Senior Sales Engineer - Data Security - Mexico and LATAM

Senior Sales Engineer – Data Security – Mexico and LATAM

Join Us
We are a leader in human‑centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. Our mission is to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world.

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, Responsive, Accountable, Visionary, Exceptional.

Candidates for this role should be located in Mexico, Peru, or Chile and in the Eastern time zone.

The Role and the Team

As a Senior Sales Engineer in the Data Security Group (DSG) you will be a trusted advisor and technical lead for the Pre‑Sales process, contributing to solutions delivery and customer satisfaction.

Your day‑to‑day

• Drive high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with ATG Sales Specialists & Account Teams to develop and execute account penetration strategies.
• Build trust and rapport with customers and prospects, serving as their main technical point of contact.
• Lead technical discovery, planning, execution, and wrap‑up of Proof‑of‑Concepts and Production Evaluations.
• Design and champion complex People‑Centric Security solutions covering the full Data Loss Prevention suite, Insider Risk, and Data Security Posture Management.
• Assist professional services deployments, technical training, and industry seminars or trade shows.
• Collaborate with Professional Services, Support, Engineering, Product Management to ensure effective operation and technical wins.
• Provide customer insight to Product Management, Marketing, and Engineering teams.
• Deliver training presentations to peers, account managers, and teams within Proofpoint.
• Contribute across internal documentation, training, and communication channels.
• Help develop solutions and processes across the team and sales engineering organization.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of proven track record selling solutions as a Sales Engineer.
• Good understanding of the Cybersecurity market, competition, and particularly Data Security and Insider Risk.
• Expertise in core security solutions: Enterprise DLP, CASB, Insider Threat Management, Endpoint Security, Isolation, DSPM.
• Strong knowledge of sales processes and the role of a sales engineer.
• Excellent technical presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to articulate the big picture, uncover business challenges, and architect solutions.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment.
• Works independently, adapts quickly, and maintains positivity.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience.
• CISSP or similar industry certification preferred.
• Travel required.

Why Proofpoint?

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Learning & Development programs
• Flexible work environment (remote, hybrid, flexible hours)
• Annual wellness and community outreach days
• Recognition for contributions
• Global collaboration and networking opportunities.

Our Culture

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, contact

How to Apply

Submit your application here: or search for Senior Sales Engineer jobs in Mexico City, Mexico.