Sr. Commercial Sales Engineer, Italy

ph3About Us /h3 pProofpoint 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. /p h3About Us /h3 pProofpoint 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. /p h3How We Work /h3 pAt Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values /p pbBold /b in how we dream and innovate /p pbResponsive /b to feedback, challenges and opportunities /p pbAccountable /b for results and best in class outcomes /p pbVisionary /b in future focused problem-solving /p pbExceptional /b in execution and impact /p h3The Role /h3 pThe members of our Sales Engineering team are highly valued business partners that play a critical role in our sales process every single day. /p pAs a Sales Engineer working with Commercial accounts, you will be one of the most important members of the Proofpoint sales team. /p pAfter initial onboarding and regular product training, you will become a trusted advisor to our Account Managers and Channel Partners in region, 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. /p pYou will get to develop and tell a compelling story that will excite your customer and have them eager to hear more. Your story will be illustrated with an amazing product demonstration often followed by a proof-of-concept or threat assessment which will ultimately result in you providing a compelling solution to your customer that you will take pride in being a part of. It’s an exciting time to be at Proofpoint! /p ul liCollaborate with the sales team to develop and execute targeted account penetration strategies /li liYou will design and champion complex People-Centric Security solutions encompassing the entire Proofpoint portfolio /li liOccasionally assist in professional services deployments and technical training, and present or attend industry seminars and/or trade shows /li liProvide valuable customer insights and real-world experiences to Product Management, Marketing and Product Development (Engineering) teams /li liWork with our Channel team to help support and enable our Distributors and Resellers /li liYou will become an expert in Email Security, Advanced Persistent Threats, Attack Protection, Threat Response, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and the threat landscape /li liOccasional travel required. /li /ul h3What You Bring To The Team /h3 ul liProven hands‑on experience, either as a Sales/Systems Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Security Engineer, or senior level product support, preferably related to the cyber‑security industry /li liExperience in either secure messaging, data security, network security, endpoint, NOC/SOC, or MSP‑related cybersecurity desirable /li liExcellent presentation, communication, and organizational skills /li liFluent Italian and business level English language is required. Any additional languages are a plus. /li liExposure to at least two of the following skill sets are recommended ul liEnterprise email solutions such as Exchange, O365, G‑Suite, Lotus Dominoorworking knowledge of SMTP /li liIT security related areas such as Vulnerability and Risk Management, Security Operations or Incident Response /li liData Loss Prevention (DLP), compliance and data privacy /li liCloud security and shadow IT monitoring /li liCloud computing Infrastructure (e.g. AWS/Azure) /li /ul /li /ul h3Nice to have /h3 pHands on experience with the following /p ul liDirectory Services and protocols such as Active Directory, Azure AD, LDAP, iDP (identity providers) /li liEmail authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) /li liNetworking and protocols such as DNS, LDAP, /li liExperience with security standards and frameworks such as ISO, MITRE and/or NIST /li liCISSP, CCSP or other industry certification is beneficial. /li /ul pIn addition to the above, if you have a consultative approach to problem solving and/or have a desire to pivot your career towards a sales direction. And if you thrive in fast paced, high energy environments with the ability to work independently and adapt quickly while maintaining a positive attitude, we would love to speak to you! /p h3Why Proofpoint? /h3 pAt 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 /p ul liCompetitive compensation /li liComprehensive benefits /li liCareer success on your terms /li liFlexible work environment /li liAnnual wellness and community outreach days /li liAlways on recognition for your contributions /li liGlobal collaboration and networking opportunities /li /ul h3Our Culture /h3 pOur culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success‑every day, for everyone. /p pWe encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 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