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Palo Alto Networks Corporate Systems Engineer - SMB in Plano, Texas
Our Mission
At 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.
Our Approach to Work
We lead with flexibility and choice in all of our people programs. We have disrupted the traditional view that all employees have the same needs and wants. We offer personalization and offer our employees the opportunity to choose what works best for them as often as possible - from your wellbeing support to your growth and development, and beyond!
Your Career
As a Corporate System Engineer at Palo Alto Networks, you will be a critical member of our team, serving as a trusted technical advisor to potential clients, overseeing crucial phases of the sales process, and showcasing our product portfolio to customers and partners. This entry-level position is an opportunity for early career professionals and individuals looking to pivot into a system engineering role to excel while contributing to our mission of cybersecurity excellence.
Your Impact
As a Corporate System Engineer, your responsibilities include:
Technical Engagement - Build trust as a technical advisor for potential clients, understanding their needs, and effectively communicating how our solutions meet those needs
Sales Support - Oversee critical phases of the sales process, including needs assessment, demonstrations, proof of concept, and product definition
Product Showcase - Present our product portfolio and its features during customer meetings and events
Consultative Relationships - Forge robust consultative bonds with individuals in customer and partner organizations to ensure their contentment
Sales Team Support - Deliver advanced training and support to sales teams across various business regions
Industry Awareness - Stay current with industry trends, technological advancements, and the competitive landscape to effectively present and promote optimal client solutions
Your Experience
- Alumnus of Palo Alto Networks System Engineering Academy
OR
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent IT work experience or equivalent military experience required
Strong sales aptitude with the ability to engage with customers effectively
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
An adaptable and collaborative team player
Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles and concepts, as well as principles of defense in depth and the various layers of security (network, application, endpoint, etc.)
Knowledge of common cyber threats, and basic security technologies like firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), intrusion prevention systems (IPS), antivirus software, encryption, and authentication methods is important
Foundational Knowledge of Data Networking, including the OSI model, IP addressing (IPv4 and IPv6), subnetting and common networking protocols and services
Basic knowledge of network design principles, including LAN (Local Area Network) and WAN (Wide Area Network) configurations, is important - This includes understanding network topologies and network architecture
The Team
Our SE team members work hand-in-hand with large organizations around the world to keep their digital environments protected. We educate, inspire,and empower our potential clients in their journey to security.
You are empowered with unmatched systems and tools and a team built on joint success. You won’t find someone at Palo Alto Networks that isn’t committed to your success – with everyone pitching in to assist when it comes to solutions selling, learning, and development. Our Systems Engineering community is driven by the mission to be our customers’ cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting their digital way of life.
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 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.
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 between $124,700/yr to $171,500/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/) .
Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship?: No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.