Staff Product Marketing Manager

Proofpoint Satori™ Strategic Product Marketing Manager

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 Fortune 100, 10,000 large 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.

Proofpoint seeks a strategic and innovative Staff Product Marketing Manager to lead product marketing for Proofpoint Satori™, our groundbreaking agentic AI security platform. In this high-impact role, you will be the subject matter expert and primary evangelist for Proofpoint Satori Agents and Satori MCP Access, driving the narrative for how AI agents transform security operations while safeguarding the emerging agentic workspace. As the market leader defining the future of agentic security operations, you'll craft compelling positioning that resonates with CISOs, SOC leaders, data loss prevention teams, and security awareness professionals. You will partner closely with product management, sales, alliance partners (Microsoft, CrowdStrike), and marketing to build comprehensive Go-to-Market (GTM) plans and execute them through high-impact content, thought leadership, and strategic enablement that drives business growth. This is a unique opportunity to shape an entirely new category at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, establishing Proofpoint as the thought leader in AI-powered security operations for the agentic workspace.

Your day to day will include:

• Develop strategic positioning and messaging for Proofpoint Satori Agents and Satori MCP Access that demonstrates how Satori acts as a force multiplier for security teams and delivers seamless integration across the security ecosystem
• Drive the thought leadership strategy for Satori, establishing Proofpoint as the pioneer in agentic security operations through vision papers, analyst relations, executive briefings, and market-defining content
• Create high-impact content across formats such as solution briefs, webinars, presentations, demo scripts, blogs, and customer materials that showcase the measurable business value delivered by the solution
• Lead cross-functional GTM planning and execution for Satori Agent launches and MCP Access integrations with strategic partners
• Deliver compelling presentations to internal and external audiences at sales trainings, customer briefings, industry conferences, and executive events
• Conduct market and competitive intelligence research, becoming the go-to expert on the market landscape for Satori and alternatives
• Develop comprehensive sales and partner enablement, including battlecards, playbooks, ROI calculators, and objection handling that drives pipeline and accelerates deals

What you bring to the team:

• 10+ years of product marketing experience in cybersecurity, preferably with expertise in security operations, data security, or AI/ML-powered security solutions
• Deep cybersecurity domain knowledge with a preference for expertise in one or more of the following areas: SOC, SIEM, email security, data security, or security
• Exceptional storytelling and content creation skills with proven ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
• Outstanding presentation and public speaking abilities for executive briefings to large conference keynotes
• Strategic thought leader with a proven track record of defining new product categories or establishing market leadership in emerging technologies
• Analytical, execution-oriented mindset managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
• BS/BA required (technical concentration preferred); MBA a plus

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. Apply today and explore your future #LifeAtPFPT.

At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you'll 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 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 accessibility@proofpoint.com.

Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information—we can't 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.

Base Pay Ranges:

• SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area: Base Pay Range: 182,175.00 - 267,190.00 USD
• California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska: Base Pay Range: 146,550.00 - 214,940.00 USD
• All other cities and states excluding those listed above: Base Pay Range: 132,975.00 - 195,030.00 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. 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.

Our BRAVE Values: At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values aren't just words—they shape how we work, collaborate, and grow. We seek people who are bold enough to challenge the status quo, responsive in the face of ever-evolving threats, and accountable for delivering real impact. We value those with a visionary mindset who anticipate what's next and push cybersecurity forward, and we celebrate exceptional execution that ensures we continue to defend data and protect people. 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.

Find your network, your allies, and your biggest fans. We know that work is simply better when you're surrounded by people who inspire you—who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed. That's why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zones—to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together. This isn't just a job—it's a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. We're building the future of human-centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us. We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountable—because that's what it takes to stay ahead. And we do it together, winning as one. Be empowered to reach your full potential through meaningful challenges and personalized support—designed around you and your goals. Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, we're here to help you get there.