Senior Director, Product Management

About the role

Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) accelerates digital transformation so customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Distributed across 200+ public data centers globally and thousands of private sites at the edge, the SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange is the world's largest in-line cloud security platform.

We believe the future of work is Human + AI and are building an AI-native enterprise where human potential is amplified by machine intelligence to solve the world's hardest security challenges. Driven by deep customer obsession, we are committed to the mission, outcome, and to each other. We bring these commitments to life through three core behaviors: ownership and collaboration, trust through outcomes and impact, and a challenge culture with ongoing feedback. Ready to make an impact at the company pioneering security transformation in the AI era? Join us at Zscaler.

Role

We are looking for a Senior Director of Product Management to join our team. This is a Hybrid role, reporting to the Head of Data Security in the Core Data Security department. We built the Zscaler architecture from the ground up as a platform that could extend to new features and services.

This role sits at the confluence of Data Security, providing a massive opportunity to deliver a growing portfolio of never-before-seen capabilities in threat prevention, visibility, scalability, and business enablement. Join us to make your mark on the planning and product roadmap at the forefront of the world's cloud security leader.

What you'll do (Role Expectations)

• Develop and execute a strategic vision for Core Data Security products, driving innovation and growth to achieve $1 Billion in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR)
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with engineering, sales, and marketing teams to innovate and bring products to market successfully
• Manage and mentor a team of product managers, fostering growth and a culture of high-accountability innovation
• Incorporate customer feedback and market trends into product development to ensure alignment with business objectives and customer needs
• Provide strategic guidance to maintain technical and market leadership in Data Security by navigating the synergies between AI and Data Security use cases, building a roadmap that enables customers to securely deploy AI without risking data loss or exposure

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• Thrive in ambiguity, navigating dynamic environments comfortably and leveraging uncertainty as an opportunity to build meaningful solutions.
• Operate with a strong ownership mindset, combining a passion for the mission with high integrity and the ability to navigate seamlessly between strategic planning and hands-on execution.
• Demonstrate a proactive, problem-solving focus, tackling complex challenges head-on to deliver high-impact results.
• Foster high-trust collaboration, prioritizing collective success and engaging constructively with feedback to build strong, transparent partnerships.
• Maintain a continuous learning growth mindset, actively seeking development opportunities and feedback to enhance team performance and drive purposeful outcomes.

What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain
• 12+ years of product management experience with at least 7+ years in product leadership roles
• Proven success driving business growth within Data Security, DLP, or DSPM products
• Strong collaboration skills with engineering, sales, and marketing teams to ensure cross-functional alignment
• Demonstrated track record of developing innovative product strategies and executing on ambitious business goals

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Proven ability to leverage AI technologies and workflows to drive measurable operational efficiency
• Engineering or software development background
• Experience in developing roadmaps for complex enterprise security solutions

• #LI-CM3
• #LI-Hybrid

Pay and benefits

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 $231,000—$330,000 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.

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.