AVP, Advanced Tech Sales — Collaboration Protection

Proofpoint; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Proofpoint is seeking an Area Vice President, Sales – Advanced Technology to lead four global specialist teams in the Collaboration Protection portfolio. You will own the GTM strategy, coach leaders, and enable the broader field while accelerating revenue growth across regions.

This high-visibility, customer-facing role requires strategic thinking, strong leadership, and a hands-on approach to major deals. You’ll partner with Marketing, Product, and Sales Engineering to drive adoption and help

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in field sales with distributed teams.
• Experience selling security solutions.
• Strong consultative selling and value articulation.
• Ability to build pipelines, forecast accurately, and close high-value deals.

Responsibilities

• Lead four global specialist sales teams and four RDs.
• Own global GTM strategy for Collaboration Protection.
• Drive revenue growth and close strategic opportunities.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Product, and Sales Engineering.
• Mentor leaders, develop talent, and ensure execution.

Skills

Proven Leadership

Matrix Selling

Security Background

Consultative Selling

Business Acumen

Outbound Sales

Communication Excellence

Demand Generation

Job description

Proofpoint is seeking an Area Vice President, Sales – Advanced Technology to lead four global specialist teams in the Collaboration Protection portfolio. You will own the GTM strategy, coach leaders, and enable the broader field while accelerating revenue growth across regions.

This high-visibility, customer-facing role requires strategic thinking, strong leadership, and a hands-on approach to major deals. You’ll partner with Marketing, Product, and Sales Engineering to drive adoption and help