Austin, USA
4 days ago
Global Channel Partner MarComms Director

Who is Forcepoint?

Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments. Forcepoint’s all-in-one, truly cloud-native platform makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitive data and intellectual property no matter where people are working. 20+ years in business. 2.7k employees. 150 countries. 11k+ customers. 300+ patents. If our mission excites you, you’re in the right place; we want you to bring your own energy to help us create a safer world. All we’re missing is you!

We're seeking a dynamic Global Partner MarComms Director to serve as a critical component of our "Excite" pillar in the 3E Partner Playbook (Excite, Enable, Engage). This role will transform our partner strategy into compelling communications that emotionally connect with our partner community and drive meaningful business outcomes.

THE CHALLENGE WE'RE SOLVING

Without this role, we face a few headwinds:

Partners struggle to understand what we're doing, why it matters, and how it helps them achieve their goals (e.g., make money)

Partner personas care about different things - execs, reps, pre-sales, ops, etc. - and without one person owning the message, everything becomes noise

When noise happens, partners lose attention and momentum stalls

Our strategy remains disconnected from the emotional connection our partner community needs

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESOWNERSHIP

Own the global partner-facing narrative for our 2026 global marketing big bets

Amplification of partner wins and momentum to internal Forcepoint audiences

Translate strategy into simple, motivating messages

Ensure consistency across theaters

Craft the message so partners get a single, coherent story

PERSONA MESSAGING

Personalize communications for Partner Execs, Reps, Pre-Sales, Ops, etc.

Define hooks that motivate each role to pay attention

Adapt communications to partner maturity, region, and business model

Strengthen motivation by aligning to economic outcomes

HIGH-VISIBILITY COMMUNICATIONS

Run the global partner newsletter, monthly global webcast series, social media presence, partner portal messaging, etc.

Build and maintain the “why invest in a Forcepoint practice” gold deck

Manage the relationship with partner media outlets such as CRN and drive coverage and article mentions

Produce "What's New" updates, videos, narratives, monthly summaries

Maintain the partner facing 180-day editorial calendar

Coordinate with Forcepoint corporate marketing, product marketing, enablement, heater marketing and channel sales

Ensure predictable, professional presence

MOMENTUM AMPLIFICATION

Broadcast major launches, roadshows, incentives, new plays, campaigns, etc.

Drive energy for product, program, and campaign rollouts

Make sure partners feel momentum across all touchpoints

Arm channel partner-facing teams with ready-to-use content

Make launches "feel big" and visible in the ecosystem

NOISE REDUCTION

Centralize partner narrative communications across functions

Standardize templates, tone, and workflows

Prevent overlapping messages and email collisions

Enforce quality, accuracy, and brand voice

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

10+ years of experience in B2B technology marketing communications, with at least 4 years focused on channel/partner marketing

Proven track record developing and executing global communications strategies for partner ecosystems

Exceptional storytelling ability with the skill to translate complex technical concepts into compelling narratives

Experience creating persona-based messaging that drives partner engagement and business outcomes

Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple high-visibility programs simultaneously

Experience working with partner media outlets (CRN, ChannelE2E, etc.) and driving coverage

Demonstrated ability to work effectively across global teams and time zones

Preferred:

Experience in cybersecurity or data security markets

Background in both direct and channel sales environments

Experience launching new partner programs or significant partner initiatives

Familiarity with marketing automation platforms, partner portals, and CRM systems

Understanding of partner business models (solution providers, referral partners, MSPs, distributors, systems integrators, etc.)

COMPETENCIES

Strategic Communication: Ability to translate business strategy into emotionally resonant messaging

Audience Intelligence: Deep understanding of diverse partner personas and what motivates them

Executive Presence: Comfort presenting to and influencing senior leadership and external partners

Operational Excellence: Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and quality

Collaboration: Proven ability to work cross-functionally and build consensus

Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Ownership Mindset: Take initiative and drive programs to completion with minimal oversight

Don’t meet every single qualification? Studies show people are hesitant to apply if they don’t meet all requirements listed in a job posting. Forcepoint is focused on building an inclusive and diverse workplace – so if there is something slightly different about your previous experience, but it otherwise aligns and you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. You could be a great candidate for this or other roles on our team.

The policy of Forcepoint is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.

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Forcepoint is a Federal Contractor. Certain positions with Forcepoint require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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