Senior Commercial Sales Engineer
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.
Job Description
The Role and the Team
At Proofpoint, the members of our Commercial Sales Engineering team are highly valued business partners that play a critical role in our sales process every single day. As an Inside Sales Engineer working with Commercial accounts, you will be one of the most important members of the Proofpoint sales team. You will become a trusted advisor to both the Account Managers you are paired with, as well as our current and future customers. As a technical liaison and subject matter expert on all things Proofpoint, you will help to deliver People-Centric solutions that protect against today’s cyber threats. You will get to develop and tell a compelling story that will excite your customer and have them eager to hear more. Your story will include an amazing product demonstration, often followed by a proof-of-concept, and ultimately, providing a solution to your customer that you will take pride in being a part of. It’s an exciting time to be at Proofpoint!
Job Requirements
- 6+ years of hands on technical experience, either as a Sales/Systems Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Security Engineer or senior level product support, preferably in an externally customer-facing role in the cyber-security industry
- You have experience in Enterprise or Cloud Security, including cloud/SaaS platforms, messaging, data, network, endpoint, NOC/SOC, or MSP-related cybersecurity
- Your experience selling and positioning a platform is highly valued
- You have exposure to at least two of the following skill sets are recommended: Cloud security and shadow IT monitoring, IT security, vulnerability or risk assessments, security operations, and policy enforcement, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), compliance and privacy, Enterprise email solutions such as Exchange/O365, G-Suite, Lotus Domino or working knowledge of SMTP and experience with MTAs such as Postfix, Sendmail, etc.
- Additional skills that are added bonuses include Directory Services and protocols such as Active Directory, Azure AD, LDAP, iDP (identity providers), Email authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC), Networking and protocols such as SMTP, DNS, LDAP, HTTP, etc.
- You have a background in consultative approach to solving problems and/or have a strong desire to pivot your career towards a sales direction
- You can thrive in a fast paced, high-energy environment
- You can work independently, adapt quickly and maintain a positive attitude
- You have strong PowerPoint, presentation and organizational skills a must
- CISSP or other relevant cyber-security and cloud security certification are valued
Preferred Work Location
Onsite at Draper, UT office. Possible remote.
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.
How To Apply
Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!