Senior Executive Assistant to CIO Santa Clara, California,

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!

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Summary

The Team

Our Information Technology team at Palo Alto Networks is at the forefront of AI and digital transformation. We are a team of builders and innovators, creating the technology foundation that empowers our employees to protect our digital way of life. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about technology, enjoy solving complex problems, and are driven to make a significant impact.

You will be part of a dynamic team that is building the future of cybersecurity infrastructure.

Job Summary

As the Senior Executive Assistant to the CIO, you will provide comprehensive, high-level administrative support, acting as a key partner in the CIO's success. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented professional who can anticipate needs and collaborate effectively to support the broader executive team in a fast-paced environment.

This is a high-impact role requiring impeccable discretion, a proactive mindset, attention to details and the ability to operate with urgency and precision. The role is unique in its focus on both administrative support and program management.

This is an office-based position at our headquarters in Santa Clara, CA. On-site presence is essential to support our team effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Event Leadership: Orchestrate high-stakes engagements—from executive offsites and Sales kick-offs to global All-Hands meetings—by defining agendas, managing complex logistics, and driving post-event accountability.
• Strategic Alignment: Serve as a critical link within the C-suite, partnering closely with other Senior EAs to synchronize global calendars and navigate shifting day-to-day priorities.
• Cross-Functional Synergy: Proactively exchange intelligence with the executive support team to ensure a seamless, unified experience across the entire leadership landscape.
• Operational Excellence: Apply rigorous program and project management methodologies to drive initiatives across key business units, including Sales, Go-To-Market (GTM) Strategy, and Operations.
• Predictive Planning: Identifying emerging challenges and last-minute shifts and help with implementing preemptive solutions to ensure uninterrupted momentum for the leadership team.

• Strategic Calendar Orchestration
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  Masterfully manage the CIO’s high-velocity calendar, exercising expert judgment to prioritize engagements and resolve conflicts across multiple global time zones.
• Global Mobility Management
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  Design and execute sophisticated domestic and international travel portfolios, including intricate itineraries, visa logistics, and proactive expense reconciliation.
• Executive Presence
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  Act as a trusted gatekeeper and representative of the CIO, maintaining absolute confidentiality and a commanding professional presence in all interactions.
• Proactive Problem Solving
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  Anticipate the needs of the leadership team before they arise, ensuring the CIO is…