Palo Alto Networks
Senior Product Manager (Post-Quantum VPN and Networking)
Palo Alto Networks, Santa Clara, California, us, 95053
Overview
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 looking for innovators who are committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity. Who We Are We take our mission seriously and are relentless in protecting our customers. Our values—disruption, collaboration, execution, integrity, and inclusion—are brought to life by every member of our team. As a member, you will shape the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and provide development and wellbeing programs with flexible options, including our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account, mental and financial health resources, and personalized learning opportunities. We value in-person collaboration and offer full-time office work with flexibility where needed to foster problem-solving and trusted relationships. Job Description Your Career Palo Alto Networks is seeking a visionary Senior Product Manager to drive the evolution of our core PAN-OS platform. This role shapes the future of network security by leading the strategy for PAN-OS networking and VPN technologies and is central to our platformization initiative that unifies security offerings and accelerates growth. In this high-visibility role, you will lead innovation for foundational technology powering our firewalls and a growing suite of cloud-based services. You will drive the adoption of PAN-OS VPN connectivity across the Strata portfolio, from Next-Generation Firewalls to Prisma Access and Strata Cloud Manager. This role involves delivering cutting-edge security features, including threat prevention and Generative AI capabilities. If you are ready to tackle complex challenges, apply to join the world of cybersecurity. Your Impact Define Product Vision & Strategy:
Establish the strategic vision, product roadmap, and technical requirements for the PAN-OS platform.
Lead Roadmap Execution:
Drive the development and communication of the product roadmap to customers, prospects, and internal stakeholders.
Innovate Core Technologies:
Manage key features within the PAN-OS VPN and networking stack, including advanced tunneling protocols (IPsec, GRE, GENEVE, WireGuard, MASQUE) and security protocols (IKE, SSL, TLS).
Drive Strategic Growth:
Champion the future of network connectivity through market research and competitive analysis.
Collaborate on GTM:
Partner with sales and marketing to develop and execute go-to-market strategies and support sales enablement.
Analyze Performance:
Monitor product performance metrics to guide continuous enhancements.
Your Experience Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Professional Background:
5-7 years as a Product Manager, Technical Marketing Manager, or engineering lead in software development, release, or quality assurance.
Technical Expertise:
Strong understanding of networking RFCs, frameworks, and architectures, with hands-on experience in device and appliance management. Experience with routing, switching, or security/firewall technology is a plus, particularly with PAN-OS NGFW firewalls.
Methodology:
Experience with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and a proven track record of launching products from concept to delivery.
Soft Skills:
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Networking & Technologies:
Deep understanding of networking fundamentals, scalable platforms, and deployment architectures; familiarity with OSI layers, routing, L2 switching, ASIC/FPGA, cloud data centers, service providers, and large enterprise networks.
Security & Compliance:
Experience with cryptographic algorithms and awareness of emerging technologies like post-quantum cryptography; knowledge of compliance requirements across sectors.
Additional Information The Team We are an innovative team focused on threat detection services and protecting customers’ public cloud workloads with resilient, scalable firewall solutions. We lead in FWaaS and have integrations across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and Oracle Cloud. We are one of the fastest-growing Security Products within Palo Alto Networks. Compensation Disclosure Compensation is based on qualifications, experience, and location. For offers at the posted level, starting base salary ranges from 144000 to 220000 per year, with potential bonuses and stock units. A description of employee benefits is available here. Our Commitment We’re problem solvers who take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. Diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability; please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com. Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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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 looking for innovators who are committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity. Who We Are We take our mission seriously and are relentless in protecting our customers. Our values—disruption, collaboration, execution, integrity, and inclusion—are brought to life by every member of our team. As a member, you will shape the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and provide development and wellbeing programs with flexible options, including our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account, mental and financial health resources, and personalized learning opportunities. We value in-person collaboration and offer full-time office work with flexibility where needed to foster problem-solving and trusted relationships. Job Description Your Career Palo Alto Networks is seeking a visionary Senior Product Manager to drive the evolution of our core PAN-OS platform. This role shapes the future of network security by leading the strategy for PAN-OS networking and VPN technologies and is central to our platformization initiative that unifies security offerings and accelerates growth. In this high-visibility role, you will lead innovation for foundational technology powering our firewalls and a growing suite of cloud-based services. You will drive the adoption of PAN-OS VPN connectivity across the Strata portfolio, from Next-Generation Firewalls to Prisma Access and Strata Cloud Manager. This role involves delivering cutting-edge security features, including threat prevention and Generative AI capabilities. If you are ready to tackle complex challenges, apply to join the world of cybersecurity. Your Impact Define Product Vision & Strategy:
Establish the strategic vision, product roadmap, and technical requirements for the PAN-OS platform.
Lead Roadmap Execution:
Drive the development and communication of the product roadmap to customers, prospects, and internal stakeholders.
Innovate Core Technologies:
Manage key features within the PAN-OS VPN and networking stack, including advanced tunneling protocols (IPsec, GRE, GENEVE, WireGuard, MASQUE) and security protocols (IKE, SSL, TLS).
Drive Strategic Growth:
Champion the future of network connectivity through market research and competitive analysis.
Collaborate on GTM:
Partner with sales and marketing to develop and execute go-to-market strategies and support sales enablement.
Analyze Performance:
Monitor product performance metrics to guide continuous enhancements.
Your Experience Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Professional Background:
5-7 years as a Product Manager, Technical Marketing Manager, or engineering lead in software development, release, or quality assurance.
Technical Expertise:
Strong understanding of networking RFCs, frameworks, and architectures, with hands-on experience in device and appliance management. Experience with routing, switching, or security/firewall technology is a plus, particularly with PAN-OS NGFW firewalls.
Methodology:
Experience with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and a proven track record of launching products from concept to delivery.
Soft Skills:
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Networking & Technologies:
Deep understanding of networking fundamentals, scalable platforms, and deployment architectures; familiarity with OSI layers, routing, L2 switching, ASIC/FPGA, cloud data centers, service providers, and large enterprise networks.
Security & Compliance:
Experience with cryptographic algorithms and awareness of emerging technologies like post-quantum cryptography; knowledge of compliance requirements across sectors.
Additional Information The Team We are an innovative team focused on threat detection services and protecting customers’ public cloud workloads with resilient, scalable firewall solutions. We lead in FWaaS and have integrations across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and Oracle Cloud. We are one of the fastest-growing Security Products within Palo Alto Networks. Compensation Disclosure Compensation is based on qualifications, experience, and location. For offers at the posted level, starting base salary ranges from 144000 to 220000 per year, with potential bonuses and stock units. A description of employee benefits is available here. Our Commitment We’re problem solvers who take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. Diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability; please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com. Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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