Sr. Director, Product Management, Data Protection

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 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

About Us:
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.

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 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
Reporting to a VP of Product Management within Data Security, the Sr. Director will own a product area within our Green (DLP, ITM) or Blue (DSPM, AI Data Governance) portfolio. This role is ideal for someone who has 8+ years of experience who wants to build, not coordinate. We're upgrading talent — looking for high-ownership leaders who work shoulder-to-shoulder with engineering, not meeting schedulers. 

Your day-to-day
Product Ownership
• Own the roadmap, prioritization, and execution for an assigned product area
• Define requirements, write specs, and partner with engineering to deliver highquality products
• Drive the product lifecycle from concept through launch and iteration
 

Customer & Market Focus
• Develop deep understanding of customer needs through direct engagement, field feedback, and research
• Monitor competitive landscape and incorporate insights into product strategy
• Partner with GTM teams on positioning, enablement, and launch activities

Execution & Delivery
• Work closely with engineering to scope, prioritize, and deliver features on time
• Define success metrics and track product performance post-launch
• Manage trade-offs and make data-informed decisions

Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with design on user experience
• Collaborate with other PMs on dependencies and platform capabilities
• Support sales and customer success with product expertise

What you bring to the team
• 8+ years of product management experience in enterprise software, SaaS, or 
cybersecurity
• Strong technical acumen — comfortable working with engineering teams on 
complex products
• Experience writing specs, defining requirements, and shipping products
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Data-driven decision making
• Builder mentality — you write specs, ship products, and solve problems, not just 
facilitate 
• High ownership, low ego, bias for action — you do what it takes to ship
• AI-native — uses AI tools daily to accelerate work, not just curious about AI
• Experience in cybersecurity, data security, compliance, or related domains
• Background in DLP, CASB, DSPM, or insider threat products
• Experience with AI/ML-powered products
• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field required

Why 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 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, f