Our Mission
At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission - to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.
Who We Are
In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!
We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.
Job Summary
Technical Solutions (TS) Strategy Extern
About Palo Alto Networks
At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission: Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.
Why Join PANW Strategy as an Extern?
The strategy team at Palo Alto Networks plays an outsized role in setting our company’s strategy - come be a part of it! If you are looking for a role in enterprise tech strategy, this is the place to be.
Key Responsibilities
- CEO-Agenda Initiatives: Combine your core strategy toolkit (framing/structure, hypothesis-driven approach, data-driven insight, best practices, etc.) with business judgment to directly lead and deliver major ecosystems GTM initiatives.
- Identity Domain Strategy: Spearhead strategy and execution to establish the Identity domain Technical Solutions (TS) team following PANW’s largest acquisition of an Identity provider.
- AI Reimagination: Lead the strategic reimagination of Technical Solutions with AI. You will identify and implement AI capabilities to automate technical workflows, optimize proof-of-concept cycles, and drive an AI-first GTM motion.
- Executive Collaboration: Work closely with our Technical Solutions GTM leaders to develop and architect our strategy and execute across multiple projects.
- Execution & Change Management: Drive change across the organization, willing to wear multiple hats (strategy development, project management, and execution) to do whatever it takes to "move the needle."
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Interest in learning about enterprise tech strategy.
- Effective verbal and written communication ability and comfort with both business and technical discussions with senior audiences.
- Experience in building relationships and leading through influence.
- Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to secure work authorization independently (no visa sponsorship provided).
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a top-tier MBA program or recently graduated from a high-caliber undergraduate program with a focus on Business, Economics, or Engineering.
- Strong proficiency in data analysis and logical structuring.
Program Details
- Location: West Coast based (Remote or Hybrid work available).
- Ideal Start Date: Immediately.
- Compensation: Paid externship.
- Eligibility: Open to the General Externship Program (current Bainies) and FEMP Summer Externship Program (former Bainies pursuing MBAs).
Contact Information
To apply or learn more, please contact: Kiri Kalaivanan Lead, GTM Strategy Email: kkalaivanan@paloaltonetworks.com Phone: 508-654-2140
Qualifications
Compensation Disclosure
The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.
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Our Commitment
We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.