Senior Sales Engineer - NYC/NJ - Proofpoint : Job Details

Senior Sales Engineer - NYC/NJ page is loadedSenior Sales Engineer - NYC/NJApply locations New York Connecticut New Jersey time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R12708

About Us: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.

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.

At Proofpoint, the members of our Sales Engineering team are highly valued business partners that play a critical role in our sales process every single day.

As a Senior Sales Engineer working with accounts in the Named space, 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.

This role will focus on the Named NY/NJ Enterprise accounts, and candidates must be located in NYC/New Jersey or South CT.

You will get to develop and tell a compelling story that will excite your customer and have them eager to hear more.

Your story may include onsite product demonstrations, white-boarding sessions, mini-trainings, Lunch-n-Learns, Proof-of-Concept, Production Evaluations, all in pursuit of 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!

Preference for candidates to be located in NYC / New Jersey or South CT.

Your day-to-day

The Senior Sales Engineer is the Technical Lead for the Proofpoint Pre-Sales process, including:

-Collaborate with the sales team to develop and execute targeted account penetration strategies

-Build trust and rapport with customers and prospects in person, and be their main technical point of contact throughout the process

-Deliver compelling product demonstrations that address today's most pressing cyber threats

-Work closely with customer/prospect security staff for technical discovery, as well as planning, execution and wrap up of Proof-of-Concept (POC) and Production Evaluations

-You will design and champion complex People-Centric Security solutions encompassing the entire Proofpoint portfolio

-You may, occasionally, be called upon to assist in professional services deployments, technical training, and to present at or attend industry seminars and/or trade shows

-You will be able to provide valuable customer insight and real-world experiences to Product Management, Marketing and Product Development (Engineering) teams to help keep our solutions the best in the industry

-You will become an expert in Email Security Gateways, Advanced Persistent Threats, Attack Protection, Threat Response, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and the threat landscape

-Travel is required in this role.

Senior level duties:

-Mentoring new team members in multiple areas including Proofpoint products, sales process, and relationship management with both customers and account managers

-Develop and deliver training presentations to peers, account managers, and other teams within Proofpoint

-Contribute across all corporate communication channels, write and help upkeep internal documentation and training

-Travel is required in this role.

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 [email protected] . How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here . We can't wait to hear from you!