Professional Services Consultant - Email Security/ZenGuide at Proofpoint

California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years industry experience in a customer-facing technical field such as professional services, sales engineering, or customer success
  • Experience in large systems design and enterprise email environments (Exchange/M365, and G Suite)
  • LINUX system administration experience
  • Understanding of Internet protocols and how they work, particularly HTTP(S), SMTP, and IMAP
  • Strong understanding of RFC 822 and Sendmail
  • Proficiency in Directory protocols (LDAP, Windows AD, and Azure AD)
  • Working knowledge of authentication methodologies (SAML)
  • Knowledge of networking topology, TCP/IP protocol, and components (firewalls, routers, etc.)
  • Comfortable presenting and explaining technology to individuals with low technical expertise
  • Patience under pressure
  • Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Sound technical experience and skills, blended with strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proactive, responsible, highly motivated

Responsibilities

  • Engage with Proofpoint customers as a product expert to implement solutions, typically via web conferencing tools
  • Perform implementation activities including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, customization, testing, and documentation
  • Manage light project management duties
  • Manage a significant case load of varying customer and project types concurrently
  • Provide technical expertise and real-life experience in creating solutions, designs, proof of concept, and implementation
  • Deliver product (including administrative and UI) knowledge transfer to customers and partners
  • Drive high levels of customer satisfaction
  • Be a strong voice for customers into the Marketing, Product, and Engineering teams to improve the product
  • Coordinate with multiple parties -- internal departments as well as the customer -- to ensure timely and satisfactory resolution to technical issues, and completion of projects
  • Define and document the best practice techniques, processes, templates, and architectures for use by the greater field organization
  • Deploy, optimize, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with Proofpoint solutions
  • Lead implementations of Proofpoint solutions and maintain technical relationships with customers
  • Interact at senior levels as well as with technical staff within the traditional IT organization
  • Take responsibility and accept accountability for successful customer engagements and partner technical relationships

Skills

Email Security
ZenGuide
Proofpoint
Cybersecurity
Implementation
Deployment
Optimization
Troubleshooting
Technical Support
Customer Engagement

Proofpoint

Cybersecurity solutions for email and digital communication

About Proofpoint

Proofpoint specializes in cybersecurity, focusing on protecting organizations from advanced threats and compliance risks. The company offers a range of solutions that secure email, social media, and other digital communication channels against cyber threats like phishing, malware, and ransomware. Its products work by utilizing advanced technologies, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, to detect and respond to threats in real-time. Proofpoint differentiates itself from competitors by providing user-friendly solutions that easily integrate into existing IT systems, along with subscription-based services that allow clients to select service tiers tailored to their needs. The company's goal is to enhance the cybersecurity defenses of various organizations, from large enterprises to small businesses, ensuring their digital communications remain secure.

Sunnyvale, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2002Year Founded
$55.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
Employer-paid life, disability & employee assistance programs
Unlimited PTO
401K match
Remote work option

Risks

Integration challenges with Tessian and Illusive could disrupt operations.
Regulatory scrutiny may delay acquisition closings, affecting strategic plans.
Reliance on AI poses risks if technologies fail to adapt to new threats.

Differentiation

Proofpoint leverages AI and machine learning for real-time threat detection.
The company offers a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity solutions for digital communication.
Proofpoint's subscription-based model ensures recurring revenue and flexible service tiers.

Upsides

Acquisitions of Tessian and Illusive enhance AI-driven threat protection capabilities.
Growing demand for ITDR solutions boosts Proofpoint's market position.
Increased focus on AI-driven email security solutions aligns with industry trends.

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