Director, Growth Marketing Operations

Zscaler is a pioneer and global leader in zero trust security. The world’s largest businesses, critical infrastructure organizations, and government agencies rely on Zscaler to secure users, branches, applications, data & devices, and to accelerate digital transformation initiatives. Distributed across more than 160 data centers globally, the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform combined with advanced AI combats billions of cyber threats and policy violations every day and unlocks productivity gains for modern enterprises by reducing costs and complexity. Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. 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 champion an “AI Forward, People First” philosophy to help us accelerate and innovate, empowering our people to embrace their potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges and want to make a positive difference on a global scale, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler to help shape the future of cybersecurity. We are looking for a Director, Growth Marketing Operations to join our Marketing team. This is a hybrid role based in our San Jose office, reporting to the VP of Digital Marketing. You will lead the global strategy and execution of our growth marketing operations, overseeing a high-performing team to operationalize, execute, and measure impactful campaigns that drive business demand at scale. Role Expectations Operations & Process Ownership : Lead and accelerate Growth Marketing Operations, including designing and optimizing the campaign intake, planning, execution, and measurement processes. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with global stakeholders (web, campaigns, product, field marketing) to ensure alignment and optimal business outcomes. Program Management : Own the strategy and execution of scaled programs such as webinars, customer workshops, and email marketing. Reporting & ROI : Work with Marketing Operations (MOps) to provide leadership reports (QBRs, scorecards), translate campaign performance into business impact, and track end-to-end ROI from lead creation to pipeline. Team Leadership : Lead and mentor a regional team of growth marketing operations experts, focusing on their career development and challenges. Success Profile You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it and see ambiguity as the raw material to build something meaningful. You operate with urgency. You understand that in a high-growth environment, speed and quality are not mutually exclusive and maintain a relentless focus on execution. You are driven by innovation. You have a deep curiosity for how things work and are energized by solving complex technical challenges to accelerate transformation. You are resilient and adaptable. You view change as an opportunity and maintain composure and focus in high‑pressure situations with a steady, positive hand. You lead with integrity. You do the right thing, even when it’s hard, and hold yourself and others to a high standard of accountability and transparent action. Minimum Qualifications 10+ years of experience in B2B technology marketing with at least 7 years in senior leadership roles implementing growth marketing strategies Proven track record in operational workflows, reporting, and senior stakeholder management Deep expertise in marketing automation, database health, and analytics. Hands‑on knowledge of marketing automation tools such as Marketo and CRM platforms like Salesforce Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in intent platforms such as 6Sense and project management tools like Asana Experience using data visualization tools like Tableau to translate campaign performance into actionable business impact Demonstrated success in leading large‑scale digital transformation initiatives within a global marketing organization Base Pay Range: $168,000 - $240,000 USD At 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. Benefits Time off plans for vacation and sick time Parental leave options Retirement options In‑office perks, and more! Our 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: We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. Zscaler 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. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr