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Proofpoint Senior Product Marketing Manager in San Diego, California
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Corporate Overview
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.
And we’re just as passionate about finding the right people to help us in that mission. When you join Proofpoint, you’re helping to:
Build and enhance our proven security platform
Blend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud environment
Analyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intel
Collaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challenges
We are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk: their people. That’s why we’re 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 add to the Proofpoint Product Marketing team. Our PMM team is highly valued by the company and by cross-functional teams. We are a group of team players and go-getters dedicated to ensure our products are differentiated and lead their respective markets. This is a job that’s more than a pay check— it’s a place where you will find happy customers, supportive team members, and various growing opportunities!
As a Senior Product Marketing Manager, you will drive go-to-market strategy for Proofpoint Security Awareness product and services that are in a high growth market. You’ll be the expert on our buyers and competitors and lay the foundation for market success. You will partner closely with product management, sales and marketing to build the go-to-market plan and execute that plan by creating high-impact assets and enabling the field to drive business growth. The ideal candidate is a driven self-starter, a diplomatic collaborator, a strategic thinker who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, and exercises sound judgement on when to push back and when to dive in
Your day-to-day
In this role, you’ll get to:
Be the expert on security awareness buyers – who they are, how they buy, and their buying criteria
Build strong working relationships across product management, corporate marketing and sales to design and execute the go-to-market strategy that drives measurable success
Establish yourself as a thought leader in the rapidly transforming human risk management domain, which goes beyond traditional training and phishing simulations to pioneer a holistic approach that drives behavior change
Create compelling messaging and content (webinars, blogs, solution briefs, presentation etc.) that highlights differentiated value to reach the target buyers
Coordinate with sales leadership to define sales support initiatives; create and deliver effective enablement content that helps sellers identify opportunities and communicate our unique value
Plan the launches of new releases, and manage cross-functional implementation of the plan
Present at industry events, customer briefing, and sales training; be the primary thought leader for the products/solutions/services you support
Explore growth opportunities by aligning our GTM strategy with channel partners
What you bring to the team
6+ years of product marketing experience to enterprise security
BS/BA required, preferably in business or technical concentration
Proven experience marketing to enterprises and technical buyers; demonstrated ability to converse across technical and sales audiences with a concise message
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 to be a strong public speaker, comfortable in front of large, senior groups, and a solid writer
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’re 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. Apply today and explore your future #LifeAtPFPT.
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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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 pay and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes flexible time off, a robust well-being program that provides for 4 global wellbeing days per year, and a 3-week work from anywhere option.
Base Pay Ranges:
SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area:
Base Pay Range: 157,650.00 - 231,220.00 USD
California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:
Base Pay Range: 129,000.00 - 189,200.00 USD
All other cities and states excluding those listed above:
Base Pay Range: 117,600.00 - 172,480.00 USD
Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams.
To view additional awards, please visit www.proofpoint.com/us/news#awards
Proofpoint thrives on the invaluable contributions of our diverse workforce, which encompasses a kaleidoscope of lived experiences, thoughts, perspectives, and professional expertise. We attribute much of our success to our people, who are at the core of our organization and embody our people-centric ethos.
We hire the most innovative minds globally to safeguard our customers’ sensitive data and intellectual property. Our talented workforce develops and leverages our advanced technology, combining their expertise to provide comprehensive protection against threat actors and mitigate the risks posed by both malicious and negligent employees.
Cyberattacks have the potential to disrupt access to vital resources such as energy, water, transportation, healthcare, and financial services. At Proofpoint, our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure world-class cyber resilience, protecting approximately 8,000 enterprise customers worldwide.
We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. We work every day to ensure that our employees feel that they are in a community that celebrates their unique identity, cultivates their sense of belonging, and invests in their professional growth. We have 9 employee-led employee inclusion groups which help support both employees and our organization by providing opportunities to network, discuss career and cultural development and uplift the corporate culture to create a more inclusive workplace.
At Proofpoint, we have a passion for protecting people, data, and brands from today’s advanced threats and compliance risks. We hire the best people in the business to:
Build and enhance our proven security platform
Blend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud architecture
Analyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intel
Collaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challenges
We are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect what matters most. That’s why we’re a leader in next-generation cybersecurity—and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner.
Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.