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Field CTO - FED Civilian

Zscaler, Inc.
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, D.C.
Jul 23, 2025
About Zscaler Serving thousands of enterprise customers around the world including 45% 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, which is found in our SASE and SSE offerings, 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. The Zscaler Sales and Go-to-Market team is a global group of professionals who are passionate about delighting our customers, nurturing trusted partnerships, and sharing their expertise to drive a secure, cloud-enabled digital future and further cement our position as the world leader in cloud security. Sales, Customer Success, Sales Enablement, Solution Architects, Business Development, Transformation, and Technology Partnerships all work together to demonstrate the power and agility of Zscaler cloud transformation to the world. We're looking for an experienced FED Civilian CTO to join our team. Reporting to the Public Sector CTO, you'll manage the following: You will be Zscaler's technical and AI Governance executive sponsor with the largest Civilian Agencies and make technology decisions on behalf of the organization You will provide technical leadership and serve a necessary role within the Civilian GTM team in a customer-facing capacity You will oversee all technology, technological resources and establish the technology vision, strategies, and growth plans. For this role, we are looking for expertise supporting a growth strategy by expanding existing customer relationships, acquiring new logos, developing new business opportunities, and cultivating partner relationships You will conduct research to remain up-to-date and knowledgeable regarding industry trends and latest technologies in anticipation of new and system alterations and analyze and improve technology standards across the organization What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications) The ideal candidate will have 3 years of experience in AI and AI Governance at US Federal Government agencies. The candidate needs to be proficient in network and cybersecurity infrastructure as well as in using, deploying or supporting Zscaler suite of products. Public speaking experience- in public or private setting 10 years experience in leadership roles demonstrating expertise in technology improvement and development within FED CIV BS or BA degree required Must be expert in supporting GTM teams within the FED CIV community What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications) You will have financial acumen, successes leading complex contractual relationships and excellent understanding of customer behavior You will have expertise delivering customer-centric tools adding value to the end-users while also anticipating internal operational needs and deliver tools that result in value-added services to our organization This role is remote friendly #LI-Remote #LI-LB1 Zscaler's salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits. Base Pay Range $224,000 — $320,000 USD At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. 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 committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered 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 characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link. Pay Transparency Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. 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.