Kurt Eckert

Kurt Eckert is a seasoned technology professional with extensive experience in sales engineering and cybersecurity. Currently serving as a Staff Sales Engineer at Proofpoint since October 2018, Kurt previously held roles at Cisco as a Cybersecurity Consulting Systems Engineer and contributed significantly to ePlus sales across various security products. Prior to that, Kurt worked at Lancope, Riverbed Technology, and Cisco Systems, focusing on channel partner development and driving sales processes for multiple technology solutions. Earlier career experiences include positions at FineGround, Interwoven, Thomson Financial - PORTIA, and EDS, highlighting a strong foundation in technical sales support and systems engineering. Kurt holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics from the University of Vermont and an Associate of Science in Data Processing from Champlain College.