Senior Executive Assistant

Santa Clara, California, United States of America Administrative Services Ref ID: JR-021693

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

As the Senior Executive Assistant to the SVP, Unit 42 Consulting, you will act as a trusted partner, providing high-level support while exercising strong judgment, discretion, and executive presence. You will play a critical role in enabling the SVP’s effectiveness, navigating complex priorities, and operating seamlessly across senior leadership in a fast-paced, global environment. This is a high-impact role requiring strong attention to detail and the ability to operate with urgency and precision in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan high-stakes engagements, including executive offsites, and global All-Hands meetings. Define agendas, manage complex logistics, and drive post-event follow-through and accountability.
• Partner closely with senior leaders and the EA network to ensure alignment across priorities, calendars, and communications.
• structured program and project management approaches to drive execution across key business initiatives.
• Anticipate shifting priorities, identify risks, and implement solutions to maintain momentum for the leadership team.
• Manage a high-volume, complex calendar, exercising strong judgment to prioritize competing demands across global time zones.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including detailed itineraries, visa requirements, and expense management.
• Act as a trusted gatekeeper and representative, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions.
• Ensure the SVP is fully prepared for meetings and engagements with the appropriate context, materials, and alignment.
• Exercise sound judgment in prioritization and real-time decision-making on behalf of the SVP.
• Concept and plan large-scale internal events and leadership sessions that foster culture and alignment across the organization.
• Collaborate with the EA community to share best practices, drive consistency, and elevate executive support across the organization.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a VP+ level executive in a fast-paced, global organization.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex calendars, global travel, and event planning using Google Suite (G Suite).
• Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion and integrity.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to convey a professional image and represent the organization effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to address multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Travel will be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Experience working within a high-growth technology or cybersecurity company.
• A highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective and take initiative when working independently.

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work loca…