Data Security Sales Specialist-Heartland

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.

Department Overview:

The Data Security Specialist team at Proofpoint is an exciting, fast-growing group made up of passionate, talented individuals dedicated to driving impact in the Data Security space. As one of the company’s major growth engines, this team supports our outstanding customer base and sells a portfolio of six (and expanding) industry-leading Data Security products and packages.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Sales Specialist to align with our Field Team Heartland/TOLA . Reporting to the Sales Director for the Data Security team, you will partner closely with Proofpoint’s core sales reps as a specialist and partner to drive growth across the region. In this role, you will serve as the trusted advisor for our Data Security portfolio and collaborate with both internal teams and customers to deliver value and outcomes.

Your day to day:

• The ability to build strong relationships at all levels of a customer account and internal proofpoint to drive deals to closure.

• Partner with the core sales team to expand our Data Security footprint within existing customers by leveraging strong relationships and strategic alignment.

• Lead the customer and core sellers through the Data Security Sales cycle based on industry and Proofpoint best practices for evaluating a modern data security solution.

• Demonstrate drive and initiative to penetrate net-new accounts while also deepening engagement with existing Data Security customers resulting in explosive Data Security pipeline creation for your assigned region.

• Collaborate with our extraordinary Sales Engineers team to design account strategies, deliver impactful demos, and run proof-of-concept (POC) programs.

• Partner with the channel organization to capture new market share in Data Security

• Drive continued enablement of our product portfolio to support more meaningful customer conversations and empower the core sales team. This includes field enablement activities such as hosting office hours, weekly sales play updates on team calls, delivering training sessions, facilitating role plays, and supporting core sales teamwith territory-specific needs.

What you bring to the team:

• Proven success selling Data Security into Strategic and Enterprise accounts.

• Experience with enterprise security solutions such as Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), Insider Threat Management (ITM), or SSE/SASE

• Strong presentation, discovery, relationship making, and consultative selling skills.

• Ability to thrive in a matrix environment and build trust with cross-functional stakeholders.

• Technical curiosity and a desire to gain deep product expertise.

• Strong strategic account planning and forecasting capabilities.

• A proven track record exceeding sales goals and the desire to win

• Passion for collaborating across all business functions to complete tasks, meet deadlines, and drive results — while also understanding and navigating the overlay structure within the sales org.

• Proficient in sales tools such as Salesforce, Clari, and other related platforms used for pipeline management, forecasting, and account planning.

Why Proofpoint:

Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We’re a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products. We are an inclusive, diverse, multinational company that believes in culture fit, but more importantly ‘culture add", and we strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply.

We believe in hiring the best and the brightest to help cultivate our culture of collaboration and appreciation. Apply today and explore your future at Proofpoint #LifeAtPFPT

• must reside in NE, IA, MN, MO , KS

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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

• 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 accessibility@proofpoint.com . 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.