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.
Our Approach to Work
We lead with flexibility and choice in all of our people programs. We have disrupted the traditional view that all employees have the same needs and wants. We offer personalization and offer our employees the opportunity to choose what works best for them as often as possible - from your wellbeing support to your growth and development, and beyond!
Job Description
Your Career
SASE technologies have taken center stage over the last couple years with an expected market of $15B by 2025. Palo Alto Networks has made significant investments in best in class capabilities in order to serve our customers’ needs and win against the competition. We’ve received validation from customers, partners, and analysts that our approach is visionary and compelling. This is the place to be and we need resources with the drive and creativity to help us realize our full potential.
We are looking for a Director, SASE, MSP/ MSSP who will embody the PANW vision and culture, leading the rapid growth strategies and GTM execution for our SD-WAN and SASE offerings for MSP/ MSSP. A successful candidate is one who has direct experience building network and security business with Tier 1 Service provider as a leading SD-WAN / SASE provider and who thrives in a fast and collaborative environment, with a proven track record of driving growth globally.
Your Impact
Create Alignment across the leadership teams on the GTM strategy and execution path for our SASE business with MSP/ MSSPDefine and lead the overarching offering to a target MSP - Partnering with Product Management, Marketing, Pricing and Sales to drive full sale cycle optimization, growth, and accelerationRepresent our product differentiation and strategy in customer conversations and EBCsExpand MSP routes to market Research (qualitative and quantitative), Experiment, and Execute on new ways to increase our share of wallet in new logos and installed base through engagement with MSP/ MSSPActivate, accelerate and sustain the sell-through GTM motion with MSP/ MSSP and drive predictable pipeline through measurement and reporting disciplineDrive the education and enablement target for teamCreate an environment and process for open communication and feedback loop between all functions to drive changeRun a global team that supports our MSP/ MSSP in their target markets across the deal cycle Qualifications Your Experience
15+ years of work experience, ideally with relevant work in technical sales / GTM roles with experience in cybersecurity, networking - specifically applied to building the MSPs route to marketIntimate knowledge and experience building profitable managed security servicesStrong knowledge of the SD-WAN (and ideally, SASE) product and competitive landscape Proven track record of building and leading high performing teams (technical and non)Outstanding communication and presentation skills - must be comfortable interacting extensively with executive staffPositive, growth-oriented mindsetProven track record of building new sales playbooks, assets and GTM strategies for MSP route to marketThrives in a matrixed, team environment anchored by our values of Collaboration, Disruption, Execution, Inclusion, and IntegrityFrench & English fluency required Additional Information The Team
Our sales team members work hand-in-hand with large organizations around the world to keep their digital environments protected. We educate, inspire, and empower our potential clients in their journey to security.
As part of our sales team, you are empowered with unmatched systems and tools, constantly updated research and sales libraries, and a team built on joint success. You won’t find someone at Palo Alto Networks that isn’t committed to your success – with everyone pitching in to assist when it comes to solutions selling, learning, and development. As a member of our sales team, you are motivated by a solutions-focused sales environment and find fulfillment in working with clients to resolve incredibly complex cyberthreats.
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 [email protected] .
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.
Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.