Senior Event 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 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

Overview

We’re seeking a highly organized, proactive Senior Event Manager to plan and deliver high-impact event programs that drive engagement and measurable business outcomes. This role combines executive-facing hospitality and meeting operations with support planning, execution, and post-event optimization for the flagship conference. The role requires project leadership, cross-functional collaboration, vendor management, budget ownership, and hands-on onsite execution. This position requires up to 10% travel.

Location: This is a hybrid role based in our Sunnyvale HQ, 4 days a week.

Key responsibilities:

• Account & Executive Meeting Management
  • Serve as primary coordinator/concierge for executive and account meetings; manage guest experience from arrival to departure.
  • Handle room bookings, catering, transportation, lodging, agendas, materials, and vendor coordination.
  • Troubleshoot A/V and briefing platform issues; track expenses and visitor activity.
  • Liaise with Executive Assistants, account managers, and stakeholders to ensure that meeting objectives are met.
• Global Events Content & Production
  • Own content, speaker management, run-of-show, and rehearsal coordination.
  • Project-manage cross-functional stakeholders (PMM, product, sales, comms, brand, web) to meet deadlines and deliverables.
  • Manage content processes and the CMS to ensure accurate event information.
  • Coordinate A/V, room setups, tech rehearsals, legal approvals, promotional materials, and post-event reporting.
• Project Management & Collaboration
  • Maintain calendars, timelines, status reports, and stakeholder communications.
  • Train and guide session leads on deliverables and best practices.
  • Track budgets, vendor contracts, and event performance metrics.

Qualifications:

• Significant experience in event management, including executive/account meetings and multi-session conferences.
• Proven experience with speaker programs, content, and event production.
• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Executive presence and excellent written/verbal communication.
• Technical aptitude with A/V, event platforms, and CMS; budget and vendor management experience.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and customer-focused.

• Experience in meeting management tools such as Jifflenow

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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 accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.

 

How to Apply

Interested? 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: 123,200.00 - 193,600.00 USD

California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:

Base Pay Range: 102,300.00 - 160,820.00 USD

All other cities and states excluding those listed above:

Base Pay Range: 92,100.00 - 144,705.00 USD