Proofpoint SME - Hybrid in Wokingham - 6 Month Initial Contract - Inside IR35

Proofpoint SME - Hybrid in Wokingham - 6 Month Initial Contract - Inside IR35 Role Overview An experienced Proofpoint Subject Matter Expert to lead the design, implementation, administration, and optimisation of Proofpoint email security solutions within a large enterprise environment. The position covers the full Proofpoint suite, spanning email threat protection, DLP, and email authentication, ensuring robust defence against phishing, malware, and advanced email-based threats. SC clearance eligibility is preferred. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary SME for the Proofpoint platform, designing, deploying, configuring, and maintaining solutions including Proofpoint Email Protection, TAP, TRAP, Email Fraud Defense, and Information Protection/DLP. Manage email security policies, spam filtering, malware protection, and threat detection rules, monitoring and responding to email-based security incidents. Configure and maintain email authentication protocols including SPF, DKIM, and DMARC, conducting threat analysis and providing recommendations to enhance email security posture. Collaborate with SOC, Security Operations, Infrastructure, and Microsoft 365 teams on security initiatives, supporting audits, compliance activities, and security reviews. Provide L3/L4 technical support, perform platform upgrades, health checks, and performance tuning, while mentoring junior security engineers and maintaining operational documentation. Top 5 Skills Proofpoint platform expertise ..... full job details .....