Manager, Technical Account Manager

About Us:

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. 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

The Role

Proofpoint is seeking a Manager, Premium Security Services, to lead a team of Technical Account Managers responsible for driving technical success and adoption across our enterprise customer base. This role is focused on coaching and enabling TAMs to deliver exceptional post-sales technical guidance, ensuring customers realize maximum value from Proofpoint solutions. The Manager will collaborate closely with Customer Success, Support, and Sales teams to maintain customer health, mitigate risk, and support renewals and expansion.

Your day-to-day

• Lead and develop a team of Technical Account Managers, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and career development.
• Drive operational excellence by implementing best practices, playbooks, and processes for technical engagement and lifecycle management.
• Monitor customer health and program delivery, ensuring TAMs proactively address risks and deliver value-based outcomes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Support, Engineering, and other Customer Success teams to resolve any escalations and improve the customer experience.
• Report on team performance and customer metrics, using data-driven insights to guide strategy and resource allocation.
• Support strategic accounts by participating in executive-level technical discussions and customer business reviews as needed.

What you bring to the team

• 5+ years of experience in Technical Account Management, Customer Success, or related customer-facing roles in SaaS or cybersecurity.
• 2+ years of experience managing, mentoring, and leading a customer-facing, technically oriented team.
• Strong technical acumen with the ability to understand and articulate complex solutions (cybersecurity experience preferred).
• Very strong customer service, and excellent communication and relationship-building skills, including experience engaging with executive stakeholders.
• Proficiency in tools such as Salesforce, Gainsight, and reporting platforms (Power BI or similar).
• Adaptable and willing to learn new technologies.
• A data-driven mindset with experience using metrics to improve team performance and customer outcomes.

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

• Career success on your terms

• Flexible work environment

• 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 [email protected].

How to Apply

Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!