Job Description

About ZscalerServing thousands of enterprise customers around the world including 40% 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 Exchangexe2x84xa2 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.We are looking for an experienced Director of Security Operations to lead our team. You will drive efforts to improve security in vulnerability management, cloud security, and container runtime security. Working with cross-functional teams, you will ensure effective processes to identify and address risks. This role is a key opportunity to shape and implement strategies that protect the integrity and resilience of our systems and platforms.This role will be reporting to the VP, Cyber Risk & Governance and you'll be responsible for:

• Developing, implementing, and improving a comprehensive program to identify, assess, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities across infrastructure, applications, and systems
• Oversee and improve cloud security by addressing CSPM misconfigurations and ensuring compliance with best practices
• Develop and implement robust container runtime security strategies, focusing on monitoring, threat detection, and mitigation within containerized environments
• Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and IT teams to establish security standards while balancing operational efficiency
• Coordinate and manage response efforts for vulnerability exploitation or emerging threats. Ensure incidents are contained, mitigated, and remediated while improving response strategies and capabilities

What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• 10+ years of experience in information security and security operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role
• Deep expertise in vulnerability management, including scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys) and vulnerability triage processes
• Strong knowledge of public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and expertise in addressing misconfigurations and implementing CSPM tools (e.g., Wiz, Crowdstrike)
• Proficiency with containerization platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker) and container runtime security solutions (e.g., Aqua, Wiz, Prisma Cloud)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills to drive collaboration across teams and resolve complex security issues

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• A master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, along with certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC, is preferred
• Hands-on experience in incident response and leading security incident management, with expertise in application security tools like SAST, SCA, DAST, RASP, and IAST
• Broad experience in security operations across network, system, data, defensive security, and CSIRT

#LI-Hybrid#LI-RM6At Zscaler, we believe that diversity drives innovation, productivity, and success. We are looking for individuals from all backgrounds and identities to join our team and contribute to our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. We are guided by these principles as we create a representative and impactful team, and a culture where everyone belongs. For more information on our commitments to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, visit the of our website.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 proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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 characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.See more information by clicking on the link.Pay TransparencyZscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. For additional information about the federal requirements, .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.

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