Executive Assistant, Palo Alto Networks
More information about location
2-5 days a week in office
Leading cybersecurity protections and software platform
Open for applications
Leading cybersecurity protections and software platform
1001+ employees
Open for applications
More information about location
2-5 days a week in office
1001+ employees
Company mission
To be the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Role
Who you are
- This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented professional who can anticipate needs and collaborate effectively to support the broader executive team in a fast-paced environment
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a C-level or SVP-level executive in a fast-paced, global organization
- Demonstrated expertise in managing complex calendars, global travel, and event planning using Google Suite (G Suite)
- Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion and integrity
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to convey a professional image and represent the organization effectively
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to address multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Desirable
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field
- Experience working within a high-growth technology or cybersecurity company
- Experience supporting a Chief Information Officer (CIO) or a senior Information Technology executive
- A highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective and take initiative when working independently
What the job involves
- As the Executive Assistant, you will provide comprehensive, high-level administrative support, acting as a key partner in the Area VP, GTM SASE- EMEA’s success
- You will engage with senior executives globally, manage complex scheduling and projects with the highest level of discretion and efficiency
- Manage the executives complex and dynamic calendar, strategically prioritizing meetings and resolving scheduling conflicts across multiple time zones
- Coordinate and execute all aspects of intricate international and domestic travel, including logistics, itineraries, and timely expense reconciliation
- Plan and execute critical meetings, including leadership offsites and team All-Hands, by establishing agendas, coordinating logistics, and ensuring effective follow-up
- Proactively collaborate and exchange information with other Executive Assistants to ensure aligned and seamless support across the entire leadership team
- Support the executive with key communication tasks, including drafting, editing, and distributing memos and announcements to various internal stakeholder groups
- Manage special projects from conception to completion, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and with a high degree of attention to detail
- Navigate the procurement process to ensure timely and accurate processing of purchase orders, invoices, and contracts for the executive’s office
Salary benchmarks
Our take
With cyber threats evolving at lightening speed, businesses need robust solutions to protect their data and infrastructure. And the global cybersecurity market is projected to grow significantly, driven by increasing cyberattacks and the adoption of digital transformation initiatives. Because of this, companies are seeking security platforms that can address these challenges efficiently.
That's where Palo Alto Networks steps in, a frontrunner in the cybersecurity arena. It offers a suite of AI-powered security solutions designed to safeguard enterprises across various sectors. Its platforms, such as Cortex XSIAM and Prisma AIRS, integrate advanced threat detection, zero trust architecture, and real-time response capabilities so organizations are ready to manage and mitigate risks.
Its leadership is evident too, with impressive growth and strategic partnerships. Recently the company surpassed $1.5M in sales through the Google Cloud Marketplace, highlighting the demand for its innovative security solutions. Additionally, a collaboration with AT&T aims to enhance cybersecurity offerings, further solidifying its position in the market.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Sep 2022
$34m
SERIES A
May 2022
$11m
SEED
Total funding: $45m
Company benefits
- Healthcare: We value your health and provide options so you can choose what best supports your lifestyle and personal health goals. Various nationwide plans — including Blue Shield of California, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, VSP, and more — are available to you and your family. Our providers offer the flexibility you want and the coverage you need
- Wellness: With a large on-site gym and daily, instructor-led exercise classes at HQ in Santa Clara, Palo Alto Networks actively supports employee fitness. Our juice bar, Gym & Juice, features fresh juice blends, a quick and nutritious option pre- or post-workout. And our ongoing wellness speaker series highlights the latest trends in health and wellness
- Development: Professional development is serious business at Palo Alto Networks, where the Talent Development team offers 25+ courses to help employees boost their careers and develop leadership capability
- Financial: Most roles are eligible for equity grants, and we now offer new hires a quarterly vesting schedule right away. We want you to be fairly compensated and rewarded as soon as you make an impact – on our team, that happens immediately! And because we consider every employee a stakeholder in our long-term success, we offer an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a 24-month lookback. From life insurance to health savings accounts, we provide ways to help you protect and grow your wealth. Palo Alto Networks offers both traditional and Roth 401(k) options, along with a company match of 50% to a max annual amount of $1,000
- Time Off: In addition to paid corporate holidays, Flexible Time Off programs empower our employees to balance their work schedules with personal time off. We offer 12 weeks of full pay for medical leave and 6 weeks of full pay for parental leave. As a company with strong ties to the military and veterans, we also offer 26 weeks of full pay for military leave
- Perks: Our corporate discount program provides employees with significant discounts on merchandise, travel and entertainment. We offer many on-site perks at headquarters, including cafeterias, fuel service, dry cleaning service, EV charging stations, and a company store. We also provide complimentary drinks, fresh fruit, and snacks in break rooms across our campus to help everyone power through the day. Life at Palo Alto Network
Company HQ
Santa Clara, CA
Leadership
Nikesh Arora
(CEO & Chairman)Previously the President and COO at SoftBank, CBO at Google, and CMO at T-Mobile.
Nir Zuk
(Founder & CTO)Previously CTO at NetScreen Technologies, which was acquired by Juniper Neworks in 2004. They also co-founded OneSecure where they served as CTO and was the Principal Engineer at Check Point Software Technologies.
Lee Klarich
(CPO)Initially joined Palo Alto in 2006 as the EVP of Product Management and became CPO in 2018. Prior to this, they were the Director of Product Management at Juniper Networks and a Product Line Manager at NetScreen Technologies.
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