Zscaler - Principal Sales Engineer - Public Sector

• You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action, operating with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. You navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution, adapting effortlessly to what the team and business need • You are a problem-solver. You seek out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact. • You operate with urgency. You understand that in a high-growth environment, speed and quality are not mutually exclusive. You have a relentless focus on execution and a bias for action, delivering high-impact results quickly to win for the customer and the team • You are driven by innovation. You have a deep curiosity for how things work and are energized by solving complex technical challenges. You believe in the power of technology to accelerate transformation and are always looking for a better, more secure, and scalable way • You are resilient and adaptable. You view change as an opportunity and setbacks as temporary. You maintain composure and focus in high-pressure situations, guiding yourself and your team through complexity with a steady, positive hand • Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools, with a proven history of integrating new technologies to enhance daily workflows and augment problem-solving • This position requires an active UK Government SC and / or DV security clearance. Maintenance of this clearance is a condition of continued employment • More than 12 years of technical pre-sales experience, at least 5 of which were in senior individual contributor level roles, and / or Technical leadership experience • Deep experience with all aspects of the Zscaler and peer platforms, including network security, networking technologies, AI security, identity and access management, cyber risk, and EDR/XDR • Demonstrable understanding of UK public sector security compliance frameworks, certification standards, and protective marking awareness across Central Government, Defence, and Critical National Infrastructure • Proven ability to navigate complex compliance structures, execute technically demanding PoVs with minimal overlay resources, and resolve highly complex technical edge cases within constrained timeframes • Established thought leadership within the realms of emerging security paradigms such as agentic AI security, AI guardrails, and post-quantum cryptography • An established group of technical champions across the largest companies in the UKI region • Multiple top-level industry certifications, such as Zscaler Certified Architect, CCIE, CISSP, or advanced hyperscaler/cloud certifications • #LI-LS2#LI-Remote • 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.