Strategy Extern

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks were united by a shared missionto 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 youre ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are youre 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!

This role is remote but distance is no barrier to impact. Our hybrid teams collaborate across geographies to solve big problems stay close to our customers and grow together. You will be part of a culture that values trust accountability and shared success where your work truly matters.

Job Summary

Your CareerOur Cortex and Cloud GTM organization sits at the heart of Palo Alto Networks supporting all functions within the organization and tackles cross-functional strategic initiatives across Sales Product Marketing Finance and People teams. We are a Special Forces Strategy and GTM team that will tackle the most mission-critical and challenging initiatives across Palo Alto Networks to drive and support our industry-leading growth. We work on projects that move the needle have major C-level pull and impact the companys overall trajectory. We operate in an unpolitical and meritocratic environment as a tight-knit unit with a supportive learning-oriented culture that enables our team members to work as a Cortex and Cloud GTM Intern will directly and visibly contribute to our overall strategy and success. You will be tasked with developing solutions for complex business problems that are top-of-mind for our executives. We expect you to work collaboratively to gather and analyze information formulate and test hypotheses independently lead problem-solving develop and package recommendations for presentation to management support execution and manage a broad set of x-functional stakeholders. At every turn our team will strive to uncover value and opportunities for the Business. Your ImpactWork directly with a GTM Sr. Director / Principal / Lead to drive high-value workstreams as part of broader strategic initiatives to break down complex problems develop and test hypothesis and drive x-functional alignment to deliver recommendationsLead thoughtful creative and rigorous analysis (e.g. market sizing competitive assessments business models) to synthesize insightsDevelop and present high-quality recommendation and deliverables for executive level consumption and actively contribute to associated strategy and execution discussionsWork collaboratively across a cross-functional set of stakeholders to gather the right information prove / disprove your hypothesis co-create deliverables accelerate execution and ultimately unlock valueSupport strategy / business planning processes and assist with developing strategic capabilities across the organizationDrive change across the organization and be willing to wear multiple hats (strategy development project management and execution) to do it what it takes to move the needle A bit of the tactic of the jobStructure and break down complex business problems develop a hypothesis drive analysis and deliver recommendations Work collaboratively across a cross-functional set of stakeholders to gather the right information pressure test your hypothesis co-create deliverables accelerate execution and unlock valueDevelop and present high-quality recommendation and deliverables for executive level consumption Support strategy / business planning processes and assist with developing strategic capabilities across the organizationDrive change across the organization and be willing to wear multiple hats (strategy development project management and execution) to do it what it takes to move the needle

Qualifications

Your Experience 2 years of relevant work experience with at least 2 years in management consulting or internal strategy or bizops within a corporation Interest in learning about enterprise tech strategyRobust analytical skillset mixed with endless curiosity and open-mindednessEffective verbal & written presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively to Executive-level audiencesCollaborative team player willing to go beyond strategy in order to support execution and realizationIndependent thinker and Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced high-growth environments with minimal supervision; a proven record of leadership in a work settingAdditional relevant experience with large transformations is a plus

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.

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Our Commitment

Were trailblazers that dream big take risks and challenge cybersecuritys status quo. Its simple: we cant 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 .

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 No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.