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AI-poweredFortinet has no confirmed layoff events on record. WARN filings indicate no active notices. Low risk — company appears stable.
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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.
Fortinet severance package - what to expect?
Okay, so let's just say the worst happens and layoffs do hit. Does anyone have insight into what Fortinet's severance package typically looks like? I'm trying to get a sense of what my financial runway would be if I were to be let go. I've heard rumors ranging from two weeks per year of service to something more generous. If you've been through a layoff at Fortinet before, or know someone who has, any information you can share would be greatly appreciated. Trying to be prepared, just in case.
Anyone else feeling uneasy about potential layoffs?
I've been with Fortinet for almost 5 years now, in a sales engineer role, and honestly, I'm starting to get a bad feeling. The recent hiring slowdown, combined with some whispers I've heard from people in finance, has me worried. It feels like we're tightening our belts in preparation for something. Anyone else noticing similar signs in their departments? I'm trying not to panic, but the lack of transparency is making me anxious. Is it just the usual pre-earnings jitters, or is there something more substantial brewing?
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