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full-timeStrategic Leader, Private Equity Relations & Engagement
Zscaler · USA - Update Location
Zscaler is a cloud security company that provides a Zero Trust Exchange platform designed to protect users, devices, and applications from cyberattacks. This strategic leadership role focuses on building and managing relationships with private equity firms to integrate Zscaler’s security solutions across their portfolio companies. The position involves acting as the primary point of contact for private equity partners, orchestrating value-based selling strategies, and structuring deals that align with specific investment theses, such as buyouts or carveouts. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading go-to-market plans, conducting quarterly business reviews, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to quantify the impact of digital transformation on EBITDA and risk mitigation. Candidates for this role should be comfortable navigating complex, ambiguous environments and possess the ability to bridge the gap between high-level strategic planning and hands-on operational execution. It is well-suited for professionals with experience in partnership management, sales strategy, or business development who can effectively communicate technical value propositions to both C-level executives and non-technical stakeholders within the private equity ecosystem.
Education
- Level: Bachelor's degree
Key Skills
About the Role Zscaler is seeking a Strategic Leader, Private Equity Relations & Engagement to build and drive strategic engagements with Private Equity partners, accelerating cyber resiliency and mitigating risk across portfolio companies using the Zscaler Zero Trust platform. Responsibilities Build and manage strategic relationships with Private Equity partners, execute joint go-to-market plans, conduct QBRs, collaborate with account teams to originate pipeline, influence sales cycles, lead commercial partnership negotiations, deal structuring, solution development, quantify savings, develop business cases, track performance metrics, mobilize internal product specialists and solution engineers to advocate technology value. Requirements Thrive in ambiguity, act like an owner, problem‑solver, high‑trust collaborator, growth mindset, strong communication and stakeholder management skills, ability to navigate high‑level strategy and hands‑on execution.
Skills for this role
Required skills
Also mentioned in the listing
| Role | Strategic Leader, Private Equity Relations & Engagement |
|---|---|
| Company | Zscaler |
| Location | Remote - New Jersey, USA; Remote - New York, USA |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-09-28 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
Typical process for this type of role
A general guide — the exact steps for this specific listing may vary; check the original posting for details.
- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
Before you apply
0/4Strategic Leader, Private Equity Relations & Engagement at Zscaler: frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for the Strategic Leader, Private Equity Relations & Engagement role at Zscaler?
- The listing asks for Bachelor's degree; freshers are welcome.
- What skills does the Strategic Leader, Private Equity Relations & Engagement role require?
- The listing highlights Zero Trust, Cybersecurity, Strategic Partnerships, Deal Structuring, Business Value Quantification. Show each of these in a project or past role on your resume.
- What is the salary for this role?
- Zscaler has not stated compensation in the listing. Check the original posting or ask during the application process.
- Is the Strategic Leader, Private Equity Relations & Engagement position remote, hybrid or onsite?
- The listing marks this role as remote, with USA - Update Location as the location.
- What is the application deadline?
- Zscaler has not listed a fixed deadline, so apply early in case the opening is filled.
- How do I apply for the Strategic Leader, Private Equity Relations & Engagement role?
- Use the Apply button on this page. It opens the original listing on job-boards.greenhouse.io, where you submit your application with the company.
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