Lead, Analytics & Operations Strategy

Job Title:

Lead, Analytics & Operations Strategy

About Skyhigh Security:

Skyhigh Security is a dynamic, fast-paced, cloud company that is a leader in the security industry.  Our mission is to protect the world’s data, and because of this, we live and breathe security. We value learning at our core, underpinned by openness and transparency. 

Since 2011, organizations have trusted us to provide them with a complete, market-leading security platform built on a modern cloud stack. Our industry-leading suite of products radically simplifies data security through easy-to-use, cloud-based, Zero Trust solutions that are managed in a single dashboard, powered by hundreds of employees across the world. With offices in Santa Clara, Aylesbury, Paderborn, Bengaluru, Sydney, Tokyo and more, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. 

Skyhigh Security Is more than a company; here, when you invest your career with us, we commit to investing in you. We embrace a hybrid work model, creating the flexibility and freedom you need from your work environment to reach your potential. From our employee recognition program, to our ‘Blast Talks' learning series, and team celebrations (we love to have fun!), we strive to be an interactive and engaging place where you can be your authentic self. 

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Role Overview:

Are you a data expert who sees beyond the numbers to the story they tell? Do you thrive on transforming complex data into strategic insights that drive business decisions? We are looking for an Analytics & Operations Strategy Lead to join our team and become a pivotal voice in shaping our company’s direction. You will be instrumental in driving our data-driven decision-making and operational excellence. You'll be responsible for unifying our analytics and operations efforts, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and developing scalable solutions that impact the entire organization.

What You'll Do

• Tell Stories with Data: Transform complex data into clear, compelling narratives that inform business strategy and drive action. Develop and present insightful reports, dashboards, and presentations to leadership and various teams.

• Automate and Scale Analytics & Operations: Design, build, and maintain robust and scalable analytics solutions. You will champion the automation of processes, implement scalable solutions, and empower stakeholders with self-service access to critical data. 

• Drive Strategic Alignment: Act as a critical thought partner to cross-functional teams, including Product, Marketing, Sales, and Engineering. You will use your analytical expertise to understand their challenges, identify opportunities, and build consensus on strategic initiatives.

• Mentor and Lead Junior Team Members: Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to junior analysts and operations specialists. Foster a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and high performance within the team.

• Build Trust in Our Data: Take ownership of our data quality and integrity. You will be a key player in developing and implementing data governance best practices, ensuring our datasets are accurate, reliable, and trusted as the single source of truth.

• Deep Dive Analysis: Conduct sophisticated exploratory analysis to identify key business trends, challenges, and opportunities. Your work will form the foundation of our strategic planning and decision-making processes.

Qualifications

• 8 to 12 years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, and operations roles, with a proven track record of driving impact.

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Business Analytics, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Engineering) or equivalent practical experience. Master's degree preferred.

• Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker) and advanced Excel.

• Proven experience in process automation and building scalable solutions.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. 

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including mentoring and developing team members.

• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).

• Familiarity with advanced statistical techniques and their business applications.

• Experience in Cybersecurity and/or SaaS.

Company Benefits and Perks:

We believe that the best solutions are developed by teams who embrace each other's unique experiences, skills, and abilities. We work hard to create a dynamic workforce where we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

• Retirement Plans

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave

• Support for Community Involvement

We're serious about our commitment to a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our industry-leading products and customer support, which is why we prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.