Sr Director, Product Management - Web Protection

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!

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Summary

Job Summary As the Sr. Director of Product Management for Web Protection, you will define and execute the strategic vision for our core security subscription portfolio in a landscape of evolving AI-powered threats. You will lead a team of top security minds to innovate our web protection capabilities, leveraging a vast customer base and rich security data. This executive role requires a blend of strategic thinking, deep technical cybersecurity expertise, and a passion for protecting customers by delivering transformative security outcomes. Key Responsibilities Own and articulate the long-term strategic vision and roadmap for the Web Protection product portfolio, ensuring alignment with company objectives. Take accountability for the P&L and growth of the security product portfolio, driving an innovative roadmap to disrupt the market. Lead, coach, and mentor a world-class team of product managers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with engineering, sales, and marketing leadership to ensure cohesive strategy and execution for delivering best-in-class security solutions. Identify and pursue significant growth opportunities, leveraging business acumen and technical expertise to enter and lead new high-growth markets. Represent Palo Alto Networks as a key subject matter expert and evangelist for web protection with customers, partners, and industry analysts.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications BS or MS in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering), or equivalent military experience. 10+ years of experience in a technical product management leadership role with security solutions covering web protection, threat analysis, intrusion prevention, or antivirus. 5+ years of experience managing and scaling high-performing teams of product managers. Demonstrated track record of successfully launching and scaling new products or offerings at a portfolio level, driving significant revenue growth and market share. Superior written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and align stakeholders from individual contributors to executive leadership. Preferred Qualifications MBA is highly desirable. Experience with cloud-based security solutions and delivery models. Experience managing managers or leading multiple product lines. Proven ability to make complex, data-driven decisions that influence long-term strategy.

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.

$260,400.00 - $357,375.00/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  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.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.