Sr. Security Awareness Analyst (InfoSec) Santa Clara, CA HQ onsite 3 days per week

Company Description

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.

As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!

At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.

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 Experien