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# Lead, Strategy and AI Transformation

- **Company:** Palo Alto Networks
- **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $176,800 - $286,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Artificial Intelligence, Enterprise Software Applications, Palo Alto Networks
- **Published:** November 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.financialjobbank.com/job.asp?id=3494060818&tx=JT10698UHD&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* 8+ years relevant work experience with at least 3 years in management consulting (McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Deloitte, etc.), private equity or top-tier tech strategy or "bizops" functions (Google, Facebook, Amazon, etc.)
 * MBA graduate from a top-tier B-school or similar academic credentials, or "direct promote" in Consulting or equivalent military experience required
 * Effective verbal and written communication ability and comfort with both business and technical discussions with senior audiences
 * Experience in building relationships and leading through influence
 * Experience managing projects and large-scale transformations
 * Great teammate, willing to passionately roll up their sleeves and work cross-functionally to get things done
 * Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments with minimal supervision
 * Expertise in the Enterprise technology industry is a must

Preferred Qualifications

 * Knowledge of cybersecurity industry is a plus but not required

## Description

Palo Alto Networks is expanding its strategy organization and seeking a Strategy Lead (Sr. Manager) for our Central Strategy and Transformation team.

Recent projects for this team have included developing the AI strategy for our Finance function, and driving business impact from adoption of AI code-assist tools for our Engineering organization. Your work as a Strategy Lead will directly and visibly contribute to our overall strategy and success. You will work as part of a project team, interfacing directly with the senior leaders in the organization to solve complex strategy problems that are on top-of-mind for our executives. The role is beyond strategy and goes deep into execution to own and drive business outcomes., * Structure 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 value
 * Develop and present high-quality recommendation and deliverables (PPT, Word, etc.) for executive level consumption
 * Support strategy / business planning processes and assist with developing strategic capabilities across the organization
 * Drive 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"
 * Provide coaching and mentoring to others on the team and take personal interest in their growth in the organization