Palo Alto Networks · 4 hours ago
Lead, AI Strategy & Transformation
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$172K/yr - $278K/yr
8+ years expPalo Alto Networks is seeking a Lead for our AI Strategy & Transformation team to drive CEO-led initiatives. This role focuses on designing and deploying AI at scale to enhance Sales and Marketing, owning business outcomes from strategy through to execution.
Agentic AICloud SecurityCyber SecurityNetwork SecuritySecurity
No H1B
Responsibilities
Challenge current thinking and define the 'art of the possible' for our AI-driven future, curiously exploring new solutions
Take full accountability for driving impactful business outcomes, simplifying complex processes to ensure successful project execution
Lead transformative change by deploying AI within the organization, wearing multiple hats including strategy, product, and program management
Proactively collaborate and exchange information with cross-functional stakeholders to gather insights, co-create deliverables, and achieve shared business goals
Manage matrixed teams, empowering others by providing effective coaching and mentorship to team members
Structure and analyze complex business problems, applying critical thinking to identify root causes and develop data-driven recommendations
Develop high-quality, executive-level deliverables, including detailed business cases and execution roadmaps, with a sharp focus on the details
Support strategic business planning processes while actively fostering and building strategic capabilities across the organization
Qualification
Required
8+ years of relevant work experience, with a minimum of 3 years in management consulting, private equity, or a corporate strategy/bizops function at a top-tier tech company
Deep expertise in the Enterprise technology industry
Proven experience managing large-scale transformation projects and leading through influence in a matrixed environment
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with comfort in both business and technical discussions with senior audiences
MBA from a top-tier university or equivalent practical experience
Preferred
Direct experience with AI/Gen-AI transformations and B2B Go-To-Market (GTM) strategies
Knowledge of the cybersecurity industry
A self-starter attitude, thriving in fast-paced, high-growth environments with minimal supervision
A passionate team player willing to roll up their sleeves and work cross-functionally to achieve results
Benefits
Restricted stock units
Bonus
Company
Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company that offers cybersecurity solutions for organizations.
10001+ employees
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
Recent News
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