've overheard a few more conversations about job searching and "what's next". Could be unrelated, but combined with the general economic uncertainty, I'm wondering if there's something brewing. No official word on anything, but the general sentiment feels like it's shifted from optimistic growth to just trying to maintain the status quo. Is it just me, or has the general morale taken a dip in the last 6 months or so? Trying to understand if this is a widespread feeling or if I'm just internalizing the stress. Anyone else feeling this way or have insights into what might be causing it?
Fortinet - Feeling the pinch? Seeing budget tighten up everywhere
Hey everyone. Been at Fortinet for a few years now, and lately things have felt… different. Especially over the last couple of quarters. Budgets seem a lot tighter than they used to be. I'm hearing about smaller team offsites, fewer new hires being approved, and even some projects getting put on the back burner with "resource constraints" as the reason. It's not just my department either, seems like a company-wide thing. Anyone else in other teams or regions seeing this? Just trying to gauge if this is a broad trend or if I'm just in a particularly dry spot. Curious if this is a precursor to something bigger, or just a normal cyclical thing. Trying not to spiral, but it's hard not to notice the shift.
Fortinet - Anyone else notice a shift in internal job postings?
Lately, I've been keeping an eye on internal job boards just out of curiosity, and it seems like the number of open positions has really dwindled compared to, say, six months ago. Not only that, but the types of roles seem to be shifting more towards backfilling existing needs rather than creating brand new ones or expanding teams. Has anyone else picked up on this? It's subtle, I know, and could just be a seasonal thing or a refocusing of strategy, but combined with the general market uncertainty, it's made me a little uneasy. I haven't heard any official layoff news, and performance reviews were fairly standard, but this feels like a small indicator of something. Just wondering if others are seeing the same thing or have any theories. Is it just me, or is the internal hiring landscape looking a bit different these days at Fortinet?
Fortinet - Any whispers about Q4 hiring freeze or budget cuts?
Hey everyone, been seeing a lot of chatter on other company forums about potential hiring freezes and tighter budgets heading into the end of the year, especially in tech. Wanted to see if anyone at Fortinet is hearing anything similar internally. I'm not talking about official announcements, but more the usual "grapevine" stuff – less emphasis on new projects, managers being cagey about headcount, maybe some internal transfers being put on hold? My team's been pretty quiet lately, and usually around this time, we'd be gearing up for some new initiatives or expansions. Feels a bit stagnant, which is unusual. Anyone else getting a similar vibe? Curious if it's just my department or a broader trend. Trying to get a read on the general sentiment before Q4 really kicks off. Any anecdotal evidence or observations would be appreciated.
Fortinet - Performance review season and hushed conversations
Alright, so we're heading into performance review season at Fortinet, and the usual buzz is there, but there's also this undercurrent of quiet. I've overheard a couple of brief, hushed conversations in the break room and on quick calls that hinted at 'realigning resources' or 'optimizing headcount.' Again, no official word, and maybe I'm reading too much into it, but it feels like more than just standard annual reviews. Anyone else in finance, HR, or even senior management hearing anything more direct about potential restructuring or budget cuts that might impact jobs down the line? I'm not looking to cause panic, just trying to get a sense of the broader internal sentiment. It's tough when things are so unclear, and you start wondering about job security.
Fortinet - Observing team sizes and project scopes lately...
Hey everyone. So, I've been with Fortinet for a few years now, and lately, I've noticed some subtle shifts that are making me a bit uneasy. It's not anything concrete like a mass email or an official announcement, but more of an observation of trends. Some teams seem to be consolidating, or at least the project scopes feel like they're being squeezed tighter. I've also seen a few key people move on recently, which isn't entirely unusual, but the pace feels a little faster than normal. Has anyone else in engineering or sales picked up on similar vibes? Maybe it's just market fluctuations, but the cybersecurity space is usually pretty robust. Wondering if there's any internal chatter or just general sentiment about team stability or hiring freezes that I'm missing. Trying to stay positive, but the current climate is making me think ahead.
Fortinet's Q3 performance and my gut feeling about future roles
So, I've been digging into Fortinet's recent financial reports, specifically Q3. While the numbers aren't catastrophic, they're not exactly blowing anyone out of the water either, especially when you consider the overall cybersecurity market growth. Saw some analysts talking about increased competition and margin pressures. This has me a little concerned about the long-term stability of certain departments or roles. I'm not seeing any direct layoff announcements, and my own team hasn't been directly impacted yet, but the general market sentiment and the slight softening in growth projections are making me nervous. Anyone else in a similar boat, maybe in sales, marketing, or support, feeling the squeeze or seeing shifts in resource allocation that could point to a potential restructuring down the line? Just trying to prepare myself mentally and practically.
Anyone else feeling the jitters at Fortinet? Unofficial signs?
Hey folks, been at Fortinet for a few years now in engineering. Lately, I've been picking up on some weird vibes. Not officially confirmed anything, no big all-hands about it, but there's a definite chill in the air. Team meetings feel a bit more tense, some projects are slowing down or getting 're-evaluated' and there's been an uptick in conversations about 'efficiency' and 'streamlining'. Saw a few more people polishing up their resumes, though that's not exactly uncommon in tech. Just curious if anyone else is sensing something similar or if I'm just overthinking things. Has anyone heard any whispers or seen any internal shifts that might indicate a larger trend? Trying to gauge the temperature before I start worrying too much.
Reflecting on the past year - did we get too bloated?
I've been in product development here for nearly 5 years, and looking back, it feels like we've added a LOT of layers and headcount since I started. The pace was insane, and everyone was hiring like crazy to keep up with product demands. Now, with the market softening a bit and everyone else tightening their belts, I'm starting to think maybe we expanded too fast. It's easy to say that from my desk, but if things do get rough, I can see how this growth spurt could become a liability. Just trying to process what a potential correction might look like and if it's inevitable given the industry trends. Anyone else in R&D feeling this way?
Is anyone else seeing a hiring freeze creep in?
Been with Fortinet for about 3 years now, in the SE team for the West region. Lately, it feels like the taps have been turned off. We had a few roles open up for Q3, but now they're all on hold indefinitely. My manager is being cagey, just says 'budget reviews.' This isn't like us. Usually, we're always on the hunt for good talent, especially in security sales. Anyone else hearing similar whispers or seeing their team's hiring plans get shelved? Makes you wonder what's brewing behind the scenes. Worried about my own team's capacity if we can't backfill critical roles.
If the worst happens, what's a realistic severance package look like?
Okay, I know there's no official word, but the whispers are getting louder, and frankly, I need to start planning for contingencies. I've been with Fortinet for almost 5 years, working as a software engineer on one of the core product lines. If layoffs do hit, what can people realistically expect in terms of severance? Is it usually a set number of weeks per year of service, or is it more variable? Any data points from past events (even if they were smaller scale) would be super helpful. Trying to get a handle on what my financial runway might look like if I'm suddenly out of a job. Just want to be prepared.
Feeling the pressure - anyone else on the security operations side getting pulled in new directions?
Been in SecOps here for about 3 years now, and lately it feels like the ground is shifting. We're used to reactive work, but it seems like there's a big push towards some new proactive initiatives that are really stretching our team thin. Management keeps talking about 'optimization' and 'efficiency gains,' but honestly, it feels like we're being set up to fail with the resources we have. My direct manager is doing their best, but even they seem stressed about the bandwidth. Anyone else in similar roles seeing these kinds of priority shifts? Is this a company-wide thing or just our corner of Fortinet?
Considering looking elsewhere - what's the market like for Fortinet engineers?
Been here for 6 years, currently a senior security architect. Love the tech, but the recent whispers and the general atmosphere are making me think it might be time to dust off the resume. For those who have left recently or are actively interviewing, what are the current opportunities like for someone with my background? Are other cybersecurity companies actively hiring and what kind of compensation packages are people seeing outside of Fortinet? Any advice on how to position my experience from here for a smoother transition would be greatly appreciated. Trying to get a sense of the competitive landscape and what the going rate is for experienced folks in this space. Not necessarily looking to jump ship immediately, but want to be prepared.
Anyone else seeing a shift in project priorities lately?
Hey everyone, been with Fortinet in the engineering side for about 4 years now, mostly on the network security platform. Lately, it feels like there's been a constant churn in what projects are considered 'critical'. We'll be deep into development on one thing, and then suddenly it's deprioritized for something else that just popped up. It's making it really hard to gain momentum and frankly, I'm starting to wonder if it's a sign of something bigger. Is this just my team or are others experiencing this kind of strategic whiplash? Trying to gauge if this is just internal reorganizing or something more concerning related to market shifts or, dare I say, budget cuts down the line. Curious to hear if anyone else has noticed similar patterns, especially in R&D or product management.
Seriously regretting joining Fortinet right now
Joined Fortinet like 6 months ago and I'm already looking for a new job. I came from a smaller cybersecurity company, and I thought Fortinet would be a good career move. Bigger name, more stability, right? Wrong. The bureaucracy here is insane. I spend more time in meetings and filling out paperwork than actually doing my job (software dev). Plus, the team is constantly stressed and overworked. My manager is barely ever available. Honestly, I'm starting to think I made a huge mistake. If layoffs *do* happen, I almost wouldn't mind. At least I'd get a severance package. Anyone else feeling like they jumped ship to the wrong place?
Heard from a friend in sales - hiring freeze confirmed?
Okay, so I'm in a different department, but I heard through a friend in sales that they've got a confirmed hiring freeze. Like, all reqs pulled, even backfills. Has anyone else heard anything similar in their org? I'm in engineering, and things seem normal-ish here, but that sales news has me a little freaked out. I've only been with Fortinet for about 2 years, and I know 'last in, first out' is a thing. Should I be updating my resume? Or am I just being paranoid? I'm trying not to spread rumors, but this seems kinda serious.
Rant: Overworked and underappreciated in TAC!
Seriously, I'm about to lose it. I'm in TAC, and the workload has been insane lately. We're constantly short-staffed, and the pressure to close tickets is relentless. Management keeps saying "we're all in this together," but it feels more like "we're going to squeeze every last drop of productivity out of you until you burn out." I've been putting in 60+ hour weeks consistently, and I'm not seeing any recognition or compensation for it. The customers are getting more demanding, the products are getting more complex, and we're getting less support. I'm starting to seriously regret taking this job. I feel like I'm constantly putting out fires, and I'm just exhausted. Time to start polishing up the resume, I think.
Hypothetical: What's the severance package like at Fortinet?
Okay, so I know there haven't been any confirmed layoffs, and I *really* hope there won't be. But my friend who works at Palo Alto Networks got laid off last year and the severance package was surprisingly generous, so it got me thinking. Just hypothetically speaking, does anyone know what the standard severance package is like at Fortinet, should the worst happen? I'm in a pretty niche security research role, and honestly, the thought of finding another job with this specific skillset is terrifying. Knowing what to expect financially would at least ease my anxiety a little. I've heard whispers of 2 weeks per year of service, but I'd love to hear from anyone who actually knows.
Anyone else feeling uneasy? Performance reviews & strange silences...
Is it just me, or is anyone else getting a weird vibe lately? Performance reviews were...odd. Lots of vague feedback and emphasis on "alignment with strategic objectives." My skip-level was also unusually quiet during our last 1:1, which is never a good sign. I'm in a sales engineer role (5+ years with Fortinet), and normally things are pretty transparent. This feels different. Anyone else sensing something in the air? Trying to gauge if it's just my anxiety or if there's something more going on. Maybe just post-holiday blues? But this feels more significant than that.
Rant: Overworked and Underappreciated - Is this the new normal?
I'm so burned out. The workload has been insane lately, and it feels like management just keeps piling more and more on. We're constantly told to do more with less, but there's a limit! I'm on the support team and we're stretched so thin. I'm putting in 60+ hour weeks and still feel like I'm drowning. And the worst part is, there's no recognition. Just constant pressure to perform. If the company is doing so well, why are we being squeezed so hard? Seriously considering looking for a new job, even without any layoffs. My mental health can't take this much longer.