Senior Program Manager — Software Programs

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 impactJob DescriptionThe RoleWe're looking for a Senior Program Manager to join our PMO team and lead complex, cross-product programs in a fast-paced environment. This person will drive projects delivery across engineering, product, and security teams, bringing hands-on experience navigating the AI-native SDLC.Your Day-to-DayLead complex, cross-product programs end-to-end, from planning through execution and deliveryDrive alignment across engineering, product, and security teams, coordinating dependencies across concurrent workstreamsCoordinate closely with the PMO team and with distributed teams across different sites and time zonesBrief and engage directly with Executive and SVP-level stakeholders — presenting status, trade-offs, and risks, and responding to challenge in that settingApply Agile methodology across programs, working with Scrum masters and engineering leads to validate process is followed and tuned for efficient deliveryIdentify how AI agents participating across the development lifecycle (requirements, coding, testing, deployment) affect planning, quality gates, and accountability, and adjust program plans accordinglyBuild or configure AI-powered tools to help yourself and/or the project team analyze, monitor, and control program executionManage risks proactively and lead mitigation discussions toward contingency plansManage escalations calmly and effectively under pressureProvide accurate, up-to-date status on programs to managementDevelop and maintain program management processes and methodologiesWhat You Bring to the Team7–10 years of program/technical program management experience, majority in large software companiesTeam player who collaborates closely across a matrixed organizationExperience working directly with Executive and SVP-level stakeholdersFamiliarity with the AI-native SDLC, including awareness of the governance, validation checkpoints, and risk controls this model requiresPMP certificationAgile/Scrum experienceHands-on proficiency with the Atlassian family of applications (Jira, Confluence)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsPreferred / Nice-to-HaveExperience in the cybersecurity domainBachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experienceHands-on experience building or configuring AI-powered tools for program analysis, monitoring, or control 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 compensationComprehensive benefitsCareer success on your termsFlexible work environmentAnnual wellness and community outreach daysAlways on recognition for your contributionsGlobal collaboration and networking opportunitiesOur 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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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: 166,500.00 - 244,200.00 USDCalifornia (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:Base Pay Range: 136,200.00 - 199,760.00 USDAll other cities and states excluding those listed above:Base Pay Range: 124,100.00 - 182,050.00 USDSummaryLocation: Draper, UT; Boston, MassachusettsType: Full time