Zscaler - Senior Director, CEO Communications
Requirements
• You act like an owner. You seamlessly balance high-level strategic C-suite advisory with hands-on execution to build and scale a global executive communications engine. • You act like an owner. • You champion simplicity. You excel at translating complex technical architecture into compelling, accessible narratives that resonate with enterprise leaders. • You champion simplicity. • You operate with urgency. You thrive in fast-paced environments, driving proactive thought leadership and rapid-response counter-positioning with precision. • You operate with urgency. • You are a high-trust collaborator. You build strong cross-functional partnerships across PR, Legal, IR, Product, and Executive Operations to align strategy and protect market leadership. • You are a high-trust collaborator. • You are resilient and adaptable. You navigate high-stakes moments, media scrutiny, and executive advising with sound judgment, discretion, and composure. • You are resilient and adaptable. • Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools, with a proven history of integrating new technologies to enhance daily workflows and augment problem-solving • 12–15+ years of progressive experience in executive communications, CEO communications, PR, and narrative development within enterprise tech, cybersecurity, or cloud SaaS • Proven track record directly counseling and supporting a founder/CEO of a public, multi-billion-dollar enterprise technology company • Exceptional writing, speechwriting, and ghostwriting skills with a portfolio of published op-eds, executive blogs, keynote scripts, and social content • Demonstrated track record pitching tier-1 business and financial press, securing flagship event speaking slots, and prepping executives for live TV • Proven success building executive platforms on LinkedIn and X using short-form video, commentary, and multimedia strategy • Expected travel 30% • Demonstrate a proven ability to leverage AI technologies and workflows to drive measurable operational efficiency • Background in journalism, financial or tech reporting, or political/public affairs communications • Experience steering executive visibility through transformative corporate growth, hyper-growth scaling, or major industry disruptions • Familiarity with crisis management frameworks, rapid newsroom response workflows, and a player-coach leadership mindset • #LI-SanJose #LI-DS9 #LI-Remote • 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. • $203,000—$290,000 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.
Responsibilities
• Build, operationalize, and lead an omnichannel CEO communications engine spanning earned media, marquee speaking stages, digital channels, and executive presentations • Define and evolve the CEO’s master narrative and message architecture, translating complex Zero Trust, AI, and cloud innovations into clear business value • Secure tier-1 business, financial, and tech media placements while expanding executive presence across podcasts, modern broadcast, and digital video • Architect and ghostwrite high-impact thought leadership content, including op-eds, blogs, keynotes, customer letters, and internal all-hands addresses • Establish a rapid-response operating rhythm for market scanning, competitive counter-positioning, and high-stakes issue communications
Benefits
• $203,000—$290,000 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 • 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.
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