Our MissionAt Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.Who We AreWe take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.Your CareerIn this newly created opportunity, we are looking for an extraordinary Event Security Manager with a passion for protecting corporate assets, to include people, property and information. You will build and lead a program to deliver international programs, products and services related to the Safety & Security business function. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Global Safety & Security Programs, you will work closely with Finance, IT, HR, Risk, Engineering, Sales and the Real Estate & Facilities team. We are seeking a colleague who enjoys working independently but collaboratively in a collegial team environment within a fast-paced and dynamic company. Your Impact
Creativity counts! Work with senior leadership – and ultimately every employee – to translate company culture, values, and strategies into practical application for safety and security - We don’t want static “standards”, but we do want to clearly articulate certain principles and guidelines, as well as a continuously -evolving collection of best practices
Responsible for the safe and secure execution of Palo Alto Networks internal and external events
Partner closely with internal business stakeholders to build out a Globally scalable and solutions focused Event Security program
Work closely with the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC), Travel and Travel Safety teams to deliver Event Security solutions
Act as a business enabler, with a service first mindset to keep all employees and visitors safe
Using excellent communication skills, develop Policy and supporting documentation for the Event Security program
Use data, metrics and qualitative feedback to make sound strategic decisions and show ROI
Using a risk-based approach, scale support Globally through a combination of training and awareness and on the ground operational security deployments
Represent Palo Alto Networks in certain external forums where our SAS program is a focus and leverage regular external interactions to keep Palo Alto Networks on the “leading-edge” of best practices in workplace safety and security
Drive both cost and operational efficiency through the program as it scales, while also continuously innovating
Be a champion for diversity and inclusion
Other duties, projects, and initiatives as assigned
Your Experience
8+ years in security, law enforcement or a related field
Bachelors degree or a combination of industry related experience and education or equivalent military experience
Previous experience in a customer facing Event Security position for a large international company
Ability to build the workplace program with growth and change in mind - Capable of leading the efforts to differentiate our offices from other companies, from the perspective of both customers and employees
Understand and advise the company as it relates to matters of compliance, efficiency and industry standards
Comfortable enough to constantly adapt to the terrain and circumstances of a fast-paced environment
Thorough understanding of relevant products and vendors, including EH&S, Systems Technology and Security service providers
Ability to set, manage, and deliver within a reasonable budget, as well as the ability to make decisions and trade-offs based on holistic financial metrics - You are detail-oriented, and have both left-brain and right-brain strengths
Superior language, written and oral, communication skills required
Sense of humor and commitment to professionalism
Frequent travel required
Dynamic and team oriented, with excellent interpersonal skills, business judgment, strategic thinking, superior work ethic
Able to work efficiently with cross-functional teams and manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure
Comfortable with ambiguity
Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of contractual and related matters
The TeamAs a cybersecurity company, we care about your safety and security, both online and offline. The Global Safety & Security team was built to support the physical safety and security of our company in every region of the globe. It is the team's commitment to act as a business enabler and deliver a risk based, data-driven safety and security program, focused on protecting our people, property, and assets at all times and in all places.Compensation DisclosureThe 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/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $138000 - $222000/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here (http://benefits.paloaltonetworks.com/) .Our CommitmentWe’re problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t 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 accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com .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.
