Cortex Domain Consultant

Palo Alto Networks

. Serve as the Cortex portfolio expert for SOC Transformation .

Posted 10/25/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $206,400 - $283,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Security Operations and pre-sales engineering, with a strong focus on SIEM, SOAR, and XDR solutions. Capable of architecting security solutions, leading customer engagements, and driving technical validation to enhance security postures.

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Security OperationsSIEM SolutionsSOAR SolutionsXDR/EDR EnvironmentsIBM QRadar

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Hard Skills

Security Operations Center ProcessesTechnical Solution ArchitectureScripting (Python Preferred)Proof of Value ProjectsHigh-Level Design Documentation

Soft Skills

Customer EngagementCommunication with LeadershipCollaboration with Account TeamsEvangelizing Security Solutions

Tools & Technologies

Cortex SolutionsXDRAttack Surface ManagementIncident Response Solutions

Industry Keywords

SOC TransformationSecurity IntelligenceField Sales PositionCustomer Solutions Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Cortex portfolio expert for SOC Transformation
Define technical solutions that secure customers’ key business imperatives
Evangelize Security Intelligence and Automation, XDR, Attack Surface Management, SOAR, and Incident Response solutions
Collaborate with account teams to recommend and develop customer solutions
Present to customers from practitioners to senior leadership
Act as the main technical point of contact for Cortex and respond to RFIs/RFPs
Lead and support customer demonstrations
Scope and lead Proof of Value projects for prospective customers and partners
Drive technical validation and Proof of Value win rates
Discuss product alignment with customer requirements and differentiation
Architect solutions that strengthen and simplify customers’ security posture
Document High-Level Designs and Key Use Cases
Help customers build and develop services around Cortex solutions
Lead conversations about industry trends and changes in the security landscape
Position Palo Alto Networks or partner-delivered services for implementation and value realization
Initiate projects to improve team performance and help others adopt organizational policies
Communicate customer feedback to Product Management, Technical Marketing, competitor intelligence, and R&D

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years experience in Security Operations or pre-sales/sales engineering within SIEM, SOAR, SOC, and/or XDR/EDR environments
IBM QRadar design, deployment, and/or pre-sales experience highly desirable
Experience working with customers
Solid understanding of Security Operations Center processes
Advanced knowledge of SIEM and/or SOAR solutions
Scripting experience is a plus; Python preferred
Proficient in English
Must be able to support a field sales position; travel may be required for in-person customer meetings
Applicants requiring work visa sponsorship are not eligible; the company will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Benefits

Comp & perks

Restricted stock units may be included
Bonus may be included
Employee benefits are offered (specific benefits not detailed)
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability or special need