Palo Alto Networks · 1 day ago
Security Architecture Practice Management Lead
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$142K/yr - $206K/yr
6+ years expPalo Alto Networks is a leading cybersecurity company committed to protecting the digital way of life. They are seeking a Security Architecture Practice Management Lead to design and manage operational processes for the Global Security Architecture Practice, driving innovation and efficiency in client engagements.
Cloud SecurityCyber SecurityNetwork SecuritySecurity
Responsibilities
Build and maintain structure to define our formal partnership with Enterprise Security and Product Management, ensure that interactions are regular and substantive, and information sharing is structured, consistent, and bi-directional
Own and execute the CoE's operating cadence, including the quarterly review of all library assets and the intake process for new contributions
Drive adoption of CoE tools and methodologies across the global GSAP team through clear communications, training, and a strong feedback loop
Partner with senior architects to translate their expertise into high-quality, reusable assets including templates and accelerators, standardized presentations, and strategic playbooks that are designed to be populated and customized by AI
Implement a dynamic content strategy where advisory assets are easily updated and synthesized by AI tools
Own and manage the central IP library ensuring all content is organized, current, and easy to access for both the Architects and AI agents
Implement systems to support clear, organized knowledge-sharing (e.g., permissioned Google Drive structures, audience-specific distribution lists) that scale across regional and functional teams
Engineer AI-native workflows by evaluating processes through a lens of automation, designing systems where AI is the primary engine of execution
Identify process gaps and operational inefficiencies, deploying human-in-the-loop solutions that maximize speed and free up Architects for deep-dive strategic work
Implement systems for knowledge sharing that capture 'tribal knowledge' and automatically convert it into institutional assets
Qualification
Required
6-8 years of experience in a management consulting, practice operations, business analyst, or technical program management role, preferably within a professional services or enterprise technology organization
Fluency in AI-driven operations, with the ability to view AI and automation as strategic levers that fundamentally change the reach and velocity of a practice
Exceptional organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple complex projects and a library of assets with rigor and attention to detail
An excellent communicator and influencer who is passionate about training others and driving the adoption of new tools and processes
Preferred
An understanding of the cybersecurity landscape is a major plus, but deep, practitioner-level security expertise is not required
Benefits
Restricted stock units
Bonus
Company
Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company that offers cybersecurity solutions for organizations.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$65MKey Investors
Icon VenturesLehman HoldingsGlobespan Capital Partners
2012-07-20IPO
2008-11-03Series C· $10M
2008-08-18Series C· $27M
Leadership Team
Helmut Reisinger
CEO EMEA
Nikesh Arora
Chairman CEO
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