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Zscaler is a cloud-native cybersecurity company driving Zero Trust connectivity and rapid digital transformation. The Higher Education Sales Engineer will partner with field sales to architect technical solutions, run proofs of value, and act as the technical expert for large and complex education accounts across the eastern U.S. This role requires strong network security knowledge, customer-facing technical skills, and the ability to translate complex requirements into clear, executable solutions.

Skills

  • 4–6+ years as a Sales Engineer or systems integrator supporting enterprise accounts
  • Strong knowledge of network security technologies and architectures
  • Experience designing and executing Proofs of Value and pilot deployments
  • Excellent customer-facing communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into simple, actionable plans
  • Familiarity with cloud-native security, Zero Trust principles, and enterprise networking

Responsibilities

  • Own and oversee the technical sales process from discovery through handoff
  • Plan, run and manage Proofs of Value (PoVs) end-to-end as the technical and industry authority
  • Architect, design, and present technical solutions that address customer pain points
  • Deliver technical demonstrations and product walkthroughs tailored to customer environments
  • Collaborate closely with field sales, product, and support teams to ensure successful deployments
  • Develop technical proposals, reference architectures, and implementation plans
  • Provide feedback to product and engineering teams based on customer requirements and trends

Education

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Relevant industry certifications are a plus (e.g., CCNP, JNCIP, PCNSA, CISSP, CCSP)
  • Demonstrated continuous learning in security and networking technologies

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary (range listed) plus potential commission/bonus/equity depending on role
  • Comprehensive health plans and parental leave options
  • Paid time off and sick leave programs
  • Retirement savings options
  • Tuition/education reimbursement and professional development support
  • Hybrid/flexible work policies and in-office perks where applicable
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April 7, 2026
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