Principal Consultant, Proactive Services (Unit 42)

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 This client-facing role requires the Principal Consultant to lead and produce deliverables for cyber risk management (CRM) engagements. You will work directly with multiple customers and key stakeholders, from administrators to the C-suite, to define and drive security priorities for their security operations center (SOC) and broader information security teams, acting as a trusted advisor to help them achieve and maintain a strong cybersecurity posture. Key Responsibilities Lead comprehensive security audits of client security operations programs, including organization, processes, and technology. Analyze security monitoring and alerting to perform a gap analysis on asset visibility, log coverage, and detection effectiveness. Conduct cyber risk assessments using industry frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, and ISO 27001/2. Utilize command-line and graphical interfaces of security tools to perform technical validation of security controls. Assess client security architecture and the implementation and integration of security monitoring and protection tools. Advise on and develop strategic roadmaps with actionable recommendations for clients to mature their SOC capabilities. Collaborate with prospective clients to scope new opportunities, including the creation of proposals and statements of work. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent military experience, or a Master's degree with 6 years of experience, or a PhD with 3 years of experience. 8+ years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a consulting capacity focused on SOC, security engineering, or incident management for large organizations. Deep technical knowledge of SIEM platforms, EDR/XDR tools, Next-Gen Firewalls, and Vulnerability Management solutions. Experience serving as a security advisor and managing relationships with client stakeholders. Ability to travel as needed to meet business demands, averaging approximately 30%. Preferred Qualifications Hands-on experience with SIEM engineering, management, or advanced security analytics. Knowledge of or certification in the MITRE ATT&CK framework. Experience with command-line interfaces or scripting tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for security tasks. Proven track record of strengthening client relationships and developing new business opportunities. 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?: Yes