Principal TPM, NetSec & AI Transformation

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 284,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager to lead strategic engineering initiatives in the Network Security (NetSec) organization.

You will drive multi‑program execution across complex architectural boundaries, resolve ambiguities between teams, and improve delivery and efficiency across the engineering lifecycle. As an Expert Individual Contributor and Systems Thinker, you will guide cross‑functional programs, influence technical design, and promote AI adoption

Qualifications

• 12+ years of technical program management in software, cloud security, or enterprise networking.
• Proven ability to own multiple large programs across divisions.
• Deep understanding of NetSec, Cloud Firewalls, or AI data governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple complex programs from inception to release.
• Drive systems thinking across the NetSec org and implement KPIs.
• Influence architectural decisions and ensure product completeness.
• Mentor TPMs in AI workflows and tools to boost delivery.
• Engage stakeholders and present strategic process decisions to leadership.

Skills

Program management

Systems thinking

AI adoption

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/EE

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Dashboards

Job description

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager to lead strategic engineering initiatives in the Network Security (NetSec) organization.

You will drive multi‑program execution across complex architectural boundaries, resolve ambiguities between teams, and improve delivery and efficiency across the engineering lifecycle. As an Expert Individual Contributor and Systems Thinker, you will guide cross‑functional programs, influence technical design, and promote AI adoption