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Head of Government Affairs, India

  • Company

    Zscaler

  • Location

    Delhi, India

  • Employment Type

    Full-Time

  • Functional Category

    Programme Management & Implementation

  • Experience

    15 - 16 years

About Zscaler

Zscaler empowers enterprises to modernize security, streamline operations and help transform business through its innovative approach to cybersecurity. The Zero Trust Exchange platform, strengthened by AI, safeguards thousands of customers against cyber threats and data breaches by securely connecting users, devices, and applications from any location. With over 500 billion transactions processed daily, Zscaler operates the largest in-line cloud security platform, preventing more than 9 billion security incidents and policy violations each day. Transform your business with Zscaler’s cutting-edge approach to cybersecurity. Stay Connected: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zscaler Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/zscaler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Zscaler/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zscalerinc/

Overview of the Role

The Head of Government Affairs, India will lead Zscaler’s public policy strategy and government engagement across India. The focus will be on fostering partnerships with government bodies and critical stakeholders to advance Zscaler’s mission of driving cybersecurity adoption, digital sovereignty, and regulatory compliance. This role will ensure alignment between Zscaler’s objectives and India’s public sector ecosystem while supporting business, product, and compliance initiatives.

Job Description

• Defining and implementing Zscaler’s government policy agenda and advocacy strategy to support its cybersecurity, regulatory, and market-driven priorities in India
• Representing Zscaler in engagements with senior government officials, regulatory bodies, academia, industry leaders, trade associations, and other influential stakeholders
• Building and maintaining high-impact partnerships that advance Zscaler’s reputation, including collaborations on digital sovereignty, Zero Trust, and AI-powered cybersecurity initiatives
• Collaborating with internal teams (sales, compliance, product, and communications) to align business goals with regulatory frameworks and help shape Zscaler’s market strategy in India
• Overseeing strategic communication efforts to enhance Zscaler’s brand positioning, including coordinating executive engagements, industry representations, and external media interactions

Required & Preferred Qualifications

Skill

Proven ability to influence public policy and regulatory initiatives in technology/digital industries
Outstanding communication and leadership skills, with experience representing organizations at senior forums or public engagements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Economics, Law, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)

Experience

• 15+ years of professional experience in government, international organizations, trade associations, or corporate/government affairs roles • Deep knowledge and experience with India’s government and regulatory processes at a federal and state level