Job Description

Your Career

At Palo Alto Networks, we are on a mission to redefine what it means to be secure in today’s digital-first world. As we continue our rapid global expansion, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Security Awareness and Training Analyst to lead and evolve our cybersecurity awareness and training program. This role will focus on fostering a strong security culture across the organization by designing, implementing, and managing initiatives that educate employees on cybersecurity best practices, mitigate human-related security risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Your Impact

As a member of our cybersecurity team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create engaging and impactful content, assess training effectiveness, and proactively address emerging threats by driving behavioral change throughout the organization. You will focus your skills in the following areas:

Program Development and Management:

• Develop engaging educational materials, including e-learning modules, videos, infographics, and newsletters, to promote cybersecurity best practices
• Lead phishing simulation campaigns and other hands-on activities to test and reinforce awareness
• Organize and support awareness events such as Cybersecurity Awareness Month activities, workshops, and webinars
• Foster a culture of security by creating engaging communication campaigns using posters, emails, and interactive resources
• Establish metrics to measure program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement

Collaboration and Engagement:

• Partner with other departments to integrate security training into onboarding and ongoing employee education programs
• Work closely with the other Infosec teams to identify emerging threats and tailor training content accordingly
• Act as a security culture ambassador, fostering positive engagement and support from all levels of the organization

Compliance and Risk Mitigation:

• Ensure the program complies with legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements (e.g., GDPR, CMMC, HIPAA)
• Analyze user behavior trends, assess vulnerabilities, and provide insights to address human-related risks
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of cybersecurity threats and adapt training programs to address evolving risks

Metrics and Reporting:

• Track and analyze training participation, phishing simulation results, and employee engagement metrics
• Prepare regular reports on the effectiveness of training programs and identify areas for improvement
• Regularly present program updates, metrics, and recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders

Qualifications

Your Experience

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Education, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) or equivalent military experience required
• 5+ years of experience in security awareness, training, or a related cybersecurity role
• Proven track record of managing and enhancing security awareness programs in a corporate or cybersecurity environment

Skills and Competencies:

• Deep understanding of cybersecurity concepts, best practices, and risk mitigation strategies
• Strong ability to create engaging and impactful awareness and training content tailored to diverse audiences
• Experience with phishing simulation tools and e-learning platforms
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technical topics into simple, relatable messages
• Analytical mindset to assess training effectiveness and make data-driven decisions
• Knowledge of relevant frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, SOC 2)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or certifications in training and development (e.g., Certified Security Awareness Practitioner - CSAP)
• Experience in managing global training initiatives in a multicultural organization

Additional Information

The Team

Serious mission, fun culture; We’re not your ordinary Information Security team. We’re a diverse group of security professionals that embraces challenging the status quo in order to protect Palo Alto Networks and our customers. They say it’s the people you work with that make you want to go to work and it’s true here; we love our work.

Think about it: Driving innovation on the Information Security team of the fastest-growing high-tech cybersecurity company is a once in a lifetime opportunity. You’ll be joined by the brightest minds in technology, and our global teams are on the front line of defense against cyberattacks.

We’re joined by one mission – but driven by the impact of that mission and what it means to protect our way of life in the digital age. Join a dynamic and fast-paced team that feels excitement at the prospect of a challenge and feels a thrill every time we beat the bad guys.

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$130000/YR - $211000/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

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Our Commitment

We’re problem solvers that 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.