Our Mission

　　At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:

　　Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.

　　We have the vision of a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. These aren’t easy goals to accomplish – but we’re not here for easy. We’re here for better. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

　　Our Approach to Work

　　We lead with flexibility and choice in all of our people programs. We have disrupted the traditional view that all employees have the same needs and wants. We offer personalisation and offer our employees the opportunity to choose what works best for them as often as possible - from your wellbeing support to your growth and development, and beyond!

　　At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work from the office three days per week, leaving two days for choice and flexibility to work where you feel most effective. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. While details may evolve, our goal is to create an environment where innovation thrives, with office-based teams coming together three days a week to collaborate and thrive, together!

　　Your Career

　　As the Senior Director of JAPAC Public Policy at Palo Alto Networks, you will spearhead the expansion and management of our policy and government affairs practice throughout the region. Your role involves developing and executing a robust public affairs strategy to enhance our engagement and relationships with institutions and government departments. You will engage in the development of strategic public policies, build/maintain influential relationships and help advance strategic business opportunities. You will also serve as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders in the region. The position will focus on all key markets in the region for Palo Alto Networks.

　　The role is based in Singapore and will require occasional travel throughout the JAPAC region, as well as trips to our Santa Clara, CA headquarters and our Washington, D.C. offices, as needed.

　　Your Impact

　　Expand and cultivate existing relationships while identifying new key officials, organisations, and stakeholders to elevate Palo Alto Networks' visibility in the cybersecurity and related tech policy communities

　　Develop and execute a comprehensive plan for engagement, ensuring strategic positioning in the cybersecurity and tech policy landscape

　　Monitor and engage on current and emerging public policy issues, including cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, certifications, data flows, cloud, and privacy, and develop and execute strategies to engage on these policies in the company’s interest

　　Collaborate with Palo Alto Networks' public sector teams to facilitate business conversations with senior government officials, government CIOs, cybersecurity stakeholders, and purchasing influencers of government and other public sector organizations

　　Support the development and maintenance of strategic relationships within public sector organizations and institutions

　　Partner closely with the JAPAC legal and policy team members, as well as with the U.S.-based Public Policy and Government Affairs team and Policy colleagues in EMEA to ensure consistent approaches and information sharing

　　Serve as a trusted advisor to senior business leadership in the region and support their efforts to increase company name recognition and operational relationships

　　Liaise internally with various corporate functions and geographic business leadership to provide timely public policy positions, insights, and written materials in relation to identified policy areas, related business initiatives, and government regulatory activities

　　Advise internal business leaders and work collaboratively with business units (including, marketing, communications, product management, sales, and others) to ensure that Palo Alto Networks has the information needed to make strategic decisions with critical impact on the company’s business goals

　　Help Palo Alto Networks continue to build our brand as a strategic partner to JAPAC policymakers and as a thought leader in the cybersecurity arena

　　Present the company's policy positions through written papers, comments, meetings, conferences, and industry associations

　　Manage local representation (e.g., local lobbyists, trade and other business associations)

　　Contribute to speeches and materials for senior executives, identifying thought leadership opportunities and operational partnerships

　　Travel regionally and, to a lesser extent, to corporate headquarters in Santa Clara, California and to Washington, D.C. as required

　　Your Experience

　　10+ years of relevant public policy experience

　　Track record in supporting sales teams and passion for building strategic business relationships

　　Strong background engaging on cybersecurity, data flows, data localisation, privacy, and AI and related government policies in the region

　　Network of government, academic, and other influencers in the region

　　Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships across various constituencies, both inside and outside the organization

　　Experience in managing large, cross-functional, and regionally dispersed teams, projects, and programs

　　Entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, independent negotiation, and decision-making skills

　　Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentations)

　　Outstanding interpersonal, relationship management, team, and diplomatic skills

　　Exceptional business judgment, strategic thinking, superior work ethic, attention to detail and quality, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under deadline pressure

　　Ability to work across multiple time zones, countries, and cultures

　　Law degree is a significant plus

　　Excellent proficiency in the English language (speaking and writing) - other languages a plus

　　The Team

　　The Global Policy and Government Affairs is part of the Global Legal team and works with governments, companies and organisations around the world to foster operational partnerships across industry and government, develop strategic relationships with key government officials, and advise governments on public policy and legislation.

　　Our Commitment

　　We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.

　　We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at [email protected].

　　Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

　　All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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