Proofpoint is a cybersecurity company founded in 2002 that focuses on protecting people, data, and digital interactions. Its approach centers on understanding human behavior to build smarter defenses against threats such as phishing and data breaches. The company operates across technical domains including cybersecurity, human behavior analysis, phishing defense, and cloud security.
With a team of over 5,000 people, Proofpoint has grown into a significant player in the security industry. The firm's core business model revolves around identifying and mitigating risks that arise from how individuals interact with digital systems, rather than relying solely on traditional perimeter-based defenses.
