Zscaler - Staff Technical Program Manager - Federal AuthOps
Requirements
• You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful. • You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution. • You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact. • You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust. • You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose. • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) • 5+ years of experience in Technical Program Management or Security/Compliance Program Management driving complex cross-functional initiatives • Demonstrated experience managing federal authorization or compliance programs (e.g., FedRAMP, DoD, NIST-based assessments) and associated evidence workflows • Strong ability to operate as a “product-like” owner with expertise in roadmap definition, prioritization, and outcome-based delivery • Proven experience coordinating assessments and driving closure across technical and non-technical stakeholders • Direct experience owning or coordinating FedRAMP/DoD ATO packages, ConMon submissions, and interactions with authorizing officials • Familiarity with NIST control frameworks and experience partnering with engineering teams on compliance evidence automation • Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, or CISM • #LI-BH1#LI-Remote • #LI-BH1 • #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. • $119,000—$170,000 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 Future of Work strategy, 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
• Own the full federal authorization roadmap across impact levels (e.g., FedRAMP Moderate, High, IL2/4/5/6) and maintain authorization packages ensuring completeness, accuracy, and auditability • Coordinate end-to-end assessments and manage artifact submission timelines, review cycles, and official authorization communications • Ensure timely and accurate delivery of Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) reporting while partnering with Compliance Engineering to automate evidence collection workflows • Serve as the primary interface with authorizing officials and government stakeholders to ensure clear communication, predictable timelines, and professional stakeholder management • Establish program operating mechanisms and governance, providing clear reporting to leadership while ensuring cross-functional accountability across Product, Engineering, and GTM
Benefits
• $119,000—$170,000 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 Future of Work strategy, 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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