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Zortech Solutions

ProofPoint Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Chandler, AZ, Charlotte, NC Or Dallas, TX Description: 4+ years working with Email Security specific applications such as Proofpoint, SMTP, M365 Defender. Experience with Proofpoint POD or Proofpoint ...

The E Group

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Systems Administrator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

Administer the Proofpoint email security suite (TRAP, TAP, EFD, SER, POD). * Tune policies to improve detection and reduce false positives. * Respond to email security incidents in coordination with ...

Tekfortune Inc.

Cybersecurity Architect

Dallas, TX · On-site

This role requires hands-on expertise with Proofpoint (POD, TRAP, TAP, Email Security), Imperva WAF, Zscaler cloud security platform, and Cisco ISE, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Data Loss ...

Purple Hires

Cybersecurity Architect

Dallas, TX

This role requires hands-on expertise with Proofpoint (POD, TRAP, TAP, Email Security), Imperva WAF, Zscaler cloud security platform, and Cisco ISE, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Data Loss ...

Proofpoint

Security Software Engineer

Proofpoint provides cloud-based email security, e-discovery, and compliance solutions for companies to protect sensitive business data. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, USA ...

Proofpoint

Security Software Engineer

Proofpoint provides cloud-based email security, e-discovery, and compliance solutions for companies to protect sensitive business data. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, USA ...

Proofpoint

Manager, Threat Protection Services

$149.40K/yr

Proofpoint provides cloud-based email security, e-discovery, and compliance solutions for companies to protect sensitive business data. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, USA ...

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4pconsultinginc

Systems Administrator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Administer Proofpoint email security suite: * TRAP * TAP * EFD * SER * POD * Tune policies to reduce false positives and improve detection. * Coordinate incident response with security teams.

Proofpoint

Manager, Threat Protection Services

Bismarck, ND · On-site

$133.60K/yr

Proofpoint provides cloud-based email security, e-discovery, and compliance solutions for companies to protect sensitive business data. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, USA ...

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Proofpoint

Security Software Engineer

Proofpoint provides cloud-based email security, e-discovery, and compliance solutions for companies to protect sensitive business data. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, USA ...

Proofpoint

Security Software Engineer

Proofpoint provides cloud-based email security, e-discovery, and compliance solutions for companies to protect sensitive business data. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, USA ...

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How much do proofpoint email security jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for proofpoint email security in the United States is $38.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.89 and $43.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Proofpoint Email Security Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Proofpoint Email Security Specialist, you need a solid understanding of email security concepts, threat analysis, and experience with cybersecurity frameworks, often supported by relevant IT certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or vendor-specific credentials. Hands-on proficiency with the Proofpoint platform, email gateways, SIEM tools, and incident response systems is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are essential for identifying threats, protecting organizational data, and ensuring robust email security in dynamic IT environments.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working with Proofpoint Email Security, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals managing Proofpoint Email Security often encounter challenges such as staying updated with evolving phishing tactics, fine-tuning policies to minimize false positives, and ensuring seamless integration with existing IT infrastructure. Addressing these requires ongoing training, collaborating closely with IT and end users to adjust filters, and regularly reviewing threat intelligence reports. Establishing clear communication channels with stakeholders and leveraging Proofpoint’s support resources can also help ensure rapid response to new threats and system updates.

What is Proofpoint Email Security?

Proofpoint Email Security is a cloud-based solution designed to protect organizations from email-based threats such as phishing, malware, spam, and business email compromise. It works by filtering incoming and outgoing email traffic, using advanced threat intelligence and machine learning to detect and block malicious content. Proofpoint also offers tools for data loss prevention, encryption, and detailed reporting, helping companies safeguard sensitive information and comply with security regulations. Many organizations choose Proofpoint for its high detection rates and robust threat analysis capabilities.

What is the difference between Proofpoint Email Security vs Email Security Specialist?

FeatureProofpoint Email SecurityEmail Security Specialist
Primary RoleProvides email security solutions, threat detection, and preventionManages and implements email security protocols and tools
CredentialsIT/security certifications, knowledge of email security platformsCertifications in cybersecurity, email security, or related fields
Work EnvironmentSecurity teams, IT departments, cybersecurity firmsIT/security teams within organizations or consulting firms

Proofpoint Email Security focuses on deploying and managing email security solutions, while an Email Security Specialist implements and maintains these systems. Both roles require cybersecurity knowledge and certifications, but the specialist role is more hands-on with daily operations.

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Infographic showing various Proofpoint Email Security job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 3% As Needed, 73% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 19% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 20% Hybrid, and 80% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,460 per year, or $38.7 per hour.

Need Security Operations Consultant at Westborough, MA

Info-Ways

Westborough, MA

Contractor

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Hello, 

I am

Suresh from "Info-Ways" that is based out of NJ. Info-Ways
helps major clients in the United States fulfil their
technical staffing needs

Job Description

Requirement details:
Role : Security Operations Consultant
Location : Westborough, MA
Duration : Contract to Hire
BGV will be done for the selected candidates.
Please respond with your updated word resume and requested details:
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Work Authorization:
Contact Number :
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Skype ID:
Current location:
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Expected Rate/hr:
Availability:
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Feel free to contact me for any further information.
Job Description:
Activity
Incident analysis and resolution
Adding devices in the monitoring tool
Troubleshooting L2 incidents and closing incidents on the ITSM tool and updating the KB documentation.
Configuration changes as recommended by the L3 team
Log analysis and management - (move logs from log server to reduce memory consumption / resource utilization)
SNMP configuration on security devices.
Creating SOC tool User accounts
Creating user roles
Creating reports and basic dashboards
Monitoring fixing tool license Issues
Vendor coordination and Follow ups (e.g. RMA, TAC, patch upgrade)
Analyzing and reporting threats and attacks
Documentation / risk register / run book / SOP (verification)
Coordination with SME for RCA
SLA and KPI reports
Technology and Component
Checkpoint firewall (version R77.xx) :23 HA clusters
Cisco ASA 51xx series
Blue Coat Secure Web Gateway, CAS, Future = SSL-V appliance
FireEye ETP
Symantec
Tufin
SOC & Security Analysis reporting
Proofpoint
Additional Clarity
Support the security controls and analysis
Resolve incidents provided by the Symantec SaaS SOC up to an L2 experience level
Know when you need to escalate immediately and do so
Follow playbooks that sometimes require immediate actions, like the steps needed to remove a computer from the network that has a virus
Tasks include performing change controls related to the security environment. Examples are patching the security HW/SW environment, rule changes, building VPN B2B ipsec tunnels, other typical security environment changes. More examples: Bluecoat (filter web traffic on corporate networks) changes, Check Point (fire walls) changes
Using the Symantec SOC portal for analyzing the logs, user administration, security control items
Analyzing and managing logs on the security hardware
Using the Tufin cybersecurity network security reporting tool
Using the FireEye ETP tool for email security controls
Using the Proofpoint email security tool
Thanks & Best Regards
Suresh
InfoWays

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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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