CISO in Residence, EMEA South

About Zscaler

Serving thousands of enterprise customers around the world including 40% of Fortune 500 companies, Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) was founded in 2007 with a mission to make the cloud a safe place to do business and a more enjoyable experience for enterprise users. As the operator of the world’s largest security cloud, Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so enterprises can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The pioneering, AI-powered Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform protects thousands of enterprise customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. 

Named a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune and others, Zscaler fosters an inclusive and supportive culture that is home to some of the brightest minds in the industry. If you thrive in an environment that is fast-paced and collaborative, and you are passionate about building and innovating for the greater good, come make your next move with Zscaler. 

Zscaler's Customer Experience and Transformation practice is a 'white-glove' service team that enables sales teams to accelerate campaigns and provides strategic positioning through expertise and C-level programs.

The CISO in Residence will contribute to our pre and post-sales engagements with corporate CISOs and their teams to understand their current challenges, share best practices, identify opportunities for Zscaler, and secure internal Zscaler resources. You will be a well-networked and leading voice within the region and you will increase expertise in these areas through speaking engagements, media appearances, and published articles.

We're looking for an experienced CISO in Residence to join our Customer Experience and Transformation practice. Remote-based and reporting to the Global Vice President, you will:

• Engage with CISOs and security executives
• Articulate Zscaler value proposition for security
• Write security architectural documents to guide customer solutions
• Collaborate with Product Management and Security Research teams to enhance Zscaler's internal and product security
• Up to 70% travel

What We're Looking for

• You will have 10+ years of experience working in and managing corporate security teams or having equivalent experience as a security leader
• You will have 10+ years of experience building corporate security strategy or transformational change encompassing people, processes and technology
• You will have technical security knowledge and you can explain and demonstrate threats and exploits

What Will Make You Stand Out

• You will exhibit proficiency and expertise in power skills including:
  • Self awareness and empathy
  • Leadership and strategy
  • Conflict resolution
  • Delegation and teamwork
  • Mentorship
  • Coaching
• You will have experience establishing communication and engagement with prospects
• You will have a history of speaking at industry conferences or events
• You will have published blogs, podcasts, white papers, books and articles

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At Zscaler, we believe that diversity drives innovation, productivity, and success. We are looking for individuals from all backgrounds and identities to join our team and contribute to our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. We are guided by these principles as we create a representative and impactful team, and a culture where everyone belongs. For more information on our commitments to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, visit the Corporate Responsibility page of our website.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

• Various health plans
• Time off plans for vacation and sick time
• Parental leave options
• Retirement options
• Education reimbursement
• In-office perks, and more!

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.