Senior Cyber Risk & Strategy Advisor (Remote)

Proofpoint; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 153,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Global collaboration & networking

Job summary

Proofpoint seeks a seasoned Principal Cyber Risk & Strategy Advisor to lead executive-level advisory engagements with global enterprise clients. You will bridge technical controls and corporate risk, shaping strategic roadmaps and service offerings to expand Proofpoint’s enterprise footprint.

In this remote, US-based role with occasional travel, you’ll influence C-suite stakeholders and guide cross-functional teams across Data Security and Threat Intelligence domains, delivering high-impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Business, or equivalent.
• Elite certifications (CISSP, CISM, CRISC) are highly preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in senior enterprise security leadership or consulting.
• Proven ability to influence C-suite and translate risk into business value.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic discovery sessions with CISOs and CIOs to translate risk into services proposals.
• Define tailored cyber risk roadmaps and executive-level proposals for clients.
• Influence Proofpoint’s product strategy and cross-functional teams to improve security outcomes.
• Represent Proofpoint in executive dialogues, roundtables, and industry events.
• Monitor regulatory changes and emerging threats to guide client advisory work.

Skills

Executive leadership

Commercial acumen

DSPM & DLP knowledge

Regulatory fluency

Strategic market insight

Communication & storytelling

Education credentials

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or Business; certifications preferred

Job description

Proofpoint seeks a seasoned Principal Cyber Risk & Strategy Advisor to lead executive-level advisory engagements with global enterprise clients. You will bridge technical controls and corporate risk, shaping strategic roadmaps and service offerings to expand Proofpoint’s enterprise footprint.

In this remote, US-based role with occasional travel, you’ll influence C-suite stakeholders and guide cross-functional teams across Data Security and Threat Intelligence domains, delivering high-impact