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
We are seeking an experienced Public Sector Account Executive to join our growing LED Middle Enterprise team. This person must sit in Pennsylvania and it is a Hybrid role requiring 4 days a week in the Pittsburgh office. In this role you will focus on increasing market share in Middle Enterprise accounts in an assigned region. By joining our already successful team, you will be an instrumental part of our consistent year over year revenue growth!
Your day-to-day
This is a hybrid role and this rep will need to be in the Pittsburgh office 4 days a week
Actively engage with prospective new and existing customers via phone, web conference and in-person to introduce Proofpoint products and our value proposition
Consistently research and prospect within your assigned territory accounts to identify new potential Proofpoint customers in the Mid-Market segment
Drive the entire sales process from start to finish including prospecting, opportunity identification, introductory meetings, product demonstration, customer Q&A, as well as negotiation and closing
Team up with our rapidly expanding channel partner network to drive both net-new and incremental revenue
Interact with the management team in 1-1, team meetings and via forecasting and reporting to provide critical updates, and strategic account planning
Become a perpetual student of Proofpoint products, and the ever changing CyberSecurity industry!
May require modified work hours to cover accounts in other time zones, and occasional travel for key accounts
What you bring to the team
Minimum of 3+ years of experience selling complex enterprise class software In the Public Sector
Experience selling to either Mid-Market or Enterprise level accounts strongly preferred
Track record of sustained success/over-achievement in a sales role
Experience managing the entire sales cycle, from prospecting through negotiation and closing
Strong phone and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) as well as organizational skills
Great attitude, and a team player that will share their recipe(s) for success
Experience working with Salesforce.com or other CRM is a plus
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
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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 [email protected].
How to Apply
Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!
Skills Required
- At least 3 years of experience selling complex enterprise-class software in the public sector
- Experience selling to mid-market or enterprise accounts
- Demonstrated sustained success or overachievement in a sales role
- Experience managing the complete sales cycle from prospecting through negotiation and closing
- Strong verbal, written, phone, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Experience with Salesforce.com or another CRM
Proofpoint Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Proofpoint and has not been reviewed or approved by Proofpoint.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage spans medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, complemented by global physical, mental, and financial health programs. Wellbeing resources such as mindfulness, resilience, and meditation courses are explicitly highlighted.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions include PTO, paid holidays and sick days, with parental and family medical leave available. Added flexibility appears in wellness days, a hybrid-first model, and limited work-from-anywhere periods.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive in many roles and settings, with external recognition indicating strong standing relative to peers. Feedback suggests employees in several departments view compensation favorably when considering base, bonus, and benefits together.
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What We Do
We provide the most effective cybersecurity and compliance solutions to protect people on every channel including email, the web, the cloud, and social media.
