Principal Product Manager, ZIA

Zscaler · San Jose, California, USA

  • Senior
  • Full-time
  • $171,500 – $245,000
  • Posted 2026-07-27
  • Confirmed live on 25 September 2026

Apply at Zscaler

Job description

Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) accelerates digital transformation so customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™️ platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Distributed across 160+ public exchanges globally and thousands of private exchanges at the edge, the SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange is the world’s largest in-line cloud security platform.

We believe the future of work is Human + AI and are building an AI-native enterprise where human potential is amplified by machine intelligence to solve the world’s hardest security challenges. Driven by deep customer obsession, we are committed to the mission, outcome, and to each other. We bring these commitments to life through three core behaviors: ownership and collaboration, trust through outcomes and impact, and a challenge culture with ongoing feedback. Ready to make an impact at the company pioneering security transformation in the AI era? Join us at Zscaler.

Role

We are looking for a Principal Product Manager to join our team. This is a Hybrid role, reporting to the VP, Product Management in the Product Management department. At Zscaler, we are on a mission to make the internet safe for every user, anywhere. In this role, you will lead endpoint security, sandboxing, and anti-malware initiatives, shaping the strategic direction of our cybersecurity products and making a lasting impact on our global customer base.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

•
Define and drive Zscaler Internet Access(ZIA) offering including TLS inspection, Post-Quantum Cryptography, PKI, Cryptography standards, and key Secure Web Gateway and Proxy product roadmap in alignment with company objectives and customer needs

•
Work closely with engineering, sales, marketing, and customer success teams to bring products to market and ensure their success

•
Engage directly with customers to understand their challenges, gather product feedback, and identify new opportunities

•
Manage the entire product lifecycle from ideation to end-of-life, ensuring that products meet and exceed customer expectations

•
Act as the internal subject matter expert, providing training and support to sales and cross-functional teams

Who You Are (Success Profile)

•
Thrive in ambiguity, comfortably building the path as you walk it and viewing dynamic environments as opportunities to construct meaningful solutions.

•
Operate with a strong ownership mindset, combining a passion for the mission with high integrity and the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.

•
Demonstrate a proactive problem-solving focus, eagerly running toward challenges and remaining laser-focused on delivering high-impact outcomes.

•
Build high-trust collaboration, prioritizing team success, welcoming constructive feedback, and practicing clear and respectful candor to establish strong partnerships.

•
Maintain a continuous growth mindset, actively seeking feedback and development to grow as a partner, teammate, and purpose-driven leader.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

•
Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain

•
Proven track record in product management with a strong focus on cybersecurity solutions

•
Technical proficiency with Proxy Architecture, SWG, HTTP/S, and SSL/TLS inspection at scale

•
Deep understanding of federal infrastructure requirements such as IPv6 connectivity, PKI, and Cryptography

•
Expertise in securing network communications, specifically utilizing TLS, QUIC, and advanced cipher suites to protect data in transit

•
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

•
Proven ability to leverage AI technologies and workflows to drive measurable operational efficiency

•
Experience leveraging AI/ML models to enhance automated malware detection, threat intelligence, or real-time security analytics

•
Direct familiarity with cloud-based security solutions, specifically Zscaler's architecture and offerings

•
Master’s degree or MBA in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

#LI-CM3

#LI-Hybrid
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.

Base Pay Range
$171,500—$245,000 USD

At Zscaler, we are committed to bui

Interview problems reported for Zscaler

Reported by candidates and public write-ups, not by Zscaler. Practise each one here:

More at Zscaler

More like this

All open software jobs