Manager, Strategic Events

Your Career

We are looking for a dynamic organized and creative Events Manager who is passionate about events in this ever-changing environment with a focus on innovation and delivery of attendee experiences as guiding this role you will be responsible for managing events in the Palo Alto Networks portfolio specifically  third party industry events CxO and proprietary events.

With a focus on details in this role you will be responsible for owning and managing  the Palo Alto Networks Global Events. Events include Ignite On Tour Industry third party events such Mobile World Congress AWS re : Invent and and CxO Events.

This role will reporting directly to the Director Global Events at Palo Alto Networks

Location :  This is a hybrid role based out of either our Santa Clara or New York City offices .

Your Impact

Manage and support event planning and execution deliverables (may include giveaways gamification housing support expo pass distribution)

Be on-site at events to provide operational support (registration desk booth staffing etc)

Provide hospitality service support at executive events (book and manage customer and executive transportation on-site host services food and beverage coordination)

Support speaker management activities including : organizing speaker training scheduling reviews and rehearsals managing speaker communications and speaker related forms as well as providing virtual speaker support for online events and / or on-site speaker support - Work directly with content owners to drive deliverables to deadlines

Own budget management (including requesting purchase orders tracking spend mapping expenses)

Effective project management including creation ownership and adherence to timelines and templates

Manage work streams and ensure they are delivering  tactical tasks such as submitting Asana tickets creating a workback plan setting up microsites or registration pages attending meetings and taking notes.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in event planning and engagement marketing. This role requires a forward-thinking individual with proven event planning analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications : Your Experience

5 years experience in Event Marketing (hospitality or event experience preferred)

Cybersecurity industry experience preferred

Excellent written and verbal skills

Detail- and service oriented

Creative collaborative and resourceful

Proven passion for learning and growth

Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment

Positive and motivated self-starter

Budget tracking experience preferred

The ability to travel 30-40% is essential for this role.

Additional Information :

The Team

Step into a marketing role at Palo Alto Networks where your innovation drives global impact against escalating cyber threats in this era of AI. Youll seize the unique opportunity to develop cutting-edge strategies and compelling content while collaborating with industry-leading experts in the fast-paced cybersecurity landscape. Here your creativity directly contributes to a safer digital future for everyone fostering your growth and development in this ever-evolving market.

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 $113000 - $182500 / YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

Our Commitment

Were problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecuritys status quo. Its simple : we cant 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   .

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.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Marketing,Catering,Organizational skills,Hospitality Experience,Management Experience,HubSpot,Event Planning,Events Management,Project Management,Event Marketing,Leadership Experience,negotiation

Department / Functional Area : Marketing

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1