Account Executive - Enterprise, Ohio

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. About the Role We are looking for an Account Executive to join our Sales and Go-to-Market team. This role is based in the greater Ohio area, reporting to the Regional Director. You will be part of a global group of professionals passionate about delighting our customers, nurturing trusted partnerships, and sharing expertise to drive a secure, cloud-enabled digital future. By demonstrating the power and agility of cloud transformation, you will help cement our position as the world leader in cloud security. What you’ll do (Role Expectations) - 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 internal teams to meet customer needs and contribute to comprehensive account planning - Act as a trusted advisor by understanding client businesses and aligning technical solutions with their strategic goals Who You Are (Success Profile) - 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. What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications) - 10+ years of full-cycle sales experience within the software or security industry - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience - Progressive selling experience engaging with enterprise accounts and selling at the C-Level - Residency in or willingness to commute within the greater Ohio area What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications) - Established relationships with current and prospective customers and 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 while leveraging channel partnerships 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 $120,000—$170,000 USD At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the c

Minimum Qualifications: 10+ years of full-cycle sales experience within the software or security industry; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience; Progressive selling experience engaging with enterprise accounts and selling at the C-Level; Residency in or willingness to commute within the greater Ohio area.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations): 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 internal teams to meet customer needs and contribute to comprehensive account planning; Act as a trusted advisor by understanding client businesses and aligning technical solutions with their strategic goals.