Senior Google Workspace Architect & AI Security Lead

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a Sr Staff Google Workspace administrator to anchor our Information Technology Productivity Applications team.

You will own key platforms, maintain and enhance systems, automate processes, and strengthen our security posture, working cross-functionally with the Information Security team. This role provides cross-functional exposure within IT operations and opportunities to influence governance, data privacy, and change management while collaborating on

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, support, and automation.
• Hands-on enterprise Google Workspace administration.
• Scripting for automation with JavaScript, Python, or Google Apps Script (GAM).
• Experience administering Gemini for Google Workspace or enterprise generative AI tools, including access controls, data loss prevention (DLP), and governance policies.
• Experience with formal change management processes and leading incident response efforts for major incidents.

Responsibilities

• Administratively manage Google Workspace including user lifecycle, group policies, and Gmail/Drive settings.
• Secure all email channels including Google Workspace and security gateways.
• Resolve IT issues via ServiceNow tickets to deliver timely solutions.
• Collaborate with Information Security to implement security configurations and integrate best practices.
• Lead Gemini governance for Google Workspace ensuring data privacy and safe AI usage standards.
• Drive generative AI adoption and deliver training across Google Workspace tools.
• Apply formal change management procedures to minimize risk and lead incident response.
• Define requirements, plan projects, and manage resources with minimal direction.

Skills

Google Workspace admin

Scripting (JavaScript/Python/GAS)

Gemini/AI governance

Change management

Incident response

Tools

ServiceNow

Proofpoint

SendGrid

Job description

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is seeking a Sr Staff Google Workspace administrator to anchor our Information Technology Productivity Applications team.

You will own key platforms, maintain and enhance systems, automate processes, and strengthen our security posture, working cross-functionally with the Information Security team. This role provides cross-functional exposure within IT operations and opportunities to influence governance, data privacy, and change management while collaborating on