Principal Solutions Architect, Cortex
Core
Trusted executive advisor influencing client cybersecurity transformation strategies and driving successful security outcomes by delivering business-relevant consulting engagements to strategic prospects and customers.
Role type
Principal Solutions Architect (Director-level)
Builds
Strategic architectural roadmaps and business cases bridging Palo Alto Networks security solutions with client business needs
Domain
Cybersecurity, Secure Access Service Edge/Zero Trust (SASE/ZT), Cloud Security, Identity Security
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Security operations, incident response, SIEM, endpoint security, executive presence, strategic messaging, complex problem analysis, networking principles, cloud computing
Preferred skills
Network security, SASE/Zero Trust, cloud security, identity management, cyber threat intelligence, risk and regulatory topics, emerging technologies
Technologies
SIEM, endpoint security, SASE, Zero Trust, cloud platforms
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain executive-level relationships in strategic accounts; Transform client security strategies through authoritative architectural roadmaps; Conduct high-impact consulting engagements including architectural assessments and designs; Collaborate with sales teams to develop differentiated proposals demonstrating business and technical value; Partner with Product Management to address emerging needs in strategic market segments
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic advisory scope
