Sr. Sales Engineer, UKI

proofpoint; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Proofpoint is seeking a Sr. Sales Engineer to join our team and act as the technical sales lead throughout the pre-sales process. This role reports to the Sr.

Manager, Technical Sales and will lead technical discussions with customers and prospects. You will work closely with the UK and Ireland Enterprise sales team. You will collaborate with the UKI Enterprise team to develop and execute targeted account strategies, designing complex People-Centric Security solutions spanning the Proofpoint

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a customer facing technical role in cybersecurity or enterprise tech.
• Experience with enterprise email solutions, email authentication, threats and data security.
• Knowledge of AI tools and emerging security technologies.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills for field engagements and travel.
• Proactive communication to keep Account Manager aligned on activity and pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the UKI Enterprise team to develop targeted account penetration strategies.
• Design and champion complex People-Centric Security solutions across Proofpoint portfolio.
• Provide customer insights to Product Management, Marketing, and Engineering teams.
• Become an expert in Email Security, APTs, Threat Protection, DLP, and threat landscape.
• Maintain ISO, NIST and MITRE compliance in customer engagements.
• Present at industry seminars or trade shows when required.

Skills

Customer-facing role

Presentation skills

Proactive communicator

Organisational and time-management

Independent work

Knowledge of AI tools

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

CISSP or security certification

Tools

AI tools

Job description

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

Proofpoint is seeking a Sr. Sales Engineer to join our team and act as the technical sales lead throughout the pre-sales process. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Technical Sales and will lead technical discussions with customers and prospects. You will work closely with the UK and Ireland Enterprise sales team.

Your Day to Day

• Collaborate with the UKI Enterprise team to develop and execute targeted account penetration strategies
• Design and champion complex People-Centric Security solutions encompassing the entire Proofpoint portfolio
• Provide valuable customer insight and real-world experiences to Product Management, Marketing and Product Development (Engineering) teams to help keep our solutions as the best in class.
• You will become an expert in Email Security, Advanced Persistent Threats, Attack Protection, Threat Response, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and the threat landscape
• Maintain compliance with ISO, NIST and MITRE
• Present at or attend industry seminars and/or trade shows when required

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a customer facing technical role, either as a Sales/System Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Security Engineer or senior level product support or professional services, preferably in the cyber-security industry at an enterprise level
• Proven experience in either enterprise email solutions, email authentication, advanced persistent threats, data security, network security or cloud security and shadow IT knowledge
• A good working knowledge and use of AI tools
• Highly self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision
• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, with the discipline to work and maintain focus in a partner office environment.
• Proactive communicator who takes ownership of keeping the Account Manager aligned on customer activity, pipeline progress, and priorities.
• Comfortable acting as the local technical presence, progressing opportunities and supporting customers between Account Manager visits.
• Excellent presentation skills, comfortable presenting to individuals and/or teams including technical staff and C-suite executives
• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• CISSP or other security industry certification

Why Proofpoint?

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 [e-mail].