Senior Consulting Director, AI Security, Proactive Services (Unit 42)
Palo Alto Networks · Posted Oct 19, 2026
- Santa Clara, United States
- Full-time · Manager
- $248K–$289K per year
- 10+ years
Lead AI Security Assessment services and delivery in North America, managing a high‑performing consulting team and driving revenue, utilization, and client satisfaction.
Compensation
$247,500.00 - $288,750.00/yr
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and vision for Unit 42’s global AI Security Assessment services
- Own and drive success across all AI Security Assessment service line KPIs
- Lead the continual maturation and innovation of AI Security Assessment methodologies
- Serve as the executive sponsor, strategic advisor and delivery lead for complex, high‑impact AI Security engagements
- Deliver strategic guidance to CISOs, CTOs, and executive stakeholders on optimal security for generative AI technology implementation
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, or equivalent professional experience
- Nice to have: Master’s Degree or cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM, GIAC, etc.)
- Nice to have: experience advising CISOs and senior stakeholders
- Nice to have: experience managing diverse teams of business and technical consultants
- Nice to have: scoping new consulting opportunities