Solution Engineer IAM, IGA, SME, - Central

paloaltonetworks· Palo Alto Networks, Inc.
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About this role

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

Palo Alto Networks is looking for a customer-obsessed, technically curious Sr. Solutions Engineer (SE) who will act as a Subject Matter Export (SME) to support both our IDIRA Workforce IAM and IGA initiatives across the Central US region.

Why You’ll Love This Role

If you have a passion for empowering customers and view problem-solving as a true team sport, you’ll fit right in. We’re looking for an Identity & Access Management pro to help us shape the future of enterprise security.

    Qualifications

    • 3–5+ Years of IAM Depth: You know the core building blocks of identity inside and out—lifecycle management, federation (OIDC/OAuth), SSO/MFA, and zero-trust/least privilege frameworks.

    • Platform Experience: You’ve spent time in the trenches with platforms like CyberArk, Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, SailPoint, or Active Directory.

    • Strategic & Hands-On: You can jump from API testing in Postman to designing enterprise security roles that pass regulatory audits with flying colors.

    • Knowledge Multiplier: You don't just solve problems—you love teaching, documenting, and enabling your teammates and customers to succeed.

    • Extra Credit:

    • You know the competitive IAM/IGA landscape and can clearly articulate what makes CyberArk’s solution best-in-class.

    • Practical scripting chops to automate workflows and solve real-world security challenges.

    Compensation Disclosure

    The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

    $198,000.00 - $273,000.00/yr

    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  accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.

    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.

    Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

     

     

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    Solution Engineer IAM, IGA, SME, - Central
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