Manager, Corporate Communications (Public Sector & M&A Narrative)

About the role

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. 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.

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.

Palo Alto Networks is looking for a high-energy, strategically-minded Manager of Corporate Communications. In this role, you will be the day-to-day architect of our "Woven Thread"—the unified narrative that connects our Public Sector leadership, our M&A activity, and our Corporate mission.

Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Draft high-impact content that weaves together our Public Sector wins and Corporate milestones.
• Narrative Guardrail: Audit outbound messaging from various business units to ensure it aligns with the core Corporate Narrative and doesn't "silo" our impact.
• Project Management: Lead the "comms drumbeat" for major initiatives, ensuring a steady stream of stories that reinforce our unified identity.
• Policy Storytelling: Partner with the Head of Global Crisis Communications and Reputation Management to turn complex policy positions into compelling external narratives for media and stakeholders.
• Field PR: Support the Federal and SLED teams by identifying "Hero Stories" within government accounts and pitching them to relevant trade and top-tier media.
• Integration Lead: Manage the tactical communication workstreams for acquisitions from Day 1 announcements to the ongoing "narrative onboarding" of new teams.
• Reputation Monitoring: Maintain an "always-on" pulse on industry sentiment to support the Head of Global Crisis Communications and Reputation Management in proactive reputation management and crisis readiness.
• Toolkit Development: Build "Executive Briefing Packs" (talking points, FAQs, and scripts) that empower our leaders to speak consistently about the company’s woven thread.
• Placement Coordination: Identify and secure speaking opportunities and awards that elevate our Public Sector and Corporate experts.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, or Master's degree with 6 years of experience in PR, Corporate Communications, or Public Affairs. Experience in B2B or government-adjacent roles is a major plus.

• Exceptional Writing: Ability to take a technical white paper on AI or a dry M&A filing and turn it into a "must-read" story.
• Agility: A "manager-doer" mindset—comfortable pivoting from a high-level strategy meeting to drafting a rapid-response press statement.
• Organization: Must be a pro at juggling multiple projects (M&A, Public Sector, and Corp PR) without letting the "Woven Thread" fray.
• AI-Forward: High proficiency in using AI tools to streamline content production, brainstorm creative angles, and analyze media pull-through.

Pay

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. The starting base salary is expected to be in the annual range of $97,000.00 - $157,500.00/yr. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus.