Zscaler
Technology
PartnerSalesDirector,GSI
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“Partner Sales Director, GSI at Zscaler. Skills: Technical depth, Commercial acumen, Strategic expansion, Business development, Global alliances. Drive commercial sales strategy. Drive Go-to-Market approach”
What You'll Achieve.
Expand platform within GSI ecosystem; Wrap services around Zscaler; Ensure Zscaler is security anchor; Structure multi-year outsourcing deals; Structure multi-tower outsourcing deals; Align technical criteria with commercial milestones; Influence Zscaler platform roadmap
Industry & Context.
Ambiguity architect; Build structured business cases; Build sales frameworks
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years experience in technical sales, 10+ years experience in business development, 10+ years experience in consulting, Proven expertise in business development, Proven expertise in global alliances, Proven expertise in executing strategic initiatives, Demonstrated track record structuring complex commercial deals, Demonstrated track record structuring consumption-based models, Demonstrated track record structuring managed services pricing
Nice to Have
Solid understanding of Cloud, Solid understanding of Security, Solid understanding of SASE, Solid understanding of Zero Trust, Solid understanding of cybersecurity landscape, Exceptional presentation skills, Proven ability to influence stakeholders, Technical degree in Computer Science, Technical degree in Engineering, MBA or commercial certification
What You'll Do.
Drive commercial sales strategy
Drive Go-to-Market approach
Lead engagement cycle with GSI partners
Translate technical capabilities into business outcomes
Translate technical capabilities into ROI models
Translate technical capabilities into managed services pricing
Structure complex proposals
Integrate Zscaler into reference architectures
Oversee technical Proof of Value process
Align technical success criteria
Enable internal GSI teams
Serve as voice of partner
Synthesize field feedback
Influence platform roadmap
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
GSI ecosystem; Technical architects; Commercial sales teams; Internal GSI teams; Global System Integrator
Communication Scope
Executive presentations; Business case; Value proposition
Full Job Description
About Zscaler Zscaler accelerates digital transformation to ensure our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. As an AI-forward enterprise, we are constantly pushing the envelope, leveraging the world’s largest security data lake to power our cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform. This innovation protects our customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We say, impact over activity. We seek innovators who actively use AI to amplify their impact and who thrive in an environment where we leverage intelligent systems to stay ahead of evolving threats. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership, and accountability. We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want to be part of the team that’s helping to secure the AI age, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity. Role We are looking for a Partner Sales Director, GSI to join our WW Alliances & Channels department. This role is a hybrid position based in Bangalore, reporting directly to the Sr. Director, Alliance Partners. Zscaler is looking for a Partner Business Manager to lead the strategic expansion of our platform within our Global System Integrator (GSI) ecosystem. This is a high-impact, "builder" role that requires a unique blend of technical depth, commercial acumen, and the ability to influence large, complex organizations. You will be responsible for architecting the
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