Account Executive, Commercial - Chicago

Zscaler

About The Position

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. We are looking for an Account Executive based in Chicago to join our Sales and Go-to-Market team, reporting to the Regional Director. The Zscaler Sales and Go-to-Market team is a global group of professionals passionate about driving a secure, cloud-enabled digital future. You will demonstrate the power and agility of Zscaler cloud transformation to the world while cementing our position as the global leader in cloud security.

Requirements

2+ years of full-cycle sales experience within the software or security industry
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Progressive selling experience engaging with accounts

Nice To Haves

Established relationships with current and prospective customers with a deep understanding of how technology facilitates high-level business goals
Proficiency in strategic sales planning with a proven track record of closing net new logos
Experience meeting or exceeding sales targets through the effective use of channel partnerships

Responsibilities

Build relationships with important internal and customer stakeholders, including c-suite decision-makers
Create a long-term account strategy aligned with customer goals
Collaborate with our teams to meet customer needs and contribute to account planning
Be a trusted advisor, understanding client businesses and aligning Zscaler solutions with their goals