Manager, Field Sales Engineering

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.

The Role and the Team

Proofpoint is looking for a highly-motivated Sales Engineering Manager to lead a team of talented sales engineers focused on Mid Market opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical background, be passionate and knowledgeable about security, and have prior experience managing sales engineering teams. An ability to “lead from the front” and a willingness to act as both player and coach to help your team secure the technical win will be key to your success.

Candidates should be located in Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Richmond, Philadelphia, NYC, or Boston.

+ Leading a team of dynamic and energetic sales engineers

+ Partnering with recruiting and HR to attract, hire and retain top talent to support our rapid growth

+ Being a coach: Enable your team with our world class training, and provide 1:1 coaching and development at every opportunity

+ Drive operational excellence across the team & helping drive customer interactions in accounts.

+ Put your individual contributor hat on when needed, engage with customers, and help formulate strategies for target accounts

+ Partner with other groups to help us continue our tradition of an outstanding customer experience

+ Become a student of our best in breed suite of security solutions

+ The role may require travel between 50-75% within the region.

Job Requirements

+ All aspects of people management, including hiring, development, training, regular 1:1s and annual reviews

+ Hire, train and retain top talent

+ Provide feedback and direction, both positive and constructive, to personnel in a timely manner

+ Build a strong team and provide satisfaction among your team and customers

+ Influence both internal and external C-level executives through presentations and briefings

+ Work collaboratively with other groups, including Sales, Professional Services, Support, Engineering, and Product Management, to ensure effective operation of your team, achieve the technical win, and ensure ongoing customer satisfaction

+ Formulate best practices for presentations, demos, and evaluations as well as overall sales strategy

+ Act as a trusted adviser to higher level management on strategic opportunity reviews, emerging competitive threats, product direction, and establishing sales objectives and strategies

+ Experience in selling into the Mid Market or Enterprise accounts is preferred

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#LifeAtProofpoint

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 https://www.proofpoint.com/us/company/careers . We can’t wait to hear from you!

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.

Benefits

Vacation/paid time off, Medical, Dental and Vision, Employee Referral Program, Employee Events, 401K, Performance bonus, Paid Holidays

About the Company

Proofpoint

Proofpoint, Inc. (NASDAQ:PFPT) is a leading cybersecurity company that protects organizations’ greatest assets and biggest risks: their people. With an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions, Proofpoint helps customers around the world stop targeted threats, safeguard their data, and make their users more resilient against cyber attacks. Leading organizations of all sizes, including more than half of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to mitigate their most critical security and compliance risks across email, the cloud, social media, and the web. No one protects people, the data they create, and the digital channels they use more effectively than Proofpoint.

If you’re looking for a customer-focused, driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products, you’ll find many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring smart, motivated, problem-solvers to cultivate a culture of collaboration and appreciation. We are an international company with locations in North America, EMEA and APAC, with each location contributing to our culture.

Company Size

2,500 to 4,999 employees

Industry

Computer/IT Services

Founded

2002

Website

https://www.proofpoint.com