Service Delivery Manager

Job description

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 Service Delivery Manager, Professional Services The Service Delivery Manager, Professional Services is responsible for managing end to end service delivery execution and supporting customer outcomes across an assigned sales region. This is a highly visible, customer facing role accountable for delivery quality, consistency, and successful outcomes, while partnering closely with Sales, Customer Success, and cross functional stakeholders. This role operates with ownership and accountability, demonstrating strong execution skills, curiosity, and a desire to continuously improve delivery outcomes. The Service Delivery Manager focuses on operational excellence, structured execution, and cross functional coordination, working effectively within a matrixed, shared resource environment. The ideal candidate is a hands on delivery leader who enjoys solving complex delivery challenges, influencing without authority, and driving predictable outcomes in a fast paced, high growth organization. Your Responsibilities

• Own and manage Professional Services delivery execution for an assigned sales region, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal commitments
• Serve as the Service Delivery Manager for Professional Services engagements, ensuring quality, consistency, and successful outcomes
• Act as the primary point of coordination across delivery teams, partners, and internal stakeholders in a matrixed organization
• Drive resolution of complex delivery challenges by bringing structure, clarity, and cross functional alignment
• Coordinate project delivery using a shared resource model, partnering with peer delivery leaders and functional managers to support utilization and staffing needs
• Monitor workloads, delivery coverage, and skill alignment across active engagements, escalating risks and constraints as appropriate
• Track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators related to delivery effectiveness, quality, and customer satisfaction
• Identify delivery risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities, and partner with leadership to address them
• and reinforce established delivery frameworks, best practices, and technical standards to ensure predictable outcomes
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including delivery reviews, lessons learned, and corrective actions
• Partner with Sales and Account Management to support pre sales activities, deployment planning, and customer onboarding
• Engage with customer stakeholders to support satisfaction, retention, and successful adoption of Proofpoint solutions
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to support evolving technical and digital delivery capabilities
• Support cross functional initiatives that improve delivery effectiveness and end to end customer outcomes
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and knowledge sharing across the Professional Services organization What You Bring to the Team
• 5+ years of experience delivering technical or Professional Services engagements with increasing responsibility
• Strong experience working within a matrixed, shared resource environment, coordinating across teams without direct authority
• Hands on experience in Professional Services, Service Delivery, or Customer Success environments
• Demonstrated execution discipline and ability to manage multiple concurrent engagements and priorities
• Proven ability to resolve delivery challenges through influence, collaboration, and structured problem solving
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with comfort interacting directly with customers and internal teams
• Interest in operational rigor, service quality, and continuous improvement
• Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, math, business, or equivalent practical experience desired
• Ability to succeed in a customer focused, fast moving, and growth oriented organization 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 . How to 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 Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams. We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We're driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.

Our BRAVE Values:

At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values aren't just words—they shape how we work, collaborate, and grow. We seek people who are bold enough to challenge the status quo, responsive in the face of ever-evolving threats, and accountable for delivering real impact. We value those with a visionary mindset who anticipate what's next and push cybersecurity forward, and we celebrate exceptional execution that ensures we continue to defend data and protect people. Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. Find your network, your allies, and your biggest fans. We know that work is simply better when you're surrounded by people who inspire you—who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed. That's why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zones—to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together. This isn't just a job—it's a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. We're building the future of human-centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us. We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountable—because that's what it takes to stay ahead. And we do it together, winning as one. Be empowered to reach your full potential through meaningful challenges and personalized support—designed around you and your goals. Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, we're here to help you get there.