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Palo Alto Sr Director New Product Introduction 
United States, California 
622139432

02.09.2024
Description

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

Your Impact

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of NPI product and program managers within the cybersecurity domain, fostering a high-performance culture
  • Cultivate an environment that motivates, challenges, and supports professional growth and development
  • Collaborate with Product Line Leaders to understand and prioritize new product launches
  • Oversee the intake, prioritization, and roadmap planning for NPI projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market demands
  • Partner with cross-functional IT teams to enable and integrate systems related to CPQ, Order Management & Fulfillment, Licensing, and Product Activation
  • Ensure alignment of IT systems with product requirements and market strategies for successful product launches
  • Partner with PMO as necessary to drive delivery excellence - Also ensure key project artifacts are created like the PRD, FSD, any design docs, Test Plan, etc
  • Drive the standardization and automation of NPI processes to improve efficiency and reduce cycle times
  • Implement best practices to streamline the launch of new cybersecurity products and enhance overall NPI velocity
  • Develop and monitor a set of key performance indicators (KPIs) with targets to measure NPI effectiveness and efficiency
  • Use KPI data to identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements with minimal friction
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with Product teams, IT stakeholders, and other relevant parties within the cybersecurity industry
  • Serve as a liaison to ensure effective communication and collaboration across teams
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements specific to cybersecurity NPI and implement solutions that enhance execution and reduce friction
  • Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in cybersecurity to apply innovative solutions to NPI challenges

Your Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent military experience required - Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, etc.) preferred
  • 15+ years of experience, with a minimum of 10 years in IT leadership roles, with significant experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and managing complex IT systems - Experience with Product Operations is a plus
  • Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale projects
  • Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to inspire and guide a high-performing team
  • Expertise in IT systems related to CPQ, Order Management & Fulfillment, Licensing, and Product Activation
  • Deep understanding of cybersecurity products and go-to-market strategies
  • Excellent strategic planning and execution capabilities
  • Demonstrated ability to streamline processes, standardize practices, and drive automation
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in developing and managing KPI metrics
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships across various levels of the organization
  • Proactive, results-oriented, and capable of navigating a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Innovative thinker with a passion for driving continuous improvement and operational excellence

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/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $260,000/yr to $357,500/yr. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found .

Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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