Sr. Commercial Sales Engineer, Italy

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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

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 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 Sales Engineer working with Commercial accounts, you will be one of the most important members of the Proofpoint sales team. After 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. You 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!

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

Design and champion complex People-Centric Security solutions encompassing the entire Proofpoint portfolio





Occasionally assist in professional services deployments and technical training, and present or attend industry seminars and/or trade shows

Provide valuable customer insights and real-world experiences to Product Management, Marketing and Product Development (Engineering) teams

Work with our Channel team to help support and enable our Distributors and Resellers

Become an expert in Email Security, Advanced Persistent Threats, Attack Protection, Threat Response, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and the threat landscape

Occasional travel required

What You Bring To The Team Proven 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

Experience in either secure messaging, data security, network security, endpoint, NOC/SOC, or MSP-related cybersecurity desirable

Excellent presentation, communication, and organizational skills

Fluent Italian and business level English language is required

Any additional languages are a plus

Exposure to at least two of the following skill sets are recommended Enterprise email solutions such as Exchange, O365, G-Suite, Lotus Domino or working knowledge of SMTP

IT security related areas such as Vulnerability and Risk Management, Security Operations or Incident Response

Data Loss Prevention (DLP), compliance and data privacy

Cloud security and shadow IT monitoring

Cloud computing Infrastructure (e.g. AWS/Azure)

Nice to have Hands on experience with the following: Directory Services and protocols such as Active Directory, Azure AD, LDAP, iDP (identity providers)

Email authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)

Networking and protocols such as DNS, LDAP,

Experience with security standards and frameworks such as ISO, MITRE and/or NIST

CISSP, CCSP or other industry certification is beneficial In 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!

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 hidden).

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 are 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.

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.

That isn't just a job-its a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. We are 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 are here to help you get there.

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