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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 a Senior Security Awareness and Training Analyst, you will lead and evolve our cybersecurity awareness and training program. This role focuses on fostering a strong security culture by designing, implementing, and managing initiatives that educate employees on cybersecurity best practices, mitigate human-related security risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Education, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

• 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.

• 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

• Track and analyze training participation, phishing simulation results, and employee engagement metrics.

• 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.

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.

$134,700.00 - $217,800.00/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?: Yes