Senior Executive Assistant

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.

Who We Are

In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Summary

At Palo Alto Networks, we are shaping the future of cybersecurity. We are looking for a Senior Executive Assistant to provide strategic, high-level support to our Senior Vice President of Global Digital Marketing and Vice President of Brand Marketing. This is a high-visibility role at the intersection of brand reputation and digital transformation.

You aren’t just an assistant; you are a key operational partner. You will balance complex global logistics with a leadership role within our EA community. We are looking for a tech-forward professional who is passionate about AI, thrives in a "Mission First" environment, and can help us build a world-class Marketing EA program.

This is an in office role in our HQ, Santa Clara, CA 4-5 days/week

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Operational Support

• Anticipate Executive Needs: Proactively manage schedules and priorities to ensure the SVP and VP are focused on PANW’s highest-impact initiatives, including major launches like Ignite and Unit 42 briefings.

• Business Rhythm: Lead the coordination of staff meetings, all-hands, and global off-sites—driving agenda design, tracking action items, and ensuring team alignment.

• AI Integration: Serve as an early adopter of AI tools. You will actively explore and implement generative AI and automation to streamline workflows, manage meeting synthesis, and improve team productivity.

Community Leadership & Mentorship

• Marketing EA Program: Partner closely with the Lead Marketing EA to design and evolve a formal Marketing EA mentorship program. Your goal is to foster professional growth and operational consistency across the department.

• Collaboration: Act as a central hub for the Marketing and Communications EA team, building a "rising tide" culture where best practices are shared and silos are broken.

• Cross-Functional Synergy: Build strong partnerships with EAs in Sales, Product, and the Office of the CEO to facilitate seamless execution across the matrix.

Executive Partnership

• Voice of Leadership: Act as a professional extension of the SVP and VP—representing their priorities and maintaining a high standard of diplomacy with internal and external stakeholders.

• High-Stakes Discretion: Handle extremely sensitive information—including crisis communications, pre-release product roadmaps, and financial data—with the utmost confidentiality.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 8+ years of administrative experience, with 5+ years supporting senior executives (SVP/VP level) in a global, fast-paced technology environment.

• Cybersecurity & Marketing IQ: Direct experience in Cybersecurity (ideally at PANW or a peer) and Marketing/Communications is a significant advantage.

• AI Enthusiast: You don't just use tech; you love it. You have a genuine curiosity for Artificial Intelligence and are eager to apply it to make the executive office more efficient.

• Program Builder: Proven ability to mentor others and a desire to contribute to the "Palo Alto Networks Way" by building community and culture within the administrative function.

• Expertise: Mastery of Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and enterprise collaboration tools like Slack and Zoom.

• The "PANW" Mindset: You are agile, resilient under pressure, and possess the sound judgment needed to navigate the ambiguity of a rapidly growing global leader.

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

$101,000.00 - $163,000.00/yr

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 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.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.