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Senior Manager – Cloud Strategy and Operations

Senior Manager – Cloud Strategy and Operations

CompanyPalo Alto Networks
LocationSanta Clara, CA, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelors or Advanced Degree in Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years of experience of management consulting, finance (especially product finance) or business analytics, ideally within the technology sector
  • Strong analytical skills to synthesize data and drive actionable executive decisions
  • Proven ability to work effectively with global teams across different time zones, communicate financial concepts, and foster cross-department collaboration
  • Ability to understand cloud hosting, products, and engage with engineers, product managers, and technical teams
  • Proactive, high-performance attitude with the ability to meet tight deadlines and tackle new challenges
  • Ability to drive decisions and outcomes using data, without formal authority
  • Exceptional presentation skills, with the ability to lead and clearly communicate complex ideas
  • Proficient in building dynamic, integrated financial models with strong attention to detail and experience working with large datasets

Responsibilities

  • Be the thought partner to Cortex, one of our product platforms, on cloud hosting strategy, cost optimization and enabling business growth
  • Develop and monitor critical success metrics, providing actionable insights that empower product and cross-functional teams to drive key business decisions
  • Define and lead Cloud FinOps initiatives, bringing industry best practices and mobilizing cross-functional teams to jointly deliver on our priorities
  • Lead high-impact strategic initiatives, including managing complex negotiations with Cloud Service Providers to secure favorable terms and optimize long-term value
  • Drive alignment with all the Cortex teams and be responsible for Monthly Business Reviews, Monthly Forecast, Annual Planning, and Long-Range Planning

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and basic SQL for data extraction