Threat Detection Engineer

Proofpoint · Utah

mid Security Engineer ic · Posted May 18, 2026
$136,200 – $214,005
USD per year

About this role

Proofpoint is hiring a mid-level Security Engineer based in Utah. The posting calls out experience with Python, Lua, React, REST APIs. Compensation is listed at $136,200–$214,005 per year.

Role
Security Engineer
Function
security
Level
mid
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Utah
Posted
May 18, 2026

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Job description

from Proofpoint careers

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

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