Field CTO, DACH

**Field CTO, DACH (M/W/D)****The Role** Proofpoint is seeking an experienced and dynamic **Field CTO** who will lead strategic engagements and briefings with CIO/CISO level individuals of the largest enterprise organizations in the DACH region. You are a recognized IT and security practitioner leveraging your extensive knowledge and experience to advise customers on how they can combine existing technology, people and processes with Proofpoint’s Human-Centric platform to accomplish their cybersecurity and business goals.Minimum 10 years of broad IT experience, preferably including some vendor, SI or MSSP experienceYou employ strong consultation and facilitation skills to collaborate with people and help them to address their problems and challenges.A persuasive leader with strong executive presence, commercial acumen, presentation and communication skillsA bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IT and/or cybersecurityFind 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.