Program Manager, FedRAMP & IL​/ILCompliance Security Clearance

Position: Program Manager, FedRAMP & IL5/IL6 Compliance with Security Clearance
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. Role We are looking for an experienced Program Manager, Federal Compliance Programs to join our Technology Risk & Compliance team.

This role offers the flexibility to work remotely within the United States, with a preference for candidates near our San Jose, CA office for a hybrid schedule, reporting to the Director Technology Risk and Compliance You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining integrated GRC frameworks for FedRAMP and DoD authorization. Your work will directly influence business strategy by ensuring compliance activities are integrated into broader business processes and initiatives while supporting our mission as a global cloud security leader.

What you'll do (Role Expectations)
* Design, implement, and maintain integrated GRC frameworks for FedRAMP and DoD authorization, including continuous monitoring and managing project timelines and deliverables
* Collaborate and communicate GRC requirements to a wide range of stakeholders, including engineering, security, business teams, external assessors, and federal agencies
* Monitor relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards while conducting compliance assessments to ensure continued adherence
* Influence business strategy and decision-making through expert compliance insights and integration of compliance activities into broader initiatives Who You Are (Success Profile)
* You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful.
* You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
* You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.
* 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 are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose. What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)
* 10+ years of experience in managing FedRAMP, DoD IL5, and DoD IL6 compliance programs from start to finish
* U.S. citizenship with an active U.S. Secret or Top Secret/SCI security clearance
* Proven expertise in assessing containerized applications, Kubernetes environments, and AI/ML technology
* Experience working with FedRAMP 20x compliance and processes
* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology (e.g., CIS, CS) or a relevant field and certifications such as CISSP What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills tailored for both technical and non-technical audiences
* Demonstrated strength in prioritizing tasks within a fast-paced, evolving environment #LI-JM1 #LI-Remote Zscaler's salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of…