Accelerator Architect

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 As an Accelerator Architect, you will be responsible for driving the success of our Machine Identity Security solutions. In this critical role, you will deploy our comprehensive software platform and professional services to global enterprise customers, simplifying governance and reducing risk exposure. You will establish highly collaborative relationships with account teams, acting as both a customer advocate and subject matter expert. Join us to guide organizations through automated processes, cloud technologies, and DevOps methodologies while enhancing their overall security posture. Key Responsibilities Operate within a focused team to protect the world's largest organizations using Machine Identity Security solutions. Translate and deliver customers' business and technical MIM needs effectively. Prepare and deliver specialized solution workshops demonstrating expertise in the Machine Identity Security Platform. Evaluate existing business processes, propose process improvements, and track the success of customers' MIM programs. Ensure the success of multiple customer accounts by serving as a dedicated advocate and subject matter expert. Document patterns and blueprints to provide compelling solutions for developers and cloud teams. Maintain close, collaborative working relationships with PANW teams, partner organizations, and customer organizations. Qualifications Required Qualifications Minimum of 7 years of consulting experience working within large-scale enterprise IT environments. Proven business acumen to identify critical business problems and articulate effective solutions to customers. Extensive experience automating Machine Identity Management using the MIM platforms, API’s, Adaptable framework and connectors. Strong expertise with scripting and APIs for automation utilizing PowerShell, Python, JavaScript, or similar languages. Direct working experience with modern containerization technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift. Hands-on experience working with major cloud platforms and technologies including AWS, Azure, and GCP. Proficiency with orchestration and CI/CD technologies such as Terraform, Ansible, Chef, or Jenkins. Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills for engaging with diverse technical and business stakeholders. Deep understanding of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) including technology, standards, and enterprise implementations. Preferred Qualifications AWS or Azure Architect Certification is highly preferred. Deep understanding of various Cloud models, Cloud providers, multi-cloud environments, and hybrid environments. Prior experience in a consultative, sales engineer, or enterprise architect role. Formal software development training and hands-on coding experience. Venafi Security Administrator (VSA) certification. Industry-recognized security certifications such as CISSP. Experience with technologies heavily utilizing TLS/SSL encryption such as F5, NetScaler, IIS, Apache, WebLogic, or WebSphere. 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.