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 3 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 3 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 accessibility@proofpoint.com.

How to Apply

Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!

Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package, including flexible time off, a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year, plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option.

Base Pay Ranges:

SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area:

California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:

All other cities and states excluding those listed above: