Middle Enterprise Account Executive-Healthcare

Proofpoint6 months ago
Draper, UT, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

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. We’re 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, you’ll 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.

Job Description

Company Overview

At Proofpoint, we have a passion for protecting people, data, and brands from today’s advanced threats and compliance risks. We hire the best people in the business to:

  • Build and enhance our proven security platform
  • Blend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud architecture
  • Analyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intel
  • Collaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challenges

We are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect what matters most. That’s why we’re a leader in next-generation cybersecurity—and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Account Executive to join our growing Middle Enterprise Healthcare team. This is a Hybrid Role and will require you to report to the Draper, UT office. In this role you will focus on increasing market share in Middle Enterprise Healthcare accounts in an assigned region. By joining our already successful team, you will be an instrumental part of our consistent year over year revenue growth!

This is a hybrid role that requires 3 days in office per week in our Draper, UT office.

Your day-to-day

  • This is a Hybrid Role reporting 3 days as week to the Draper, UT office
  • Actively engage with prospective new customers via phone, web conference and in-person to introduce Proofpoint products and our value proposition
  • Consistently research and prospect within your assigned territory accounts to identify new potential Proofpoint customers in the Mid-Market segment
  • Drive the entire sales process from start to finish including prospecting, opportunity identification, introductory meetings, product demonstration, customer Q&A, as well as negotiation and closing
  • Team up with our rapidly expanding channel partner network to drive both net-new and incremental revenue
  • Interact with the management team in 1-1, team meetings and via forecasting and reporting to provide critical updates, and strategic account planning
  • Become a perpetual student of Proofpoint products, and the ever changing CyberSecurity industry!
  • May require modified work hours to cover accounts in other time zones, and occasional travel for key accounts

What you bring to the team

  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience selling complex enterprise class software
  • Experience selling to either Mid-Market or Enterprise level accounts specifically to Healthcare Organizations strongly preferred
  • Track record of sustained success/over-achievement in a sales role
  • Experience managing the entire sales cycle, from prospecting through negotiation and closing
  • Strong phone and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) as well as organizational skills
  • Great attitude, and a team player that will share their recipe(s) for success
  • Experience working with Salesforce.com or other CRM is a plus
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required

Why Proofpoint

As a customer focused and driven-to-win organization with leading edge products, there are many exciting reasons to join the Proofpoint team. We believe in hiring the best the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. As we continue to grow and expand globally, we understand that hiring the right people and treating them well is key to our success! We are a multi-national company with locations in 30+ countries, with each location contributing to Proofpoint’s amazing culture!

Why Proofpoint?

At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • 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.
  • Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.].
  • Annual wellness and community outreach days
  • Always on recognition for your contributions
  • 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 accessibility@proofpoint.com.

How to Apply

Interested? Submit your application here https://www.proofpoint.com/us/company/careers. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Proofpoint Awards

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.

Our BRAVE Values:

At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values aren’t just words—they 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 what’s next and push cybersecurity forward, and we celebrate exceptional execution that ensures we continue to defend data and protect people.

Equal Opportunity

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

Find 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.

Our Mission

This isn’t just a job—it’s a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. We’re building the future of human-centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us. We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountable—because that’s 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 support—designed around you and your goals. Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, we’re here to help you get there.

Proofpoint Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Benefits:

  • Performance Bonus
  • 401K
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Events

About the Company:

Proofpoint

Proofpoint, Inc. (NASDAQ:PFPT) is a leading cybersecurity company that protects organizations’ greatest assets and biggest risks: their people. With an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions, Proofpoint helps customers around the world stop targeted threats, safeguard their data, and make their users more resilient against cyber attacks. Leading organizations of all sizes, including more than half of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to mitigate their most critical security and compliance risks across email, the cloud, social media, and the web. No one protects people, the data they create, and the digital channels they use more effectively than Proofpoint.

If you’re looking for a customer-focused, driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products, you’ll find many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring smart, motivated, problem-solvers to cultivate a culture of collaboration and appreciation. We are an international company with locations in North America, EMEA and APAC, with each location contributing to our culture.

Company Size: 2,500 to 4,999 employees

Industry: Computer/IT Services

Founded: 2002

Website: https://www.proofpoint.com

Required Skills

Customer Engagement
Communication Skills
Negotiation
Sales Strategy
CRM Software (Salesforce.com)
Prospecting
Healthcare Sector Knowledge