Remote Cortex Channel Consultant

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

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a Channel Cortex Domain Consultant to bridge deep technical expertise with strategic partner enablement across the Cortex portfolio.

You will serve as the primary technical SME and trusted advisor for Cortex, working with partner ecosystems and driving enablement to end customers. In this dual‑impact role, you will build partner capability, architect SOC transformation strategies, and deliver high‑impact technical enablement.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of technical pre‑sales, sales engineering, or solution consulting in Security Operations.
• Channel expertise with national partners, SI vendors, or distributors.
• Deep hands-on knowledge of SOC workflows, threat hunting, and incident response.
• Proficient in English and willing to travel within the region.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical SME and trusted advisor for Cortex, with partner focus.
• Plan, build, and deliver high‑impact technical training, workshops, and webinars.
• Define joint business plans with channel peers and identify Cortex expansion opportunities.
• Provide architectural guidance and enablement materials to activate partner teams.

Skills

Technical pre-sales

Channel expertise

SOC knowledge

Threat hunting

Incident response

English proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering

Tools

SIEM

SOAR

XDR/EDR

Job description

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a Channel Cortex Domain Consultant to bridge deep technical expertise with strategic partner enablement across the Cortex portfolio.

You will serve as the primary technical SME and trusted advisor for Cortex, working with partner ecosystems and driving enablement to end customers. In this dual‑impact role, you will build partner capability, architect SOC transformation strategies, and deliver high‑impact technical enablement.