Sr. Director, Global Analyst Relations

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 The Role Proofpoint is seeking a Senior Director, Global Analyst Relations to define, lead, and scale a world-class global analyst relations program. This highly strategic role is responsible for shaping Proofpoint’s market perception, strengthening our leadership positioning, and influencing industry narratives across top-tier analyst firms including Gartner, Forrester, IDC, and others.

As a senior leader, you will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership while driving cross-functional alignment across Product, Marketing, Communications, and Sales. You will ensure that Proofpoint’s innovation, differentiation, and long-term vision are clearly understood and consistently reflected in analyst research and market evaluations.

Your day-to-day

  • Define and execute a global analyst relations strategy that supports Proofpoint’s corporate objectives, product priorities, and go-to-market initiatives.
  • Build, own, and deepen executive-level relationships with top-tier industry analysts, positioning Proofpoint as a market leader.
  • Lead strategy and execution for key analyst evaluations (e.g., Magic Quadrants, Waves, MarketScapes), ensuring strong representation and outcomes.
  • Shape and refine corporate and product narratives in partnership with Product Marketing, Corporate Marketing, PR, and Executive Leadership.
  • Act as a strategic advisor to executives, preparing them for high-impact analyst engagements with tailored messaging and insights.
  • Synthesize analyst insights, market trends, and competitive intelligence to influence business strategy and product direction.
  • Establish metrics and reporting frameworks to measure analyst influence, program effectiveness, and business impact.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing analyst relations function, including direct reports, agencies, and external partners.
  • Drive alignment across global teams to ensure consistency and impact in all analyst-facing communications.
What You Bring To The Team
  • 12+ years of experience in analyst relations, product marketing, corporate communications, or a related function, with significant experience in cybersecurity or enterprise SaaS.
  • Proven track record of leading global analyst relations programs and materially improving analyst perception and rankings.
  • Deep understanding of the cybersecurity market landscape, competitive dynamics, and enterprise buyer personas.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior executives and cross-functional stakeholders at the highest levels of the organization.
  • Exceptional communication, storytelling, and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives.
  • Strong leadership skills, with experience building and managing teams and external partners.
  • Strategic mindset combined with strong execution and operational discipline.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree 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 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 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 accommo
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