Sr. Named Account Manager-IL

About Proofpoint

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.

Proofpoint, Inc. is seeking a self‑starting highly motivated sales professional based in Illinois to join our successful and growing Named Accounts organization. This team helps large enterprise organizations throughout the United States and the world protect their most sensitive data. The Named Account Manager will target accounts in Indiana and must be based there. The role will involve partnering with our world‑class Sales Engineering Organization and our Channels team to introduce Proofpoint to new customers and expand our presence with companies who are already part of our existing customer base.

• Establish strong business relationships at the executive level and conduct advanced solution selling.
• Perform sales presentations, coordinate multiple resources within an account, and consistently and successfully close business for Proofpoint.
• Penetrate net new accounts and expand our presence with existing customers by introducing them to the rest of our security portfolio.
• Partner with the Channel organization to secure a new share of the security market.
• Team up with our Sales/Systems Engineering team to prepare account strategies and plans, and to deliver outstanding product demos and proof‑of‑concept programs to prospects and customers.

• At least 3 years of experience in a field sales role selling to large enterprise organizations.
• Proven and demonstrable track record of exceeding sales goals.
• Experience selling Enterprise Security or Information Technology products is preferred (but other industries are welcome).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; can clearly and effectively articulate Proofpoint’s value.
• Organized, detail‑ and process‑oriented; self‑starter with ability to work independently or in a team.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM tools strongly preferred.
• BA/BS or equivalent preferred.
• Candidate must reside in Illinois.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Career success on your terms
• Flexible work environment
• Annual wellness and community outreach days
• Recognition for your contributions
• Global collaboration and networking opportunities

Proofpoint is an equal‑opportunity employer; we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.