Sr. Professional Services Consultant, AI Security

Our Mission At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to 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 you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re 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 Job Summary In this role, you will be at the intersection of two of the most transformative technologies of our time: Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity. You will be a key expert in our brand-new AI Security services, leading customers through the critical process of securing their AI and Machine Learning (ML) pipelines. This is a unique opportunity to become a foundational member of a team that is defining the best practices for AI Security in the real world, leveraging cutting-edge technology to protect against novel threats. Key Responsibilities • Lead and execute customer-facing projects to deploy and operationalize the Prisma AIRS suite, including AI Model Scanning and AI Red Teaming solutions. • Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for customers and internal teams on securing the entire AI/ML development lifecycle. • Design and implement security solutions that protect against novel threats targeting Large Language Models (LLMs) and other ML systems. • Develop and deliver technical workshops, best practice guides, and strategic recommendations to help customers build a robust AI security posture. • Proactively collaborate with Product Management and Engineering teams, acting as a crucial conduit for field feedback to shape the future of our AI security products. • Create and maintain technical documentation, delivery templates, and reusable intellectual property to scale our practice globally. • Troubleshoot and solve complex technical challenges related to AI model security, runtime environments, and API integrations. Qualifications Required Qualifications • 5+ years of experience in a customer-facing technical role such as Professional Services, Solutions Architecture, Consulting, or Technical Account Management. • Strong foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles and public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). • Hands-on experience with AI/ML concepts, frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), and the MLOps lifecycle. • Proficiency in scripting and automation with Python and Terraform. • Proven experience in identifying and mitigating the OWASP Top 10 for LLM threats (e.g., Prompt Injection, Model Poisoning, Data Leakage). • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. Preferred Qualifications • Prior experience with Palo Alto Networks products, especially Prisma Cloud or NGFW. • Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). • Relevant industry certifications in cloud, cybersecurity, or AI/ML. 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. $140,000.00 - $192,500.00/yr Our Commitment We’re trailblazers that dream big, 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 [email protected]. 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. Apply tot his job