Principal Product Manager (Threat Prevention)

Palo Alto Networks; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks in Santa Clara, CA seeks a Principal Product Manager for Threat Prevention to define and drive the strategic vision of our Advanced Threat Prevention subscription. You will lead a cross-functional team across engineering, sales, and marketing to shape a differentiated, cloud-enabled security roadmap and deliver impactful protection for customers.

You'll bring a deep cybersecurity background, strong leadership, and a proven record of launching and scaling security products,

Qualifications

• BS or MS in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering) or equivalent military experience.
• 7+ years of experience in a technical product management role, with a focus on cybersecurity technologies.
• Proven ability to define and execute complex product strategies that result in substantial business impact and market disruption.
• MBA is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated track record of launching and scaling new products or offerings at a portfolio level.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and align stakeholders from individual contributors to executive leadership.
• Experience with cloud-based security solutions covering threat analysis, incident response, intrusion prevention (IPS), or antivirus (AV) technologies.
• Exceptional analytical skills to make data-driven decisions that influence long-term product strategy.

Responsibilities

• Own and articulate the long-term strategic vision and roadmap for the Advanced Threat Prevention product.
• Drive the growth and innovation of the security product portfolio, creating a differentiated roadmap that disrupts the market.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and marketing leadership to ensure cohesive strategy and execution for best-in-class security solutions.
• Analyze complex business data to identify and execute on significant growth opportunities and successfully enter new, high-growth markets.
• Serve as a key subject matter expert and evangelist for threat prevention, engaging with customers, partners, and industry analysts.
• Mentor and guide other product managers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Challenge the status quo by identifying problems, critically reviewing data, and providing practical solutions to enhance product capabilities.

Skills

Product management

Cybersecurity

Cloud security

Data analysis

Stakeholder influence

Technical background

Written/verbal communication

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

MBA desirable

Tools

IPS/AV technologies

Job description

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

Your Career

As the Principal Product Manager for Threat Prevention, you will define and execute the strategic vision for our Advanced Threat Prevention security subscription. This role is crucial for innovating our IPS capabilities to protect customers from sophisticated, AI-driven cyber threats. You will leverage a deep technical background in cybersecurity and a passion for customer protection to lead and collaborate with top industry minds, driving transformative security outcomes in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.

Your Impact

• Own and articulate the long-term strategic vision and roadmap for the Advanced Threat Prevention product, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Drive the growth and innovation of the security product portfolio, creating a differentiated roadmap that disrupts the market.
• Collaborate extensively with engineering, sales, and marketing leadership to ensure cohesive strategy and execution for best-in-class security solutions.
• Analyze complex business data to identify and execute on significant growth opportunities and successfully enter new, high-growth markets.
• Serve as a key subject matter expert and evangelist for threat prevention, engaging with customers, partners, and industry analysts.
• Mentor and guide other product managers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Challenge the status quo by identifying problems, critically reviewing data, and providing practical solutions to enhance product capabilities.

Qualifications

Your Experience

• BS or MS in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering), or equivalent military experience.
• 7+ years of experience in a technical product management role, with a focus on cybersecurity technologies.
• Proven ability to define and execute complex product strategies that result in substantial business impact and market disruption.
• MBA is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated track record of successfully launching and scaling new products or offerings at a portfolio level.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and align stakeholders from individual contributors to executive leadership.
• Experience with cloud-based security solutions covering threat analysis, incident response, intrusion prevention (IPS), or antivirus (AV) technologies.
• Exceptional analytical skills to make complex, data-driven decisions that influence long-term product strategy.

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 (https://benefits.paloaltonetworks.com/) .

$171,200.00 - $276,825.00/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 [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?: Yes