Sr. Product Marketing Manager
Pittsburgh, PA - USA
Job Summary
About Us:
Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people data and AI agents connect across email cloud and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortunelarge enterprises and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats prevent data loss and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work:
At Proofpoint youll 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
The Role
Proofpoint is looking for aSr. Product Marketing Managerto lead product marketing for ourInsider Threat Managementsolution a strategically important and highly differentiated part of our Data Security portfolio.
This is a senior individual contributor role for an experienced cybersecurity product marketer who wants to own a critical market narrative shape go-to-market strategy influence product andhelp accelerate growth ina timely high-priority area of Proofpoints broader Data Security strategy.
Your Day to Day
- Own the strategic messaging positioning and market narrative for Proofpoints Insider Threat Management solution ensuring it is differentiated compelling and aligned with the broader Data Security story.
- Become the expert on buyers market dynamics customer needs buying criteria and competitive alternatives to shape GTM strategy and field execution
- Build high-impact content and GTM assets across the buyer journey including pitch decks solution briefs web copy sales playscustomer storiesand more
- Lead go-to-market planning and launch execution aligning cross-functional teams on target audiences messaging launch activities and success measures
- Drive field readiness by equipping sellers and SEs with practical positioning objection handling sales plays and customer proof that connect key use cases and outcomes to buyer value.
What You Bring to the Team
- 8 years of product marketing experience includingsignificant experiencein cybersecurity.
- Have strong cybersecurity experience sharp storytelling instincts and the ability tooperatewith ownership urgency and creativity.
- Proven experience marketing complex technical solutions to CISOs enterprise security leaders technical buyers and go-to-market teams.
- Strong ability to create differentiated messaging positioning content and narratives that translate technical capabilities into clear buyer and business value
- Demonstrated ownership of product launches major capability releases or go-to-market initiatives
- Experience enabling sales and SE teams with practical compelling field-ready materials
- A proactive collaborative working style withstrong communicationskills technical curiosity and accountability for outcomes
- Experience in insider threat management UEBA data security/DLP or identity security is strongly preferred.
Why Proofpoint
At Proofpoint we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons youll love working with us:
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Career success on your terms
Flexible work environment
Annual wellness and community outreach days
Always on recognition for your contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging empower purpose and drive success-every day for everyone.
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process please reach out to .
How to Apply
Interested Submit your application along with any supporting information- we cant wait to hear from you!
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. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge skills and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package including flexible time off a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option.
Base Pay Ranges:
SF Bay Area New York City Metro Area:
Base Pay Range: 166500.00 - 244200.00 USDCalifornia (excludes SF Bay Area) Colorado Connecticut Illinois Washington DC Metro Maryland Massachusetts New Jersey Texas Washington Virginia and Alaska:
Base Pay Range: 136200.00 - 199760.00 USDAll other cities and states excluding those listed above:
Base Pay Range: 124100.00 - 182050.00 USDRequired Experience:
Manager