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Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)

The Role

Proofpoint is seeking a strategic and visionary Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) to lead our efforts in creating an inclusive workplace and fostering diversity, equity, and belonging across all aspects of our organization. As the Director of DEIB, you will develop and implement comprehensive DEI strategies and initiatives to drive cultural change, enhance workforce diversity, and promote an inclusive and equitable workplace. Must reside in the Bay Area, CA.

Your day-to-day

DEI Strategy

• Develop and execute the organization's DEI strategy and roadmap aligned with Proofpoint's values, business goals, and industry best practices.

• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to integrate DEI principles into all aspects of the organization's operations, policies, and programs.

Inclusive Workplace

• Drive initiatives to create an inclusive workplace culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

• Implement programs and practices to promote diversity, equity, and belonging at all levels of the organization.

Leadership Development

• Design and deliver leadership development programs that foster inclusive leadership behaviors and promote diversity in leadership roles.

• Provide coaching and support to senior leaders and managers to build inclusive leadership capabilities.

Education and Awareness

• Develop and deliver DEI education, training, and awareness programs for employees at all levels, promoting cultural competence and sensitivity.

• Raise awareness of DEI issues and initiatives through internal communications, events, and campaigns.

Community Engagement and Partnerships

• Build and nurture relationships with external organizations, community groups, and industry partners to advance DEI initiatives and support community engagement efforts.

Employee Inclusion Groups (EIGs)

• Support and empower Employee Inclusion Groups (EIGs) to drive initiatives that promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging within the organization.

Supplier Diversity

• Develop and implement supplier diversity programs to promote diversity and inclusion in procurement practices and supplier relationships.

Policy and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with DEI-related policies, laws, and regulations, providing guidance and support to HR and business teams on DEI matters.

What You Bring to the Team

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field; Master's degree preferred.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion roles, with a focus on developing and implementing DEI strategies and initiatives.

• Strong knowledge of DEI best practices, principles, and trends, with a demonstrated ability to drive cultural change and foster inclusion in a corporate or organizational setting.

• Experience leading diverse recruiting, talent development, and retention programs.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate DEI goals into actionable strategies and initiatives.

• Experience with community engagement, external partnerships, and advocacy for diversity and inclusion.

• Passion for promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and beyond.

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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 pay and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes flexible time off, a robust well-being program that provides for 4 global wellbeing days per year, and a 3-week work from anywhere option.

Base Pay Ranges:

SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area:

Base Pay Range: 189,750.00 - 278,300.00 USD

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

Base Pay Range: 158,400.00 - 232,320.00 USD

All other cities and states excluding those listed above:

Base Pay Range: 144,825.00 - 212,410.00 USD

Proofpoint has been honored with five Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams.

To view additional awards, please visit www.proofpoint.com/us/news#awards

Proofpoint thrives on the invaluable contributions of our diverse workforce, which encompasses a kaleidoscope of lived experiences, thoughts, perspectives, and professional expertise. We attribute much of our success to our people, who are at the core of our organization and embody our people-centric ethos.

We hire the most innovative minds globally to safeguard our customers’ sensitive data and intellectual property. Our talented workforce develops and leverages our advanced technology, combining their expertise to provide comprehensive protection against threat actors and mitigate the risks posed by both malicious and negligent employees.

Cyberattacks have the potential to disrupt access to vital resources such as energy, water, transportation, healthcare, and financial services. At Proofpoint, our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure world-class cyber resilience, protecting approximately 8,000 enterprise customers worldwide.

We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. We work every day to ensure that our employees feel that they are in a community that celebrates their unique identity, cultivates their sense of belonging, and invests in their professional growth. We have 9 employee-led employee inclusion groups which help support both employees and our organization by providing opportunities to network, discuss career and cultural development and uplift the corporate culture to create a more inclusive workplace.

At Proofpoint, we have a passion for protecting people, data, and brands from today’s advanced threats and compliance risks. We hire the best people in the business to:

• Build and enhance our proven security platform

• Blend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud architecture

• Analyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intel

• Collaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challenges

   

We are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect what matters most. That’s why we’re a leader in next-generation cybersecurity—and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner.

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.

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.