Cybersecurity Leader Strengthens India Marketing Team
Tejeshwar (Tej) Santanam has joined Zscaler as Senior Field Marketing Manager – India, bringing extensive experience in B2B marketing, demand generation, account-based marketing (ABM), digital strategy, and pipeline growth.
The appointment of Tejeshwar Santanam Zscaler India comes as organizations increasingly invest in cloud security, Zero Trust architectures, and AI-driven cybersecurity solutions amid a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
Bringing Strong Cloud and Enterprise Technology Marketing Experience
Before joining Zscaler, Santanam spent five years with Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he held multiple marketing leadership positions focused on enterprise technology adoption and business growth.
Most recently, he served as Senior Account Based Marketing Manager for the IT and ITES business at AWS India, leading strategic ABM initiatives designed to drive customer engagement and pipeline acceleration.
Earlier, he worked as Senior Marketing Manager for Specialized Services at AWS India, supporting growth initiatives across cloud and technology services.
Proven Track Record in Demand Generation and ABM
Over the course of his career, Santanam has built expertise across demand generation, field marketing, account-based marketing, digital campaigns, customer engagement, and go-to-market strategy.
His experience includes creating high-impact marketing programs designed to strengthen brand visibility, accelerate customer acquisition, and improve business outcomes through data-driven marketing initiatives.
This experience aligns closely with Zscaler’s focus on helping enterprises accelerate secure digital transformation through cloud-native security solutions.
Leadership Experience Across Leading Technology Companies
Prior to AWS, Santanam held marketing leadership positions at Cognizant, where he served as Field Marketing Manager for Manufacturing, Logistics, Energy, and Utilities.
He also worked at Hexaware Technologies as Global Marketing Manager for Manufacturing and Consumer Verticals, helping drive global marketing initiatives and customer engagement programs.
Earlier roles at TVSi and QuScient further strengthened his experience across technology marketing, campaign management, and business development.
Supporting Zscaler’s Growth in India
As Senior Field Marketing Manager – India, Santanam is expected to lead field marketing efforts that support customer acquisition, pipeline growth, executive engagement, and market expansion initiatives.
With cybersecurity increasingly becoming a boardroom priority, organizations are investing heavily in Zero Trust security models, cloud security platforms, and secure digital transformation strategies.
The appointment of Tejeshwar Santanam Zscaler India reflects the company’s continued investment in strengthening its marketing leadership and expanding its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing cybersecurity markets.
