CyberArk (US HQ) · Indianapolis
Data & AI
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
Your Career
Palo Alto Networks is continuing building a world class finance organization and is looking for a top notch Sr Business Analyst that is highly talented and result driven to join the Commercial Finance team. This person will be responsible for providing critical financial and analytical decision support to the EMEA Sales organizations. You will focus on the financial health of the Commercial Financing’s Sales business (Deals Desk & PAN Financial Services) — top-line reporting, OPEX analysis / forecasting as well as leveraging advanced Generative AI skills to drive process improvements, automate complex financial workflows, reporting, and analytics. The position requires a well-rounded individual who has demonstrated the ability to deliver results in a high growth environment and strong business knowledge and business acumen in the area of Sales.
Your Impact
Provide Commercial Finance leader with insights and analytics translating raw data into "the story" behind the business performance, identifying risks and opportunities
Apply strong problem-solving, agile methodologies and Generative AI to automate, remove bottlenecks/friction and optimise processes.
Draft and present compelling business cases for solutions, including relevant investment.
Lead and execute joint cross-functional (e.g. IT, Finance, Sales, Sales Operations) projects and programs to optimise processes and tools and build new solutions at a global level.
Collaborate with the Deal Desk and PAN Financial Solutions team to map business processes/workflows and identify bottlenecks.
Support Commercial Finance in designing, building and executing its long term strategic plans.
Qualifications
Your Experience
3 to 5 years experience with a Masters degree or 5 to 7 years experience with a Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science or related
Exposure to Finance and/or Sales Operations, ideally within a high-growth SaaS or technology environment, is ideal
Strong relationship building, communication and presentation skills.
Process mapping, agile methodologies, and project management skills.
Expert in translating business needs into technical requirements.
AI-Native Mindset: Proven track record of pioneering the use of Generative AI (e.g., Gemini, NotebookLM) to automate manual workflows, summarize complex reports, and build "self-service" analytical tools.
AI, Data Science, SQL, Python skills preferred
Advanced Google Sheets/Excel skills with the ability to analyze large amounts of data and maintain complex financial models
Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and continually evolving environment
Experience and expertise in utilization of CRM, Planning and ERP systems such as Salesforce.com, Clari and SAP
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.