Director of Product Management (AI Runtime Security)

Palo Alto Networks • Santa Clara, CA

7h • $231,000 - $317,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As the Director of Product Management for AI Runtime Security, you will lead a world-class team to build and scale our innovative AI Runtime product offering. You will define the future of the AI security industry by translating customer needs and market trends into a compelling product vision and strategy. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical skill, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver market-defining security solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical/military experience.
• 8+ years of product management experience, with at least 3 years in a people management or team lead role.
• Demonstrated experience with enterprise products/platforms in cloud, networking, security, or AI domains.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to present to both technical and executive audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive strategic decisions.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field.
• Specific experience in network security products and technologies.
• Experience building and launching AI/ML-powered solutions for enterprise platforms.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow the Product Management team for AI Runtime Security, fostering a culture of innovation and execution.
• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI Runtime Security, ensuring alignment with executive leadership and customer requirements.
• Proactively collaborate with engineering, marketing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product development and delivery.
• Own and communicate the product roadmap to internal stakeholders, customers, prospects, and industry analysts.
• Partner closely with engineering leadership to solve complex technical problems, prioritize development, and deliver high-quality, on-time product releases.
• Collaborate with product marketing to develop compelling messaging, sales tools, and go-to-market strategies that drive adoption.
• Develop and execute product pricing, packaging, and go-to-market strategies to maximize market impact and revenue.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees