Sales Engineer, UKI

Proofpoint is seeking a Sales Engineer to join their UK&I team, acting as the technical sales lead throughout the pre-sales process. This role involves collaborating with the Named Accounts team to develop and execute account penetration strategies, designing complex People-Centric Security solutions across the Proofpoint portfolio, and providing customer insights to product teams. The Sales Engineer will become an expert in Email Security, Attack Protection, DLP, and the threat landscape, ensuring compliance with ISO, NIST, and MITRE standards.

Must Have

• Collaborate with the UK&I Named Accounts team to develop and execute targeted account penetration strategies
• Design and champion complex People-Centric Security solutions encompassing the entire Proofpoint portfolio
• Provide valuable customer insight and real-world experiences to Product Management, Marketing and Product Development (Engineering) teams
• Become an expert in Email Security, Advanced Persistent Threats, Attack Protection, Threat Response, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and the threat landscape
• Maintain compliance with ISO, NIST and MITRE
• Hands-on experience in a customer facing role (Sales/Systems Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Security Engineer or senior level product support), preferably in the cyber-security industry
• Proven experience in either enterprise email solutions, email authentication, advanced persistent threats, data security, network security or cloud security and shadow IT knowledge
• Excellent communication skills and comfortable presenting to individuals and/or teams including technical staff and C-suite executives
• Ability to work independently, adapt quickly and maintain a positive attitude

Good to Have

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• CISSP or other industry certification

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Learning & Development programs (leadership, professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, mentoring opportunities)
• Flexible work environment
• Annual wellness and community outreach days
• Always on recognition for your contributions
• Global collaboration and networking opportunities

The Role:

Proofpoint is seeking a Sales Engineer to join our team and act as the technical sales lead throughout the pre-sales process. This position will report to Martin Blackhurst (Sr Manager, Technical Sales) and will lead the technical discussions with customers and prospects. You’ll work closely with the UK&I Named Accounts team.

Your Day To Day

• Collaborate with the UK&I Named Accounts team to develop and execute targeted account penetration strategies
• Design and champion complex People-Centric Security solutions encompassing the entire Proofpoint portfolio
• Provide valuable customer insight and real-world experiences to Product Management, Marketing and Product Development (Engineering) teams to help keep our solutions as the best in class.
• You will become an expert in Email Security, Advanced Persistent Threats, Attack Protection, Threat Response, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and the threat landscape
• Maintain compliance with ISO, NIST and MITRE
• Present at or attend industry seminars and/or trade shows when required

Qualifications

• Required: Hands-on experience in a customer facing role, either as a Sales/Systems Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Security Engineer or senior level product support, preferably in the cyber-security industry
• Required: Proven experience in either enterprise email solutions, email authentication, advanced persistent threats, data security, network security or cloud security and shadow IT knowledge
• Required: Excellent communication skills and comfortable presenting to individuals and/or teams including technical staff and C-suite executives
• Required: You can work independently, adapt quickly and maintain a positive attitude
• Preferred: Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Preferred: CISSP or other industry certification

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
• Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.
• Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.].
• 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 here https://www.proofpoint.com/us/company/careers. We can’t wait to hear from you!