Principal Cyber Risk & Strategy Advisor
About The Position
Proofpoint is seeking an experienced, dynamic Principal Cyber Risk & Strategy Advisor to serve as a high-visibility thought leader and commercial strategist within our enterprise services team. In this senior role, you will act as a trusted advisor to C-level executives at global enterprise organizations, bridging the gap between sophisticated technical controls and overarching corporate risk management. Leveraging deep domain expertise across Data Security (DSPM, Enterprise DLP, Cloud/CASB, Insider Threat Management) and Threat Intelligence, you will lead high-stakes executive discovery sessions to uncover client vulnerabilities and structure high-value services solutions. You will not just sell services—you will define strategic cyber roadmaps that maximize client security outcomes and drive Proofpoint’s market share expansion in the enterprise sector.
Requirements
- 6+ years of experience as a high-level management consultant (e.g., Big Four, Accenture, IBM) or enterprise practitioner designing, scaling, or advising on comprehensive Data Security programs.
- Exceptional communication, storytelling, and presentation skills with a proven track record of influencing C-suite decision-makers and aligning security services with corporate business goals.
- Deep foundational knowledge across a wide range of Security & Risk domains, specifically Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), Enterprise DLP, Cloud Security (CASB/Isolation), Insider Threat Management (ITM), and Incident Response.
- Strong understanding of global risk and policy frameworks (NIST, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR).
- Deep expertise navigating evolving regulatory landscapes (e.g., SEC cyber disclosures, DORA, NIS2) to proactively uncover client service opportunities, mitigate compliance risk, and accelerate business growth.
- Self-starter with strong organizational and process management capabilities, possessing a consultative mindset that thrives on complex problem-solving in collaborative team environments.
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Business, or equivalent experience.
Nice To Haves
- Elite industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or CRISC) are highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Partner with enterprise clients, account executives & teams, and services leaders to lead strategic discovery sessions, translate complex risk profiles into commercial services proposals, and structure tailored solution roadmaps.
- Build immediate rapport, trust, and credibility with CISOs, CIOs, and Board members, advising them on multi-year data protection, compliance, and incident response programs.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and industry voice, periodically representing Proofpoint at executive roundtables, industry seminars, and key trade shows.
- Capture real-world client insights, emerging market trends, and regulatory shifts to actively influence and collaborate with Services Product Management, Marketing, and Engineering teams.
- Maintain deep, continuous expertise in SaaS protection, emerging threat vectors, and evolving regulatory landscapes to proactively advise clients on defensive strategies.
Benefits
- 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
- flexible time off
- a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year
- a three-week Work from Anywhere option
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
