Principal Specialist Sales Engineer, Data Security - SLED

We are looking for a Principal Specialist Sales Engineer for Data Security serving our customers in the SLED market. This reports directly to the Director, Specialist Sales Engineers, Data Security. In this role you’ll partner closely with sales teams to shape and win strategic opportunities. You will translate complex customer requirements into compelling solutions, lead hands-on evaluations, and guide prospects to successful outcomes.

What You’ll Do

• Create and deliver technical product presentations to prospective customers.
• Gather customer technical requirements to ensure proposed solutions align to goals and needs.
• Lead product evaluations and custom product configurations.
• Design evaluation test plans with customers and guide the process to successful outcomes.

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You act like an owner — biased for action, accountable, and able to flex from strategy to hands-on execution.
• You are a high-trust collaborator — candid, respectful, and ambitious for the team, not just yourself.
• You are driven by innovation — curious, energized by complex technical challenges, and always seeking better, more secure, scalable ways.
• You are resilient and adaptable — steady under pressure and effective through change.
• You lead with integrity — doing the right thing, holding high standards, and building trust through transparency.

What We’re Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)

• Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools, with a proven history of integrating new technologies to enhance daily workflows and augment problem-solving.
• BSCS or equivalent with extensive experience as an SE or systems integrator, 5+ years of Pre-Sales experience, including 3+ years selling security/networking solutions in direct or high-touch environments.
• Experience with data protection and web-related technologies.
• Experience in a matrix role working with the broader GTM team to promote, sell, and support the Data Security business line.
• Experience in Commercial/high velocity segment.

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with Zscaler (or competitive solutions) in the Data Protection market.
• Understanding of SaaS technologies and regulatory compliance for the geography.
• Success working in a matrix environment, teaming with a broader GTM and partner ecosystem.

Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission, bonus, equity, and benefits.

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.

Our Benefits program includes:

• 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 committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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