GSI Senior Solution Architect - Accenture

Palo Alto Networks • Chicago, IL

6d • Remote

About The Position

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 In this role, you will lead the development and positioning of joint security solutions with Accenture. As an experienced Solution Architect, you will be responsible for working directly with the Managing Director at Palo Alto Networks for the Accenture partnership to define, build, and deliver creative technical enablement plans while driving technical go-to-market (GTM) strategies with Accenture. This role requires in-depth technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate effectively globally across internal teams, partners, and customers. Your work will directly contribute to expanding our security solutions and enhancing customer adoption of Palo Alto Networks’ technology, with a focus on Next Generation Security. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and drive strategic security solutions in collaboration with Accenture, helping organizations enhance their security posture with cutting-edge technology.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of experience working with systems integrators and enterprise customers in a technical capacity.
• Expertise in Network Security, NGFW, SASE, and Zero Trust with hands-on experience in architecture, design, and implementation.
• Strong foundational knowledge in SOC, SIEM, EDR, and cloud security solutions, with some hands-on experience in architecture, design, and implementation.
• Proven track record in selling, demonstrating, and/or deploying enterprise security solutions that may include log management and SIEM.
• Strong network security experience is essential.
• Strong experience in solution creation, working with product teams and partners to develop joint offerings.
• Deep understanding of enterprise security trends, competitive solutions, and business drivers.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including sales, engineering, and marketing.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to present complex security solutions to both technical and executive audiences.
• Strong understanding of technical partnerships and GTM strategies, particularly in working with Global System Integrators (GSIs).

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with Accenture and Palo Alto Networks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical solution-building process, from initial strategy discussions to creating service playbooks and technical guides.
• Act as the technical team representing Accenture Technical resources globally.
• Develop and position unique solution offerings in collaboration with Accenture and Palo Alto Networks teams.
• Drive the technical GTM strategy for joint solutions with Accenture, working closely with business development, sales, offer creation, and engineering teams.
• Provide deep technical leadership in designing and implementing security architectures, primarily on Network Security (SASE, NGFW, Zero Trust), with a medium to deep depth of knowledge of Security Operations (SOC, SIEM, Cloud) and/or AI Security.
• Support hands-on technical configuration, prototyping, and lab development as needed.
• Manage enablement activities for Accenture, ensuring their teams are well-versed in Palo Alto Networks’ security offerings.
• Evangelize Palo Alto Networks’ enterprise security platform, articulating its business value to Accenture and customers.
• Collaborate with sales engineers, channel managers, and account teams to drive revenue growth through solution adoption.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Accenture stakeholders, leading “partner peering” sessions to deepen engagement.
• Identify emerging security challenges and contribute to future solution strategies.

Benefits

• A description of our employee benefits may be found here .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior