Threat Strategy Manager

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 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.How We Work: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 innovateResponsive to feedback, challenges and opportunitiesAccountable for results and best in class outcomesVisionary in future focused problem-solvingExceptional in execution and impactThe Role The role of the Threat Strategy Manager is to work with your customers so that they realize the full value of the products and services they have purchased from Proofpoint, ultimately maximizing renewals and add-on transactions. This is a technical role in a fast-paced environment that demands interaction with enterprises at senior levels, as well as with technical staff within the traditional IT and Security organization. Independently provide ongoing and proactive technical leadership and support to Proofpoint’s strategic customers with little direction.Your day-to-day Manage and monitor support interactions, serving as an internal advocate for strategic customers, responding to customer escalations, and proactively escalating when neededMeet regularly with clients to review support interactions, system status, key issues, emerging threats and how to combat them using Proofpoint products and servicesDevelop deep understanding of customer’s business and operational needsMaintain deep practical technical knowledge of Proofpoint’s integration within the customer's environment, including network, security, systems administration, and messaging managementDevelop and oversee a comprehensive strategy to meet complex customer requirements utilizing Proofpoint’s solutionsProvide proactive recommendations that protect our customer’s information assets, leveraging the Proofpoint product suiteIdentify and prioritize short term and long-term goalsPlan and lead process improvement initiatives tailored to improve customer satisfaction with the services and interaction with the Proofpoint TeamPlan, document, and identify risks and challenges for production changes that span multiple services or technologiesMonitors levels customer satisfaction and escalates customer concerns as necessaryResponsible for scheduling own time and for quality completion of multiple tasks within a varying environment of changing constraintsUses independent judgment within broad parametersDesigns and implements solutions to complex problems with minimum supervisionProvide technical guidance to customer teams and respond to enquiries regarding product features and functionalityWhat you bring to the team3+ years of industry experience in a client/professional service, sales engineer, senior support engineer, IT operations management, or senior engineer role with exposure to multiple technology areasManaged security or consultancy experience is requiredKnowledge of data communication concepts and technologies, specifically email and networkingDevelop innovative ways to leverage existing data and correlate customer data with other sets available at ProofpointWorking knowledge of Windows, Active Directory, and Microsoft ExchangeA history of successfully motivating and inspiring coworkers your team and ensure they work efficiently and effectivelyAbility to effectively work in a team environment as well as independentlyMust be proactive and have outstanding verbal and written communication skillsThe successful candidate will have relevant experience with Proofpoint products and understand threat protectionA deep understanding and up-to-date handle on the evolving threat landscape, giving briefings to customers, prospects and internal groups to spread threat intelligence landscape awarenessProactive, self-starter driven by setting and achieving goalsBackground in security, especially around threat actor tactics, techniques, and proceduresWhy 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.#LI-RemoteWhy Proofpoint?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 compensationComprehensive benefitsCareer success on your termsFlexible work environmentAnnual wellness and community outreach daysAlways on recognition for your contributionsGlobal 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 accessibility@proofpoint.com. How to ApplyInterested? 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. 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: 111,300.00 - 174,900.00 USDCalifornia (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:Base Pay Range: 93,300.00 - 146,630.00 USDAll other cities and states excluding those listed above:Base Pay Range: 83,600.00 - 131,340.00 USD