Principal Architect
Core
Trusted executive advisor influencing clients' cybersecurity transformation strategies and driving successful security outcomes by delivering business-relevant consulting engagements to strategic prospects and customers.
Role type
Director-level Principal Architect (Cybersecurity Strategy & Advisory)
Builds
Strategic architectural roadmaps and business cases bridging Palo Alto Networks' security solutions with client business needs.
Domain
Cybersecurity, SASE/Zero Trust, Cloud Security, Enterprise Security Architecture
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Executive presence, strategic advisory, architectural assessments, solution design, risk reduction, operational excellence, cost management, sales productivity, thought leadership, cross-functional leadership, complex problem solving
Preferred skills
Deep technical knowledge of network security, SASE, Zero Trust, cloud computing, security operations, identity management, emerging cybersecurity and AI topics
Technologies
SASE, Zero Trust, Cloud Security, SIEM, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Identity Management
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain executive-level relationships with CxOs; Transform client security strategies through authoritative architectural roadmaps; Conduct high-impact consulting engagements including assessments, designs, and workshops; Collaborate with sales teams to develop differentiated proposals demonstrating business and technical value; Partner with Product Management to address emerging market needs; Lead cross-functional teams to orchestrate strategic advisory engagements
Seniority
Director-level, hands-on IC with strategic influence (via careerplan.io/jobs/JR-019409-principal-architect-at-paloaltonetworks)
