Cortex Cloud Sales Specialist

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; New Delhi; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is looking for a Sales Specialist in New Delhi to drive growth for Cortex and Cloud business. The ideal candidate will possess over 14 years of experience in cybersecurity sales, focusing on developing customer relationships and executing sales strategies. This role involves technical discussions and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The company provides a dynamic work environment and values diversity in its workforce.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of experience in field sales for cybersecurity.
• Expertise in SecOps SIEM, EDR, or CNAPP solutions preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth of Cortex and Cloud business across the region.
• Build and cultivate strong customer relationships.
• Lead strategic sales campaigns and forecasting.
• Engage in technical discussions and translate solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for tailored solutions.

Skills

Field sales experience

Experience selling cybersecurity solutions

Complex solution sales methodologies

Relationship building with CIOs and CISOs

Channel partner strategy

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Specialist to drive the growth of our Cortex and Cloud business across the region. The ideal candidate will operate in a high-growth environment at scale, thrive in driving innovation, have a solid background in cybersecurity sales, and a deep understanding of security solutions. They will have a proven track record of developing strong customer relationships and executing strategies that support rapid expansion and success. This role requires a strategic thinker who excels in collaboration with internal teams, engages effectively with customers, and drives revenue growth through the sale of complex solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Join the fastest growing team where experience meets cutting-edge solutions.
• Build and cultivate strong customer relationships, driving business growth within the region.
• Partner with the core sales team to align customer strategies and engagements with Cortex and Cloud business objectives.
• Take full ownership of leading strategic sales campaigns and sales forecasting, utilizing in-depth knowledge of sales cycles from initial contact through procurement.
• Engage in deep technical discussions beyond standard sales presentations and pitches, translating complex technical cybersecurity solutions into clear business value propositions for customers.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, including sales engineers, to provide tailored customer‑centric solutions.
• Partner with Alliances to develop joint strategies, enhance customer engagement and deliver innovative solutions for existing and prospective clients.
• Travel domestically as needed to meet with customers and attend key business events.

Required Qualifications

• 14+ years of field sales experience focusing on key customer accounts and delivering value to Enterprise or Major‑level accounts in the cybersecurity industry.
• Extensive platform selling experience in complex sales with multiple buying centers.
• Experience selling SecOps SIEM, EDR or CNAPP (DevSecOps, CloudOps) solutions is highly preferred.
• Established trusted relationships with CIOs and CISOs with the ability to influence and drive strategic conversations.
• Expertise in applying complex solution sales methodologies to drive results.
• Experience working with channel partners and a deep understanding of a channel‑centric go‑to‑market strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth startup environment while collaborating effectively with sales engineers and cross‑functional teams.
• Experience operating in a continuous adoption, expansion, and upsell sales motion within a matrixed sales organization is preferred.
• Willingness to travel domestically as necessary to meet business needs.

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 [e-mail].

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.