Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SentinelOne is a company at the intersection of AI and security, pioneering a new operating model for cybersecurity. They are seeking a Senior Director of Business Operations to serve as a trusted strategic advisor to executive leaders, owning the operating cadence and leading strategic planning and investment decisions.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted strategic partner to C-suite and VP-level product and technology leaders, shaping priorities and driving organizational alignment
- Architect and lead the operating rhythm across the organization—Board presentations, OKRs, QBRs, MBRs, operational reviews, All Hands, and more
- Guide leaders in establishing impactful, measurable OKRs and goals that cascade coherently across teams and connect to company-wide objectives
- Lead data-driven analysis through organizational dashboards and reporting frameworks that inform executive decisions on growth, investment allocation, resourcing, and strategic priorities
- Translate complex business and technical subject matter into crisp, executive-ready narratives and board-level presentations
- Lead quarterly and annual planning processes in support of roadmap development and AOP planning, ensuring rigor and cross-functional alignment
- Develop and deliver high-impact materials for executive and board-level forums, including investment cases, strategic reviews, and performance summaries
- Define, own, and evolve the key metrics framework spanning revenue growth, cost management, operational efficiency, and product adoption; distill actionable insights for C-suite audiences
- Drive alignment across Product, Technology, and key cross-functional partners—including Sales, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Customer Success, and Legal—to accelerate execution and remove barriers
- Proactively identify risks, surface critical trade-offs, and equip leaders with the analysis needed to make well-informed, timely decisions
- Build, scale, and continuously strengthen a high-performing business operations capability
Skills
- 15+ years of progressive experience combining management consulting and industry roles in business operations, strategy, or Chief of Staff functions—ideally within high-growth SaaS organizations
- Demonstrated success partnering directly with C-suite and VP-level executives to influence strategy and drive measurable business outcomes
- Track record of leading business transformation and large-scale programs with tangible, lasting impact on organizational performance
- Ability to operate effectively across altitudes—moving fluidly between long-horizon strategy and hands-on execution as the situation demands
- Proven ability to design and manage operating cadences for large, complex organizations (1,000+ employees) across geographies and functions
- Exceptional executive communication and storytelling skills, including the ability to produce polished, persuasive deliverables under tight timelines
- Sophisticated analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to synthesize complex, disparate data into clear, actionable executive insights
- Strong executive presence and the ability to influence senior stakeholders, build consensus, and drive outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
- Resilient and adaptable, with strong change management skills and a track record of leading through organizational complexity
- Experience in the cybersecurity industry is preferred; familiarity with concepts such as secure SDLC, vulnerability management, threat modeling, or security research is a plus
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred
Benefits
- Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible time off
- Paid company holidays and paid sick time
- Gender-neutral parental leave
- Grandparent leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Health and dependent care FSA
- Voluntary benefits (hospital, accident, critical illness)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- ARAG pre-paid legal
- Nationwide pet insurance
- Cancer Care program
- Global business travel medical insurance
- Home office allowance
- Mobile phone reimbursement
- Wellness coach
- Wellness/gym reimbursement
- Fertility coverage
- Adoption & surrogacy reimbursement
Company Overview
SentinelOne is an autonomous cybersecurity solution company. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in Mountain View, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.sentinelone.com.