Transformation Architect - DACH

About Zscaler

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 Transformation Architect to join our Solutions Consulting team covering Germany, Austria & Switzerland. This is a fully remote role reporting to the Senior Solution Consulting Director.

Transformation architects work at the cutting-edge of Zscaler’s platform to create a multi-year cybersecurity vision together with our largest customers. This role is strongly customer-oriented and therefore requires engagement at mid-senior to practitioner levels within organisations while rewarding individuals who relish in-depth analysis of both business imperatives and technology infrastructure. Additionally, this role encourages lateral and creative thinking to guide customers drawn across all verticals towards a more secure, simplified future while constantly evangelising the benefits of a true zero trust approach along the way.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Drive Architecture Value by demonstrating the strategic value and ROI of platform offerings
• Lead Technical Evangelism and Champion Building through community engagement, technical content, and empowering internal advocates
• Execute Discovery and Qualification to uncover deep customer needs and align them with technical solutions
• Utilize Storytelling techniques to build emotional connections and enhance the impact of sales presentations
• Maintain Market awareness and competitive knowledge to tailor sales approaches based on in-depth analysis

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• 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 never stop developing yourself, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose.
• You 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.
• You are a skilled presenter. You use storytelling, structure, and visual design to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively, improving audience understanding and retention.
• You are an Advocate. You Identify and empower customer champions to advocate for the solution & competitive differentiation inside their organization by equipping them with resources, narratives, and knowledge.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• Extensive related experience in enterprise architecture, networking, or security
• Excellent knowledge of enterprise architecture combined with advanced working knowledge of networking or security
• Strong business acumen with the ability to pivot and control conversations during meetings to achieve desired outcomes
• Proven skill in building long-term, trusted relationships with key stakeholders
• Ability to develop tailored sales approaches informed by a thorough analysis of market dynamics and competitive landscapes

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Practical background in planning, designing, and implementing digital transformation within large multinational companies as a CXO, Enterprise Architect, or consultant
• Experience in business and industry analysis, including budgets, P&L, buying centers, and mapping technical benefits to business value
• Broad technology experience covering TCP/IP protocol stack, DNS, BGP routing, SD-WAN, GRE, IPsec, Layer-7 firewalls, Web Proxies, and Data Loss Prevention

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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.

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:

• Various health plans
• Time off plans for vacation and sick time
• Parental leave options
• Retirement options
• Education reimbursement
• In-office perks, and more!

Learn more about Zscaler’s Future of Work strategy, hybrid working model, and benefits here.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

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