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About Us: We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. Weu2019re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people. How We Work: At Proofpoint, youu2019ll 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. Corporate Overview In todayu2019s cyber threat landscape, protection starts with people. At Proofpoint, that simple truth fuels our passion for protecting users, the data they create, and the systems they rely on from a uniquely people-centric perspective. And we are just as passionate about finding the right people to help us in that mission. When you join Proofpoint, you are helping to: + Build and enhance our proven security platform + Blend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud environment + Analyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intel + Collaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challenges We are devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk: their people. That is why we are a leader in next-generation cybersecurityu2014and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner. The Role Proofpoint is looking for a self-starting, responsible, action-oriented, and highly motivated individual to join our growing field services team. The mission of the Senior Customer Success Manager is to ensure that our customers realize the full value of the products and services they have purchased from Proofpoint, ultimately maximizing renewals. This is a customer-centric role in a fast-paced environment that demands interaction with enterprises at senior levels, as well as with technical staff within the traditional IT and Security organization. Successful candidates will have excellent communication skills with a proven track record of successfully interacting with customers regarding business and technical interests alike; a strong technical foundation, especially related to email security; substantial experience driving concurrent projects and issues to completion with little direction, and a passion for ensuring a world class customer experience. Your Day to Day + Drive high levels of customer success through post sales customer engagements, maintaining a strong sense of ownership over customer outcomes + Be a relentless advocate for your customers into the Product Management, Engineering and internal teams to improve the product and help ensure that Proofpoint deployments are successful. + Independently provide ongoing and proactive vision and guidance regarding data security initiatives to assigned Proofpoint customers. + Provide guidance and advice to onboarding customers about how best to utilize Proofpoint resources including their purchased solutions, support options, training offerings and other Proofpoint services. + Meet regularly with customers to review product adoption and health, issues, upcoming releases, and other initiatives. Develop a thorough understanding of a typical customeru2019s business and security needs by industry, providing proactive recommendations that support the customeru2019s priorities. + Contribute to functional groups from areas such as Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Support, and Professional Services to help address underlying causes of churn and dissatisfaction. What you bring to the team + 4-year college degree in a business area, technical area or equivalent + 5+ years of related industry experience in professional services, sales engineering, senior support engineering, or other customer facing roles with exposure to multiple technology areas + Understand and demonstrate customer success principles and behavior + Must be able to articulate customer business requirements and serve as the customer voice internally + Working knowledge of email security concepts and frameworks + Working knowledge of cloud technologies, web services, operating systems, and common technical architecture + Ability to effectively work in a team environment as well as independently + Excellent communication skills, phone manner, and meeting presence within all levels of the customeru2019s organization + Strong project and/or program management skills and high attention to detail + Ability to think innovatively, strategically and deliver tactically + Ability to work independently, to adapt quickly, and to maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations Why Proofpoint Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We are a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge productsu2014and many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring the best, the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. We are a diverse, multinational company with opportunities in all functions, and leaders that welcome candidates from all walks of life. Apply today and explore your future #LifeAtPFPT. Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons youu2019ll love working with us: u2022 Competitive compensation u2022 Comprehensive benefits u2022 Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential. u2022 Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.]. u2022 Annual wellness and community outreach days u2022 Always on recognition for your contributions u2022 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 . How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here . We canu2019t wait to hear from you Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams. We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. Weu2019re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people. Our BRAVE Values: At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values arenu2019t just wordsu2014they shape how we work, collaborate, and grow. We seek people who are bold enough to challenge the status quo, responsive in the face of ever-evolving threats, and accountable for delivering real impact. We value those with a visionary mindset who anticipate whatu2019s next and push cybersecurity forward, and we celebrate exceptional execution that ensures we continue to defend data and protect people. 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. Find your network, your allies, and your biggest fans. We know that work is simply better when youu2019re surrounded by people who inspire youu2014who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed. Thatu2019s why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zonesu2014to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together. This isnu2019t just a jobu2014itu2019s a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. Weu2019re building the future of human-centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us. We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountableu2014because thatu2019s what it takes to stay ahead. And we do it together, winning as one. Be empowered to reach your full potential through meaningful challenges and personalized supportu2014designed around you and your goals. Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, weu2019re here to help you get there.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.