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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 200+ public data centers globally and thousands of private sites at the edge, the SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange is the world’s largest in-line cloud security platform.\nWe 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.\nRole \nWe are looking for a Senior Project Manager, Professional Services Public Sector to join our team. This is a US Based Remote (US Citizen required) role reporting to the Senior Manager, Professional Services Public Sector in the Professional Services Public Sector department. In this role, you will lead high-impact SLED and Federal customer deployments of the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform from kickoff through project closure, acting as the primary trusted advisor and orchestrating cross-functional technical teams to deliver seamless, secure business outcomes.\nWhat you’ll do (Role Expectations)\nTake full accountability for the end-to-end delivery lifecycle of concurrent, complex customer deployments, covering planning, execution, governance, risk management, and formal project sign-off\nLead multiple concurrent customer engagements spanning Zero Trust deployments, legacy security tool migrations, architecture assessments, and ongoing optimization programs\nDefine, track, and report on deployment success criteria, metrics, milestones, and timelines to ensure projects stay on schedule, within scope, and aligned to business outcomes\nDevelop and maintain rigorous project documentation, including project plans, rollout schedules, risk and issue logs, meeting minutes, and executive status reports tailored to diverse stakeholder audiences\nPartner closely with internal specialists and customer stakeholders to proactively identify roadblocks and resolve escalations to ensure forward momentum\nWho You Are (Success Profile)\nYou are customer-obsessed. You build deep empathy for the customer, both internal and external, and anchor your decisions in solving their real-world problems. You champion their needs from start to finish, knowing their success is our success.\nYou 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.\nYou lead with integrity. You do the right thing, even when it’s hard. You hold yourself and others to a high standard of accountability and build trust by matching your words with consistent, transparent action.\nYou are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team's collective success, embracing clear communication, constructive candor, and bidirectional feedback to build lasting trust.\nYou are a learner. You bring a dedicated growth mindset, continuously developing yourself and expanding your technical and domain expertise to sharpen your delivery craft.\nWhat We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)\nU.S. citizenship is required for this position due to the nature of the assigned customer base\nDemonstrated experience navigating State, Local, Education, or Federal domains with in-depth knowledge of their operational complexities and unique challenges\nTrack record of formal project or program management experience delivering customer-facing technical solutions within a professional services, consulting, or enterprise SaaS deployment environment\nActive Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or equivalent recognized project management certification\nPractical understanding of foundational networking and security concepts, including firewalls, proxies, secure web gateways (SWG), and VPN architectures\nFoundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain\nWhat Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)\nDirect experience managing large-scale deployments of Zero Trust architecture, SASE, or enterprise cloud security platforms (e.g., ZIA, ZPA, ZDX)\nHands-on proficiency with Professional Services Automation (PSA) and work management platforms such as Salesforce, Jira, Confluence, and Smartsheet along with comfort and experience using generative AI tools to streamline research, data analysis, and work flows\nActive or recent (within the last 10 years) DoD/DoW security clearance (SECRET or TS)\n#LI-NH1 #LI-Remote\nZscaler’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.\nThe base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits.\nBase Pay Range\n$108,500—$155,000 USD\nAt 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.\nOur 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:\nVarious health plans\nTime off plans for vacation and sick time\nParental leave options\nRetirement options\nEducation reimbursement\nIn-office perks, and more!\nLearn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here.\nBy applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.\nZscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. 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