Strategic Corporate Communications Lead — AI Narratives

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a high-energy Manager of Corporate Communications to shape the day-to-day narrative that connects our Public Sector leadership, M&A activity, and corporate mission.

You will report to the Head of Global Crisis Communications and work at the intersection of policy and PR, ensuring every message strengthens our reputation as the world’s AI-powered security partner of choice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in PR, Corporate Communications, or Public Affairs.
• Experience in B2B or government-adjacent roles is a major plus.
• Exceptional writing: turn a technical AI paper or M&A filing into a compelling story.
• Agility: a manager-doer mindset, able to pivot from strategy to rapid-response statements.
• Organization: juggle multiple projects (M&A, Public Sector, Corp PR) without fraying the woven thread.
• AI-forward: high proficiency using AI tools to streamline content production.

Responsibilities

• Draft high-impact content that weaves Public Sector wins with Corporate milestones.
• Audit outbound messaging to align with the Corporate Narrative and avoid silos.
• Lead the comms drumbeat for major initiatives, ensuring a steady stream of stories.
• Turn complex policy positions into compelling external narratives for media and stakeholders.
• Identify Hero Stories in government accounts and pitch to trade and top-tier media.
• Manage the tactical comms workstreams for acquisitions from Day 1 announcements to ongoing narrative onboarding.
• Maintain an always-on pulse on industry sentiment to support proactive reputation management.
• Build Executive Briefing Packs with talking points, FAQs, and scripts for leaders.
• Identify and secure speaking opportunities and awards that elevate Public Sector and Corporate experts.

Skills

Exceptional Writing

Agility

Organization

AI-Driven

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in PR/Communications

Tools

AI Tools

Job description

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a high-energy Manager of Corporate Communications to shape the day-to-day narrative that connects our Public Sector leadership, M&A activity, and corporate mission.

You will report to the Head of Global Crisis Communications and work at the intersection of policy and PR, ensuring every message strengthens our reputation as the world’s AI-powered security partner of choice.