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
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship by Proofpoint.
Job Title: People Analytics Analyst (Employee Listening)
Job Summary
The Employee Listening & People Analyst is responsible for owning and advancing the organization's employee listening strategy while also providing analytics support to key People & Culture (P&C) stakeholders. This role will lead the design, execution, analysis, and action planning associated with our listening strategy to ensure that employee feedback is translated into meaningful insights and organizational change.
In addition, this role will serve as a consultative people analytics partner-developing dashboards, defining KPIs, and supporting data-driven decision-making across P&C and the broader business. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and research skills with program management, stakeholder influence, and a passion for improving the employee experience.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Listening & Survey Programs
Design, manage, and continuously improve employee listening programs.
Partner with stakeholders to design effective surveys, including question development, methodology, timing, and sampling.
Own end-to-end survey execution, including project management, communications, data quality, and vendor coordination.
Analyze and interpret survey results, with a focus on executive organizations and priority talent segments.
Develop clear, compelling insights and storytelling for leaders at all levels.
Operationalize and support action planning efforts, helping leaders translate insights into measurable and impactful actions at scale.
Identify opportunities to evolve listening strategies, tools, and practices to increase impact and adoption across the organization.
People Analytics & Stakeholder Partnership
Serve as a people analytics partner to select P&C stakeholders, supporting strategic and operational initiatives.
Create and maintain dashboards and reports that surface key workforce trends, metrics, and outcomes.
Consult with partners to define meaningful KPIs and success measures aligned to business and people strategies.
Apply analytical and critical thinking to ambiguous questions, turning data into actionable insights.
Ensure analytics outputs are accurate, scalable, and accessible to non-technical audiences.
Data & Program Enablement
Document and refine processes related to employee listening and people analytics, including governance, standards, and use cases.
Support data integrity, compliance, and ethical use of employee data in line with internal policies and external regulations.
Contribute to training and enablement efforts that build data literacy and support data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Manage ad-hoc analytics and research requests while identifying opportunities for scalable, self-service solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, People Analytics, Data Analytics, Statistics, Behavioral Science, Human Resources, or a related field.
At least 2 years' of relevant experience in employee listening, survey research, people analytics, or a related analytical role.
Strong foundation in survey design, measurement principles, and quantitative and/or qualitative analysis.
Experience designing and delivering dashboards using data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Advanced proficiency in Excel and comfort working with complex datasets.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights.
Excellent communication and consulting skills, with the ability to partner effectively across functions and levels.
Experience documenting processes and building scalable analytics or research practices.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of SQL or other querying tools is a plus.
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: 92,800.00 - 136,070.00 USD
California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:
Base Pay Range: 75,000.00 - 110,000.00 USD
All other cities and states excluding those listed above:
Base Pay Range: 68,600.00 - 100,650.00 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.
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.
