Cortex Channel Enablement Consultant (Remote)

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 206,000 - 284,000; Full time

Job summary

Channel Cortex Domain Consultant at Palo Alto Networks, Inc. will bridge advanced technical expertise with partner enablement across our Cortex portfolio—our Next-Gen AI-powered security operations platform—working with and through our partner ecosystem.

In this dual-impact role, you will focus on building partner capability, SOC transformation strategies, and delivering high-impact technical enablement. You will empower partners to position, architect, and deliver Cortex solutions to end

Qualifications

• 6+ years in technical pre-sales or solution consulting within Security Operations (SIEM, SOAR, XDR/EDR).
• Channel expertise with national partners, SI or distributors.
• Deep SOC workflows, threat hunting, and incident response processes.
• Technical proficiency in Networking, Cybersecurity, SOC/Endpoint or Cloud Security.
• Hands-on installation, configurations, architectures, and troubleshooting.
• Strong communication and ability to train and mentor partner teams.
• Proficient in English and willing to travel within the region.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical SME for partner ecosystem.
• Develop joint business plans with channel sales and identify growth opportunities.
• Plan, build, and deliver high-impact technical training and workshops.
• Establish deep technical relationships with partner engineering teams.
• Provide pre-sales guidance and architectural support to win opportunities.
• Feedback product roadmaps based on partner insights and market needs.
• Keep partners updated on roadmaps and cybersecurity trends.
• Maintain records of engagements and pipeline impact.

Skills

Technical pre-sales

Channel sales

SOC operations

Threat hunting

English proficiency

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Channel Cortex Domain Consultant at Palo Alto Networks, Inc. will bridge advanced technical expertise with partner enablement across our Cortex portfolio—our Next-Gen AI-powered security operations platform—working with and through our partner ecosystem.

In this dual-impact role, you will focus on building partner capability, SOC transformation strategies, and delivering high-impact technical enablement. You will empower partners to position, architect, and deliver Cortex solutions to end