Cybersecurity Analyst Strategy and Risk

Cybersecurity Analyst - Strategy & Risk

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking a Strategy and Risk Analyst to join KLA’s Digital Information Risk team. In this role, you will report to the Chief of Staff to support cybersecurity strategy planning, execution, and reporting. Join us and help safeguard KLA’s data, innovation, and global operations.

The Strategy and Risk Analyst will help drive success across all aspects of the cybersecurity strategic planning cycle. You’ll partner with leaders across the business to identify risks, align business priorities, and measure performance and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Cybersecurity Strategy & Planning: Coordinate across cybersecurity leadership to support the end-to-end cybersecurity strategic planning cycle, from strategy development through execution and outcomes tracking. Support the Chief of Staff to conduct maturity assessments, identify gaps, and build multi‑year cybersecurity roadmaps tied to risk reduction.
• Business Operations & Governance: Operate the cybersecurity initiative and investment portfolio, establishing consistent processes for intake, prioritization, tracking, and reporting. Coordinate with delivery teams to provide visibility into milestones, dependencies, risks, and resource constraints.
• Financial Management & Resource Enablement: Coordinate with finance and procurement partners to develop, track, and manage the cybersecurity budget, including operating and investment spend. Create CISO- and executive-level financial reports to monitor budget performance, forecast adjustments, and evaluate trade-offs. Support vendor and investment transparency by linking spend to capabilities, initiatives, and risk outcomes.
• Metrics, Reporting & Insights: Develop and maintain metrics and KPIs aligned to strategic priorities, risk reduction goals, and operational performance. Design and produce CISO-ready dashboards that clearly communicate progress, issues, and impact to executive audiences. Translate complex data into clear insights and recommendations to inform leadership action.
• Cross-Functional Partnership & Enablement: Support ongoing process improvement to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and scalability of cybersecurity operations. Contribute to special initiatives and projects that advance the effectiveness, maturity, and strategic alignment of the cybersecurity organization.

Desired Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CISM.
• Experience in project management or a related credential.
• Ability to read, write, or speak a foreign language relevant to KLA’s global footprint.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, IT Security, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to harness a range of security tools, applying strong critical-thinking skills, to identify risks, solve complex problems, and enhanced the organization’s security posture.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite for data analysis, collaboration, and communication.

Key Skills/Competency

• Cybersecurity Strategy
• Risk Management
• Information Security
• Strategic Planning
• Business Operations
• Financial Management
• Metrics and Reporting
• Cross-Functional Partnership
• Data Analysis
• Problem-Solving