Manager, Investor Relations & Strategic Finance

Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) accelerates digital transformation so customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Distributed across 200+ public data centers globally and thousands of private sites at the edge, the SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange is the world’s largest in-line cloud security platform. We believe the future of work is Human + AI and are building an AI-native enterprise where human potential is amplified by machine intelligence to solve the world’s hardest security challenges. Driven by deep customer obsession, we are committed to the mission, outcome, and to each other. We bring these commitments to life through three core behaviors: ownership and collaboration, trust through outcomes and impact, and a challenge culture with ongoing feedback. Ready to make an impact at the company pioneering security transformation in the AI era? Join us at Zscaler. Role We are looking for a Manager, Investor Relations & Strategic Finance to join our team. This is a Remote role, reporting to the Senior Manager, Investor Relations & Strategic Finance in the Investor Relations & Strategic Finance department. In this critical position, you will drive key investor relations projects and play a pivotal role in our quarterly earnings processes. You will also lead high-impact strategic finance initiatives that support our long-term growth, competitive positioning, and operational success. What you’ll do (Role Expectations) Support the quarterly earnings process, including the preparation of earnings press releases, call scripts, financial outlooks, Q&A documents, and accompanying work Perform financial, strategic, and competitive analyses, including industry and peer benchmarking, market/valuation trends, and ad-hoc projects to support strategic initiatives Build models and leverage data analysis to understand complex relationships, identify and synthesize key trends, and gain insight into critical metrics, drivers, and scalability Collaborate on the execution of our annual Investor Day and investor sessions at customer conferences Support high-impact corporate development and strategic finance initiatives, including M&A due diligence and long-range planning Who You Are (Success Profile) You are a relentless problem-solver who is energized by finding solutions and tackling hard challenges to deliver the greatest impact. You embody a true growth mindset, continuously seeking feedback and developing yourself to become a stronger partner and purposeful teammate. You operate with urgency and a bias for action, balancing speed and quality to rapidly deliver high-impact results. You are driven by innovation and curiosity, constantly seeking better, more scalable ways to accelerate transformation and solve complex challenges. You are highly data-driven, leveraging analytics and evidence to guide informed decisions and measure what truly matters. What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications) 5+ years of relevant experience combining Investment Banking or Sell-Side Research with in-house Investor Relations at a high-growth, public SaaS or enterprise software company Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field, coupled with a strong interest in equity market operations and stock drivers Strong financial modeling skills and advanced valuation depth, with the capability to confidently discuss valuation frameworks for M&A and due diligence Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications) Strong understanding of cybersecurity architectures, cloud infrastructure, and subscription-based financial models Foundational to advanced understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience positioning AI-driven product pipelines, as well as utilizing modern analytics tools to optimize IR workflows Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification #LI-Remote #LI-HG1 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 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. 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. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link. Pay Transparency Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.