Sr.Program Manager, AI Transformation

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 This is not a typical finance role. We are building a new team at the nexus of finance, data science, and artificial intelligence, and we are looking for the next generation of innovators to help architect our future. As the Finance AI Transformation Lead, you are the architect of the next‑generation finance operating model at Palo Alto Networks. We are moving beyond incremental automation to build an "AI‑first" FP&A function. You will partner with senior leaders across Finance, IT, and the wider business to design and implement novel solutions from the ground up. If you are passionate about building sophisticated models, discovering insights in complex data, and seeing your work directly influence multi‑billion dollar decisions, this is a unique opportunity to define your career at the forefront of the industry. Key Responsibilities Lead initiatives to develop AI agents and automated workflows that can be scaled across different finance FP&A teams AI‑First Process Redesign: moving beyond automating existing spreadsheets, you will lead the redesign of processes from the ground up to be AI‑native (e.g., shifting from manual variance analysis to real‑time, agentic anomaly detection) Strategic Finance Tech Stack advisor—evaluate existing ERP systems, emerging AI vendors and assess where we should build vs. buy to ensure we have a scalable, high‑performance infrastructure to support the next‑gen Finance organization Deliver insights: leverage AI to uncover KPIs and business drivers that enable proactive discussions with executive leadership on resource allocation and investment decisions Change leadership: lead cross‑functional teams (Data Engineers, Finance SMEs, IT) to define the business objectives, align on approach/technical solution and drive projects from "proof of concept" to deployment Qualifications Required Experience 8+ years of experience in Finance Transformation. Have an understanding of the "Data Journey"—from transactional ERPs (e.g., SAP, Oracle) to EPM platforms (e.g., Pigment, Anaplan) and have experience in leveraging AI/new technology to reimagine the Finance processes. Proficiency in the Modern Finance Tech Stack. Familiarity with data analysis and hands‑on experience operationalizing AI to solve specific FP&A pain points (e.g., automated variance commentary or predictive forecasting). Strong problem‑solving. Demonstrated ability to navigate high‑ambiguity environments and "blue ocean" projects. You can take a vague executive vision and translate it into a solution, resolving any blockers along the way. Excellent project management skills with a track record of successful system implementations and leading cross‑functional initiatives end to end. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with finance leadership and cross‑functional teams. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or a related field. MBA or advanced technical certification is a plus. Preferred Experience Proficient in SQL and Python for data manipulation, familiarity with generative AI platforms (LLMs, AI agents) at enterprise scale. Management consulting background (Big 4, MBB, advisory board, etc.). 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. $151,000.00 - $244,000.00/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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Palo Alto Networks, Inc.