Senior Ecosystems Strategic Analytics Manager, Palo Alto Networks
$158-236k
Leading cybersecurity protections and software platform
Job no longer available
Leading cybersecurity protections and software platform
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$158-236k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To be the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Role
Who you are
- 8 years of professional experience. 4 years in top-tier management consulting a plus
- Advanced analytical, quantitative, and modeling expertise, with a proven ability to distill complex datasets and business dynamics into clear, actionable insights for executive decision-making
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with a track record of influencing and aligning senior leadership on complex business and technical issues
- Demonstrated success leading enterprise-level initiatives, driving cross-functional change, and managing programs that deliver measurable business impact
- Both a collaborative leader and an independent thinker; a proactive self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and can set direction with minimal guidance
- Experience in the Enterprise Technology sector is a plus but not required
- MBA or an advanced degree in a quantitative or technical field
- Experience with data analysis & visualization tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau) and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce)
What the job involves
- The Program Manager is a global role responsible for helping with the day-to-day elements of our award-winning Partner Program, including working globally and cross-functionally to strengthen program efficiency and channel scale through frictionless selling initiatives
- This role reports to the Channel Program Director, and will support all Ecosystems Routes to Market, requiring a broad array of skills, including go-to-market strategy, program and incentive design, and project management
- Work closely with our Ecosystems Partner Programs team to develop and architect our partner program strategy and ongoing transformation
- Combine your core strategy toolkit (framing/structure, hypothesis-driven approach, data-driven insight, best practices, etc.) with business judgment to directly lead and deliver major initiatives
- Apply first-principles thinking to deconstruct complex problems and design pragmatic, high-impact solutions that advance business priorities
- Synthesize diverse data sources into actionable insights that enable clear, confident decision-making at all levels of the organization
- Deliver concise, compelling materials for executive audiences, including business cases and strategic plans that drive measurable outcomes
- Partner across functions to align on priorities, influence stakeholders without direct authority, and accelerate initiatives with urgency and precision
- Champion innovation and continuous improvement, pushing boundaries with a bias for action while staying anchored in business objectives
- Drive AI-enabled initiatives to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and unlock new sources of value
- Lead end-to-end execution of strategic projects, owning timelines, mitigating risks, and ensuring results with visibility and accountability
- The Ecosystems team at Palo Alto Networks is a critical component of our continued growth and a strategic pillar for accomplishing our mission
- Partner coverage, capacity, and capabilities are key elements of success for the territory sales team, with the ultimate goal of empowering partners to accelerate customer adoption of Palo Alto Networks products and services
Our take
With cyber threats evolving at lightening speed, businesses need robust solutions to protect their data and infrastructure. And the global cybersecurity market is projected to grow significantly, driven by increasing cyberattacks and the adoption of digital transformation initiatives. Because of this, companies are seeking security platforms that can address these challenges efficiently.
That's where Palo Alto Networks steps in, a frontrunner in the cybersecurity arena. It offers a suite of AI-powered security solutions designed to safeguard enterprises across various sectors. Its platforms, such as Cortex XSIAM and Prisma AIRS, integrate advanced threat detection, zero trust architecture, and real-time response capabilities so organizations are ready to manage and mitigate risks.
Its leadership is evident too, with impressive growth and strategic partnerships. Recently the company surpassed $1.5M in sales through the Google Cloud Marketplace, highlighting the demand for its innovative security solutions. Additionally, a collaboration with AT&T aims to enhance cybersecurity offerings, further solidifying its position in the market.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Sep 2022
$34m
SERIES A
May 2022
$11m
SEED
Total funding: $45m
Company benefits
- Healthcare: We value your health and provide options so you can choose what best supports your lifestyle and personal health goals. Various nationwide plans — including Blue Shield of California, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, VSP, and more — are available to you and your family. Our providers offer the flexibility you want and the coverage you need
- Wellness: With a large on-site gym and daily, instructor-led exercise classes at HQ in Santa Clara, Palo Alto Networks actively supports employee fitness. Our juice bar, Gym & Juice, features fresh juice blends, a quick and nutritious option pre- or post-workout. And our ongoing wellness speaker series highlights the latest trends in health and wellness
- Development: Professional development is serious business at Palo Alto Networks, where the Talent Development team offers 25+ courses to help employees boost their careers and develop leadership capability
- Financial: Most roles are eligible for equity grants, and we now offer new hires a quarterly vesting schedule right away. We want you to be fairly compensated and rewarded as soon as you make an impact – on our team, that happens immediately! And because we consider every employee a stakeholder in our long-term success, we offer an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a 24-month lookback. From life insurance to health savings accounts, we provide ways to help you protect and grow your wealth. Palo Alto Networks offers both traditional and Roth 401(k) options, along with a company match of 50% to a max annual amount of $1,000
- Time Off: In addition to paid corporate holidays, Flexible Time Off programs empower our employees to balance their work schedules with personal time off. We offer 12 weeks of full pay for medical leave and 6 weeks of full pay for parental leave. As a company with strong ties to the military and veterans, we also offer 26 weeks of full pay for military leave
- Perks: Our corporate discount program provides employees with significant discounts on merchandise, travel and entertainment. We offer many on-site perks at headquarters, including cafeterias, fuel service, dry cleaning service, EV charging stations, and a company store. We also provide complimentary drinks, fresh fruit, and snacks in break rooms across our campus to help everyone power through the day. Life at Palo Alto Network
Company HQ
Santa Clara, CA
Leadership
Nikesh Arora
(CEO & Chairman)Previously the President and COO at SoftBank, CBO at Google, and CMO at T-Mobile.
Nir Zuk
(Founder & CTO)Previously CTO at NetScreen Technologies, which was acquired by Juniper Neworks in 2004. They also co-founded OneSecure where they served as CTO and was the Principal Engineer at Check Point Software Technologies.
Lee Klarich
(CPO)Initially joined Palo Alto in 2006 as the EVP of Product Management and became CPO in 2018. Prior to this, they were the Director of Product Management at Juniper Networks and a Product Line Manager at NetScreen Technologies.
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