Proofpoint
We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We’re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
At Proofpoint, you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate, Responsive to feedback, challenges, and opportunities, Accountable for results and best-in-class outcomes, Visionary in future-focused problem-solving, Exceptional in execution and impact.
In today’s cyber threat landscape, protection starts with people. At Proofpoint, that simple truth fuels our passion for protecting users, the data they create, and the systems they rely on from a uniquely people-centric perspective.
We are devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk – their people. That is why we are a leader in next-generation cybersecurity—and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner.
The Role
We’re looking for a strong, talented, result-driven Senior Product Marketing Manager to join the Proofpoint Email Security Product Marketing team. Our team is highly valued across the company and by cross-functional teams. We are a group of team players and go-getters dedicated to ensuring our products and solutions are differentiated and lead their respective markets. As a Senior Product Marketing Manager, you will drive Go-to-Market strategy for the Proofpoint Threat Protection solution. You’ll be the expert on our buyers, competitors, and lay the foundation for market success. You will partner closely with product management, marketing, and sales to build the Go-to-Market plans and execute those plans by creating high-impact assets and enabling the field to drive business growth. Your Day-to-Day
Positioning and Messaging: Be the expert on our buyers – who they are, how they buy, and their buying criteria. Craft clear and concise messaging, positioned against market and competitive trends observed among our prospects and customers. Content Creation: Create compelling messaging and content (e.g., webinar, blogs, solution briefs, datasheets, presentations, etc.) that highlight differentiated business value to reach our target buyers. Presentation Guru: Highly experienced content presenter to internal and external audiences, including sales training, customer briefings, webinars, industry events, and analyst briefings. Domain Expert: Establish yourself as a thought leader in the dynamic email security market. Conduct in-depth research to understand market trends, customer needs, and the competitive landscape. Launch Execution: Lead cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and launching of new solution capabilities, releases, etc. Sales Enablement: Understand and support our direct and indirect sales channels; create and deliver effective enablement knowledge, content, and tools that help sellers identify opportunities and communicate our unique business value. Dynamic Collaboration: Build strong working relationships and collaborate closely with product management, corporate marketing, competitive intelligence, and sales teams to ensure alignment on release benefits to achieve business goals. Customer Advocacy: Identify and leverage customer success stories and testimonials to strengthen our competitive positioning/messaging, marketing efforts, and showcase the impact of our solution updates. What You Bring To The Team
8+ years of experience in product marketing. Email security, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT experience strongly preferred. BS/BA required, preferably in business or technical concentration, MBA a plus. Proven experience marketing to enterprise businesses and technical buyers; demonstrated ability to converse across technical and sales audiences with a concise message. Demonstrated expertise in crafting engaging, clear, and compelling content tailored to target audiences. Passion for knowing your market and translating that expertise to actionable Go-to-Market plans. Analytical mindset with ability to execute tactically; work independently and manage multiple priorities and projects. Demonstrated leadership skills and highly developed interpersonal skills to lead, manage and inspire a diverse team. Ability to articulate the unique value propositions at both the granular product level and the broader solution level. Proven storyteller with exceptional written, verbal communication, and presentation skills. High energy and enthusiasm – the type that is contagious with its potential to influence other teams. This role can be in a Proofpoint office, hybrid, and or remote. Why Proofpoint
Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We are a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products—and many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring the best, the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. We are a diverse, multinational company with opportunities in all functions, and leaders that welcome candidates from all walks of life. What We Offer
Competitive compensation. Comprehensive benefits. Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential. Flexible work environment [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.]. Annual wellness and community outreach days. Always on recognition for your contributions. Global collaboration and networking opportunities. Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Base Pay Ranges: SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area: $161,625.00 - $237,050.00 USD. California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska: $132,225.00 - $193,930.00 USD. All other cities and states excluding those listed above: $120,525.00 - $176,770.00 USD.
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We’re looking for a strong, talented, result-driven Senior Product Marketing Manager to join the Proofpoint Email Security Product Marketing team. Our team is highly valued across the company and by cross-functional teams. We are a group of team players and go-getters dedicated to ensuring our products and solutions are differentiated and lead their respective markets. As a Senior Product Marketing Manager, you will drive Go-to-Market strategy for the Proofpoint Threat Protection solution. You’ll be the expert on our buyers, competitors, and lay the foundation for market success. You will partner closely with product management, marketing, and sales to build the Go-to-Market plans and execute those plans by creating high-impact assets and enabling the field to drive business growth. Your Day-to-Day
Positioning and Messaging: Be the expert on our buyers – who they are, how they buy, and their buying criteria. Craft clear and concise messaging, positioned against market and competitive trends observed among our prospects and customers. Content Creation: Create compelling messaging and content (e.g., webinar, blogs, solution briefs, datasheets, presentations, etc.) that highlight differentiated business value to reach our target buyers. Presentation Guru: Highly experienced content presenter to internal and external audiences, including sales training, customer briefings, webinars, industry events, and analyst briefings. Domain Expert: Establish yourself as a thought leader in the dynamic email security market. Conduct in-depth research to understand market trends, customer needs, and the competitive landscape. Launch Execution: Lead cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and launching of new solution capabilities, releases, etc. Sales Enablement: Understand and support our direct and indirect sales channels; create and deliver effective enablement knowledge, content, and tools that help sellers identify opportunities and communicate our unique business value. Dynamic Collaboration: Build strong working relationships and collaborate closely with product management, corporate marketing, competitive intelligence, and sales teams to ensure alignment on release benefits to achieve business goals. Customer Advocacy: Identify and leverage customer success stories and testimonials to strengthen our competitive positioning/messaging, marketing efforts, and showcase the impact of our solution updates. What You Bring To The Team
8+ years of experience in product marketing. Email security, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT experience strongly preferred. BS/BA required, preferably in business or technical concentration, MBA a plus. Proven experience marketing to enterprise businesses and technical buyers; demonstrated ability to converse across technical and sales audiences with a concise message. Demonstrated expertise in crafting engaging, clear, and compelling content tailored to target audiences. Passion for knowing your market and translating that expertise to actionable Go-to-Market plans. Analytical mindset with ability to execute tactically; work independently and manage multiple priorities and projects. Demonstrated leadership skills and highly developed interpersonal skills to lead, manage and inspire a diverse team. Ability to articulate the unique value propositions at both the granular product level and the broader solution level. Proven storyteller with exceptional written, verbal communication, and presentation skills. High energy and enthusiasm – the type that is contagious with its potential to influence other teams. This role can be in a Proofpoint office, hybrid, and or remote. Why Proofpoint
Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We are a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products—and many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring the best, the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. We are a diverse, multinational company with opportunities in all functions, and leaders that welcome candidates from all walks of life. What We Offer
Competitive compensation. Comprehensive benefits. Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential. Flexible work environment [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.]. Annual wellness and community outreach days. Always on recognition for your contributions. Global collaboration and networking opportunities. Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Base Pay Ranges: SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area: $161,625.00 - $237,050.00 USD. California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska: $132,225.00 - $193,930.00 USD. All other cities and states excluding those listed above: $120,525.00 - $176,770.00 USD.
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