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 As the Sr Strategic Analytics and Operations Manager, you will hold a pivotal, high-visibility role as a direct thought partner to senior leadership. You will use data-driven insights to solve complex business challenges, leading high-impact initiatives that shape corporate strategy and drive operational excellence. This role is ideal for an analytical leader who excels at structuring problems and is passionate about delivering tangible business results. Key Responsibilities- Lead high-value strategic initiatives by structuring complex business problems, developing hypotheses, and delivering clear, compelling recommendations to executives. - Develop, own, and monitor critical KPIs and dashboards, providing actionable insights that empower product, engineering, and finance teams. - Design, develop, and manage complex projects and large-scale transformations from end-to-end, ensuring successful execution and value realization. - Proactively collaborate and exchange information with a diverse set of cross-functional stakeholders, including executive leaders, to co-create deliverables and drive alignment. - Drive organizational change by providing coaching and mentorship to junior team members, taking a personal interest in their professional growth and empowering them to succeed. - Conduct rigorous analysis, including market sizing, competitive assessments, and business/financial modeling, to support strategic recommendations. - Challenge the status quo curiously and positively by identifying opportunities to optimize efficiency at scale through data-driven insights. Qualifications Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. - 8+ years of relevant work experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, or business analytics. - 3+ years of hands-on experience with SQL and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, BigQuery). - Robust analytical, quantitative, and financial modeling skills with a proven ability to synthesize large datasets into actionable executive-level insights. - Proven record of leading high-impact initiatives and managing projects in a complex, cross-functional environment. Preferred Qualifications- MBA or an advanced degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Math, Statistics, Economics). - Experience in the Enterprise Technology or Cybersecurity sector. - A collaborative team player and independent thinker who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments with minimal supervision. - Consulting experience 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. $153,000.00 - $247,500.00/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  accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com. 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.