Senior Sales Engineer - Competitive Intelligence (Data Security)
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About the role
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.
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
The Competitive Intelligence team plays a critical role in ensuring that the most relevant and actionable insights into our competitors, market dynamics, and differentiation are available across the company. This team develops a deep technical and strategic understanding of the competitive landscape to help position, influence, and win deals. In addition, the team works cross-functionally with Product Management, Engineering, Sales, Customer Success, and Marketing to continuously strengthen our differentiation and improve our position in the market.
AI is at the Core of This Role
You will help redefine how CI is delivered by putting AI at the center. You’ll use AI and modern intelligence tools to surface signals earlier, scale insight generation, uncover patterns across deals, and translate large volumes of data into precise, field-ready recommendations. You’ll also build AI-informed content and enablement that improves speed of delivery and decision-making.
This position focuses on Proofpoint’s Data Security platform, including Data Loss Prevention, Insider Threat Management, and Data Security Posture Management. You will be expected to build strong technical expertise across these areas and maintain a clear understanding of competing solutions and architectures.
This is a remote position based in the U.S.
Job Requirements
5+ years of experience in Technical Sales, Sales Engineering, Competitive Intelligence, or similar roles within a cybersecurity vendor
Experience using AI or automation tools, or a strong interest in applying them, to accelerate research, synthesize information, identify patterns, and deliver actionable recommendations that improve deal outcomes. Curiosity to continuously explore new approaches that improve speed to insight and real-time deal impact
Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: CASB, Data Loss Prevention (endpoint, cloud, email, web), Insider Threat or Insider Risk, Data Security Posture Management, or related data security technologies
Ability to quickly learn new technologies, competitors, and market dynamics and apply that knowledge in live deal situations
Strong technical presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear business value
Experience working cross-functionally with Product Management, Marketing, and Sales to influence strategy and positioning
Strong objection-handling skills
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. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.
How to Apply
Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!
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