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Proofpoint Threat Intelligence Analyst in Sunnyvale, California
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Corporate Overview
In today’s 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’re just as passionate about finding the right people to help us in that mission. When you join Proofpoint, you’re 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 singularly devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk: their people. 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
The Threat Intelligence Analyst is responsible for driving the delivery of Proofpoint Threat Intelligence Services to customers, including preparing, coordinating, and executing briefings and reports, fielding inquiries, conducting analysis, engaging internal SMEs, and innovating to improve processes and deliverables.
Your day to day
As a Threat Intelligence Analyst, you are the face of Proofpoint’s threat research for our most security-conscious customers. You are the front-line expert on threats facing our customers and you interact directly with customers to be a resource to their security practices and threat intelligence needs. In addition to delivering our threat intelligence services to our customers, you will review data from Proofpoint’s telemetry in order to write assessments on global malware, threat actor, and technique trends. Your success is incumbent on providing customers greater visibility, context, and insight into the threats they face and suggestions on how to respond to them.
What you bring to the team
Domain knowledge in cyber security, including the ability to speak and write with authority on the broad threat landscape and in detail on email-based threats, exploits and threat actors, and incident analysis. Knowledge of other technologies such as networking, internet technologies, and web servers is required.
Very strong interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. Customer facing presentation experience is required.
Highly organized and the ability to lead through influence and coordination, as well as facilitate communication with SMEs, account teams, and other stakeholders as necessary.
Passion for working closely with customers to inform and protect them, including the ability to maintain close communication with multiple large organizations simultaneously.
Document current processes and identify areas for improvement to improve customer experience and/or team efficiency.
Ability to identify potential areas of concern for customers before or as they arise and take appropriate actions, such as proactive notification, recommending framework-based or ad hoc mitigations, and initiating additional research.
3-5 years of experience in the cybersecurity space.
Customer facing presentation experience.
Previous use and knowledge of Tableau and Splunk is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite including Excel w/pivot tables and PowerPoint is required.
Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies, systems, and subjects quickly.
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’re a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products—and 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.
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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable pay and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes flexible time off, a robust well-being program that provides for 4 global wellbeing days per year, and a 3-week work from anywhere option.
Base Pay Ranges:
SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area:
Base Pay Range: 105,420.00 - 165,660.00 USD
California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:
Base Pay Range: 88,340.00 - 138,820.00 USD
All other cities and states excluding those listed above:
Base Pay Range: 79,170.00 - 124,410.00 USD
Proofpoint has been honored with five Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams.
To view additional awards, please visit www.proofpoint.com/us/news#awards
Proofpoint thrives on the invaluable contributions of our diverse workforce, which encompasses a kaleidoscope of lived experiences, thoughts, perspectives, and professional expertise. We attribute much of our success to our people, who are at the core of our organization and embody our people-centric ethos.
We hire the most innovative minds globally to safeguard our customers’ sensitive data and intellectual property. Our talented workforce develops and leverages our advanced technology, combining their expertise to provide comprehensive protection against threat actors and mitigate the risks posed by both malicious and negligent employees.
Cyberattacks have the potential to disrupt access to vital resources such as energy, water, transportation, healthcare, and financial services. At Proofpoint, our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure world-class cyber resilience, protecting approximately 8,000 enterprise customers worldwide.
We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. We work every day to ensure that our employees feel that they are in a community that celebrates their unique identity, cultivates their sense of belonging, and invests in their professional growth. We have 9 employee-led employee inclusion groups which help support both employees and our organization by providing opportunities to network, discuss career and cultural development and uplift the corporate culture to create a more inclusive workplace.
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.
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.
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.