Principal Technical Marketing Engineer (Data Security)

Santa Clara, CA (On-site)

$163K/yr – $264K/yrSenior Level10+ years expFull time

Posted 1 day ago

Job Summary

Own the technical GTM for Data Security and AI Access Security, build hands-on labs and demos, create enablement content, track competitors, author architectural material, and mentor the TME team while partnering with Product to shape the roadmap.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Drive the technical GTM strategy for Data Security and AI Access Security.
  • Design and maintain advanced, automated demo environments, click-paths, and hands-on labs.
  • Develop high-impact field enablement tools including PoV evaluation guides and architectural blueprints.
  • Track key competitors' solutions and identify technical gaps to feed back to R&D.
  • Author definitive technical content, including Reference Architectures, Validated Designs, and in-depth whitepapers.
  • Partner with Product Managers to validate PRDs and prioritize roadmap features based on telemetry.
  • Evangelize the platform as a subject matter expert at executive briefings and industry conferences.
  • Guide and mentor Technical Marketing Engineering team members, setting standards for technical accuracy.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in the cybersecurity industry in highly technical roles.
  • BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • Deep architectural expertise in modern Data Security technologies, including Enterprise DLP, CASB, and DSPM.
  • Proven expertise in AI Governance and Security, specifically securing employee access to GenAI.
  • Strong understanding of cloud architectures (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS) and web networking technologies.
  • Hands-on experience building production-grade labs and demos using automation like Python, Terraform, or REST APIs.
  • Exceptional communication skills for presenting complex technical concepts to deep-technical audiences and C-level executives.
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task, influence cross-functional teams, and drive complex initiatives from concept to execution.
  • Comfortable using various Agentic tools with an AI-first attitude to automate and improve processes.

Preferred

  • Background in Data Detection and Response (DDR) or behavioral analytics applied to insider risk.
  • Familiarity with enterprise browser architectures and DOM-level security extensions.
  • Experience defining AI Agent Security or AI Runtime Security (AIRS) strategies.
  • Experience engaging with tier-one industry analysts for MQ/Wave evaluations and technical briefings.
  • Prior experience as a Field SE or Field CTO supporting highly regulated enterprise customers.
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and mapping them to actionable data protection controls.
  • Hands-on experience integrating data security telemetry with SIEM, SOAR, or XDR platforms like Cortex XSIAM.
  • Active industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or AWS/Azure/GCP Security Specialty.
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Palo Alto Networks

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Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, is shaping the cloud-centric future with technology that is transforming the way people and organizations operate. Our mission is to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. We help address the world's greatest security challenges with continuous innovation that seizes the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, analytics, automation, and orchestration. By delivering an integrated platform and empowering a growing ecosystem of partners, we are at the forefront of protecting tens of thousands of organizations across clouds, networks, and mobile devices. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. For more information, visit www.paloaltonetworks.com.

Founded in 2015
Santa Clara, California, USA
18K employees (731 in marketing)
77% recommend to a friend
90% CEO approval

Salaries

Posted range

$163K/yr – $264K/yr

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$184K/yr

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Funding

Total Funding
$65M
Last Raise
$10M
Series C, 17 years ago

Funding History

  • Nov 2008
    Series C • $10M
  • Aug 2008
    Series C • $27M
  • Jun 2007
    Series B • $18M

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
4.3M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$664.2K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
37.4%
Direct
42.4%
Referral
17.4%
Social
0.9%
Paid
1.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~18.4K
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Principal Technical Marketing Engineer (Data Security)

Palo Alto Networks · Santa Clara, CA · On-site