Security Enablement Architect, Unit 42

Company Description

Our Mission
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.

FLEXWORK is an employee-centric reimagining of how we work. We built FLEXWORK based on employee feedback – it is about flexibility, trust, and choice whenever possible. It’s been a journey of disruption that has yielded the best of our values. We offer as much flexibility as possible, and choices that enable you to be most productive, including benefits that meet your needs and learning opportunities that you feel passionate about.

Our Approach to Work
At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work from the office three days per week, leaving two days for choice and flexibility to work where you feel most effective. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. While details may evolve, our goal is to create an environment where innovation thrives, with office-based teams coming together three days a week to collaborate and thrive, together!

This hybrid role can be located in Santa Clara, CA (Headquarters), Plano, TX, Reston, VA, or NYC.

Job Description

Your Career

As a Technical Enablement Architect with a cybersecurity specialization, your mission is to equip our Systems Engineers with the knowledge and skills they need to excel in the field. You will leverage your expertise in GRC, risk and compliance, offensive security, vulnerability assessments, incident response practices, SOC operations to drive our SEs' success. Collaboration with the Enablement Service Center and a deep understanding of security solutions and industry trends are vital components of this role. Your work will directly support our Unit 42 Go-to-Market (GTM) strategies.
 

Your Impact

• Utilize your experience as a Systems Engineer, SOC Manager, Customer Success Engineer, or Incident Response Consultant to bring real-world expertise to the SE team.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency with SIEM, XDR, and SOAR tools, enhancing SEs' knowledge of these critical cybersecurity components.
• Drive the onboarding program for new SE hires, ensuring they can effectively present and demonstrate Palo Alto Networks security solutions from day one.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of security solutions and industry trends to provide SEs with the most current knowledge.
• Lead ongoing SE development, empowering them to deliver compelling customer presentations, demonstrations, and evaluations aligned with Unit 42 GTM strategies.
• Implement technical enablement and discovery skills, enabling SEs to navigate complex customer environments effectively.
• Collaborate closely with the Enablement Service Center to develop tailored learning paths for technical sellers, leveraging your cybersecurity expertise.
• Continuously refine and enhance SE training materials and programs to keep them aligned with the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Qualifications

Your Experience

• Proven experience as a Systems Engineer, SOC Manager, Customer Success Engineer, or Incident Response Consultant.
• Strong expertise in GRC, risk and compliance, offensive security, vulnerability assessments, incident response practices, SOC operations, and red/blue team concepts.
• Familiarity with SIEM, XDR, and SOAR tools.
• Proficiency with complex cybersecurity products and solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to drive the onboarding and continuous development of SEs.
• In-depth understanding of security solutions and industry trends.
• Ability to travel up to 30% (domestic) annually. 

Additional Information

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