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Palo Alto Networks · 1 week ago

Program Manager III, M&A Integrations (Contract)

Santa Clara, CA

Contract

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$95/hr - $100/hr

Palo Alto Networks is a leading company in cybersecurity, focused on protecting the digital way of life. The Program Manager III will lead IT program execution for M&A integrations, ensuring smooth operations across various business domains while managing dependencies and risks.

Agentic AICloud SecurityCyber SecurityNetwork SecuritySecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead IT program execution for M&A integrations across assigned business domains, which may include Go-To-Market, Customer Support/Success, Infrastructure, Data, AI, Finance, HR, or Legal

Own integrated program plans, milestones, dependencies, and risks for assigned M&A workstreams, spanning pre-close readiness, execution, and post-close integration

Drive integration readiness within assigned domains, ensuring system access, data availability, reporting continuity, and business-critical workflows are operational

Translate integration strategy and business requirements into executable IT scope, sequencing, and delivery plans for assigned domains

Coordinate cross-functional dependencies across IT, business teams, and vendors to ensure smooth execution on aggressive timelines

Ensure business continuity while supporting system migrations, data integrations, platform consolidation, and target-state transitions

Provide clear, execution-focused status reporting, risk visibility, and escalation for assigned workstreams

Act as the primary point of accountability for issue resolution and delivery outcomes within assigned domains

Qualification

M&A Integration Program DeliveryCross-Domain ExecutionEnterprise PlatformsGovernance & Stakeholder ManagementIndependent Execution

Required

Proven experience leading IT workstreams for acquisitions, including pre-close planning, Day 1 readiness, and post-close integration within one or more enterprise domains

Strong ability to manage complex interdependencies across GTM, CX/Support, Infrastructure, Data, AI, and G&A functions in fast-paced integration environments

Experience coordinating integrations across CRM, customer support platforms, data and analytics stacks, infrastructure, and core enterprise systems

Ability to drive execution through structured governance, provide executive-ready updates, and facilitate timely decisions across IT and business stakeholders

Comfortable operating as a contractor in ambiguous environments, proactively identifying risks, driving resolution, and maintaining momentum under tight timelines

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience required