GSOC Analyst

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 Palo Alto Networks is one of the fastest-growing security companies in history and has been recognized as a Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader multiple times for its innovation and ability to execute. Named the best place to work by the Silicon Valley Business Journal, we offer the chance to be part of an important mission: ending breaches and protecting our way of digital life. If you are a motivated, intelligent, creative, and hardworking individual, then this job may be for you!

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (NYSE: PANW), is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. In this opportunity, we are looking for an extraordinary GSOC Analyst, with a passion for protecting corporate assets, including people, property, and information. We are seeking a colleague who enjoys working independently but collaboratively in a collegial team environment within a fast-paced and dynamic company.

Responsibilities: Support a 24/7 Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) by monitoring and analyzing worldwide security threats and incidents that may impact Palo Alto Networks’ personnel, assets, and operations. Leverage open-source intelligence (OSINT), social media, and AI-enabled platforms (e.g., Dataminr, Everbridge, TweetDeck) to identify, assess, and escalate emerging risks in real time. Produce clear, actionable intelligence products, including incident reports, travel risk briefings, and event security assessments for internal security teams and, when required, senior leadership. Provide travel security monitoring and support using International SOS (ISOS), including tracking global travelers, issuing advisories, and responding to incidents affecting employees abroad. Deliver tactical intelligence support during ongoing incidents and planned corporate events, enabling timely decision-making and risk mitigation. Monitor geopolitical and security developments globally, with the ability to assess potential business impacts and provide recommendations to Regional Security Managers and other stakeholders. Actively support the ongoing development of the GSOC program by contributing to projects that enhance processes, tools, and operational effectiveness; identify gaps, recommend improvements, and share knowledge to strengthen team capabilities.

Qualifications: Experience in a Global Security Operations Center (GSOC), security operations, intelligence analysis, or risk management environment, preferably supporting a global corporate organization. Demonstrated ability to analyze security risks and emerging threats across physical security, geopolitical, travel, and operational environments, and assess their potential impact. Proven ability to synthesize large volumes of raw, multi-source information (OSINT, social media, internal reporting) into clear, actionable intelligence products. Experience working with security, intelligence, travel risk, emergency management, or similar enterprise platforms such as Everbridge, Dataminr, International SOS (ISOS), or comparable technologies. Candidates should demonstrate a working understanding of platform capabilities, configurations, workflows, integrations, and limitations beyond routine day-to-day use. Ability to support the evaluation, testing, implementation, and continuous improvement of GSOC platforms. This includes identifying opportunities to expand system capabilities, improve workflows and alerting, participate in user acceptance testing, document processes, and provide constructive feedback to vendors and internal stakeholders. Strong understanding of global geopolitical dynamics and emerging threats, with the ability to assess potential impacts to people, operations, assets, and the business. Ability to operate effectively in a 24/7 environment, including supporting after-hours incidents and extended-duration events as needed. Demonstrated ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure, including during high-tempo or crisis situations. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce concise reports and brief stakeholders at various levels, including senior leadership. Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams, including HR, Legal, Crisis Management, Executive Protection, IT, Facilities, and Travel. High attention to detail with strong analytical and critical thinking skills; able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Adaptable and comfortable working in ambiguous situations with evolving priorities and incomplete information. Understanding of security best practices, risk management principles, compliance considerations, and relevant industry standards. Bachelor’s degree required, with broad exposure to security and safety-related requirements and strong business acumen; Master’s degree preferred. Learn more about Palo Alto Networks here and check out our fast facts

Qualifications 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 . $78,900.00 - $127,600.00/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

View email address on click.appcast.io . 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.