Full-Time

Director – Technology Alliances

Posted on 11/16/2024

Zscaler

Zscaler

5,001-10,000 employees

Cloud-based cybersecurity and secure gateway services

Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$175k - $250kAnnually

Senior

San Jose, CA, USA

Requires in-office presence in San Jose, CA for 2-3 days per week.

Category
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Product Management
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree required in Computer Science or related discipline. If an undergraduate degree is not technical, an MBA is required.
  • 8+ years demonstrated experience in strategic BD, technology alliances, product management/marketing, technical/solution marketing or technical sales enablement role at Software or SaaS technology provider.
  • 5+ years of experience managing technology alliances and partner ecosystem, with joint GTM execution impact at scale through sell-with models.
Responsibilities
  • Co-own a set of partnerships; build unique technical integrations, marketing and GTM projects that bring value for joint customers and source new customer engagements.
  • Work with Product and Solution Architecture teams to identify product integration opportunities that address new customer use cases and build business cases to prioritize.
  • Understand the partners' goals, go-to-market approach, and channel and use this insight to build partnership strategy focused on new sales and customer engagements.

Zscaler provides cloud-based information security services, focusing on internet, web, and cloud security. Its platform functions as a secure gateway that inspects all internet traffic between users and applications, ensuring that potential threats are identified and stopped before they can access a client's network. This service is particularly aimed at large enterprises and government organizations that are transitioning to cloud and mobile-first strategies. Unlike many competitors, Zscaler operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to select different levels of security based on their specific needs. The company also has a partner program that enhances its market presence by offering training and resources to partners, which helps in expanding its reach. The main goal of Zscaler is to provide effective security solutions that support the digital transformation of its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$148.8M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2008

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

40%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic partnerships with Nvidia and Google enhance Zscaler's technological capabilities and market positioning.
  • The subscription-based model ensures a steady and predictable revenue stream, supporting long-term financial stability.
  • Recent investments and potential acquisition interest from Broadcom highlight Zscaler's strong market value and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the cybersecurity market is intense, with rivals like Netskope and Palo Alto Networks posing significant threats.
  • Dependence on large enterprise and government clients may expose Zscaler to market fluctuations and budget cuts in these sectors.

What makes Zscaler unique

  • Zscaler's cloud-native security platform offers a seamless and scalable solution for enterprises and government organizations, unlike traditional on-premise security solutions.
  • The company's strong partner program, Zscaler Summit Partner Program, enhances market reach and sales efforts through training, certification, and dedicated resources.
  • Collaborations with tech giants like Nvidia and Google to integrate advanced AI and zero-trust architectures further distinguish Zscaler from its competitors.

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Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Supportive parental & family leave

On-demand learning & development

Company-sponsored volunteering

Global tuition assistance program

Guilt-free paid time off