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Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.\nHow We Work:\nAt Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:\nBold in how we dream and innovate\nResponsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities\nAccountable for results and best in class outcomes\nVisionary in future focused problem-solving\nExceptional in execution and impact\n\nJob Description\nOverview\nThe SenorSales Engineer (SE) - AI Security Solutions is a customer-facing technical expert responsible for driving adoption of Proofpoint’s AI-driven security portfolio. 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