Proofpoint

Middle Enterprise Account Executive

United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerProofpoint
LocationUnited States
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted15 Sep 2026

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

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Exceptional in execution and impact

The Role

This is a Hybrid Role and will require you to report to the office in Sunnyvale, CA. Monday-Thursday. 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 reporting 4 days as week to the Sunnyvale, CA
Actively engage with prospective new 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
Experience selling to either Mid-Market or Enterprise level accounts.
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!

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