Senior Director, Scaled Partner Sales

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2 Locations
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233K-291K Annually
Senior level
Cloud • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
Experience secure digital transformation.
The Role
Leads Zscaler’s scaled partner sales organization, owning revenue strategy, quota, pipeline, forecasting, and commercial performance across low- and no-touch sales, MSSPs, MSPs, distributors, and cloud aggregators. Builds repeatable partner-led and digitally assisted sales motions, recruits and activates partners, drives recurring revenue and customer expansion, and aligns Sales, Marketing, Enablement, Product, Finance, and Operations. Uses analytics, automation, and AI to improve partner productivity, conversion, sales efficiency, and cost to serve.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Director, Scaled Partner Sales to join our Global Channels and Alliances team . Reporting to the SVP of Global Channels, you will own the commercial strategy, execution, and revenue quota for Zscaler’s low- and no-touch sales, Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP), distribution, and aggregator businesses.

You will build productive partner relationships and repeatable sales motions that drive customer acquisition, expansion, and recurring revenue while improving overall sales efficiency. We are looking for a driven, builder-focused leader who can pioneer these motions from initiation through to scale.

What You'll Do (Role Expectations)
  • Own Revenue & Commercial Performance: Carry an annual quota with quarterly targets for the assigned portfolio. Lead business planning, pipeline generation, forecasting, and performance management across new customers, expansion, and renewals. Establish clear account coverage, revenue attribution, and aligned strategic engagement plans with regional Sales leaders.

  • Scale Low- & No-Touch Sales: Build repeatable partner-led, digitally assisted, and self-service sales motions for approved customer segments and offers. Define commercial requirements for simpler buying and activation, increasing conversion and transaction volume while reducing manual intervention, sales cycle time, and cost to serve.

  • Grow the MSSP & MSP Business: Recruit, activate, and expand managed security service providers (MSSPs) and managed service providers (MSPs) with the capacity to acquire and serve customers. Develop joint business plans and managed service sales plays that drive paying customer deployments, subscription or consumption growth, retention, and expansion.

  • Lead Distribution & Aggregator Growth Strategy: Own the growth strategy for our focus distributors and cloud aggregators, providing a repeatable growth platform for our in-region distribution and cloud aggregator teams to translate partner reach into qualified pipeline, customer wins, and recurring revenue.

  • Lead Commercial Execution & Cross-Functional Alignment: Lead assigned sales resources and align regional Sales, Marketing, and Enablement on partner activation. Work with Global Partner Programs and technical teams on program requirements, technical requirements, policies, and incentives. Drive resolution of provisioning, billing, and renewal barriers with accountable functional owners while protecting approved pricing and partner economics.

What We're Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)
  • 12+ years of experience in enterprise software, cloud, or cybersecurity sales, including at least five years leading a quota-carrying partner business or sales team.

  • Proven success meeting or exceeding revenue targets and building predictable pipeline, accurate forecasts, and recurring revenue through indirect routes to market.

  • Substantial commercial experience with distributors and MSP/MSSP ecosystems, including executive partner relationships, joint business planning, and downstream partner activation.

  • Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to leverage partner data analytics tools (such as Crossbeam, Salesforce, etc.) to reinforce a strategic, data-driven approach.

  • Deep understanding of low- and no-touch sales motions, including subscription and consumption economics, partner profitability, and the overall customer lifecycle.

  • Natural leadership skills with the commercial judgment and executive influence required to drive cross-functional decisions across Sales, Partner Programs, Product, Finance, and Operations.

  • Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools, with a proven history of integrating new technologies to enhance daily workflows and augment problem-solving
What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Direct experience establishing or scaling MSSP aggregator or comparable cloud aggregator and marketplace relationships, including activating downstream MSPs.

  • A track record of pioneering cybersecurity or cloud security business growth through managed services, distribution, or digital sales channels across multiple global regions.

  • A "builder" mindset—while MSSP and distribution motions exist at scale here at Zscaler, we want a candidate who thrives on taking embryonic programs and scaling them into mature revenue operations.

  • A proven history of improving partner productivity and sales efficiency through automation, repeatable sales plays, and data-driven management of conversion, time to revenue, and cost to serve.

  • Demonstrate a proven ability to leverage AI technologies and workflows to drive measurable operational efficiency.

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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
$232,800—$291,000 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!

Learn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here.

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.

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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.

Skills Required

  • 12+ years of experience in enterprise software, cloud, or cybersecurity sales
  • At least 5 years leading a quota-carrying partner business or sales team
  • Proven success meeting or exceeding revenue targets and building predictable pipeline, accurate forecasts, and recurring revenue through indirect routes to market
  • Substantial commercial experience with distributors and MSP/MSSP ecosystems, including executive partner relationships, joint business planning, and downstream partner activation
  • Strong analytical capabilities using partner data analytics tools such as Crossbeam and Salesforce
  • Deep understanding of low- and no-touch sales motions, subscription and consumption economics, partner profitability, and the customer lifecycle
  • Leadership skills, commercial judgment, and executive influence across Sales, Partner Programs, Product, Finance, and Operations
  • Curiosity and active exploration of AI tools, with experience integrating new technologies into workflows
  • Experience establishing or scaling MSSP aggregator, cloud aggregator, or marketplace relationships and activating downstream MSPs
  • Experience growing cybersecurity or cloud security businesses through managed services, distribution, or digital sales channels across multiple global regions
  • Builder mindset with experience scaling embryonic programs into mature revenue operations
  • History of improving partner productivity and sales efficiency through automation, repeatable sales plays, and data-driven management
  • Proven ability to leverage AI technologies and workflows to drive measurable operational efficiency

What the Team is Saying

Zscaler Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength — Health, dental and vision plans through major carriers, alongside mental-health services, virtual care, and fertility resources, create broad coverage. Feedback suggests coverage breadth and provider choice are seen as strong points.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental bonding leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, plus additional disability leave and a phased return option, signals meaningful family support. Feedback suggests these policies contribute to a family-friendly package.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — An ESPP with at least a 15% discount and RSUs for eligible roles add wealth-building potential beyond base pay. Feedback suggests stock programs are a notable strength of the total rewards mix.

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HQ: San Jose, CA
8,697 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. Our cloud native Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Why Work With Us

Our impact comes from how we work—every day, in every decision, as one team. Our values and leadership principles are more than words; they're our operating system. They fuel a culture of execution where trust, transparency, and accountability help us deliver meaningful results for our customers, colleagues, and our company. www.zscaler.com/culture

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