Zscaler, Inc., a leader in cloud security, has announced the appointment of Raj Judge as Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Venture Investments. In addition to his executive role, Judge is expected to join Zscaler’s Board of Directors at the company’s next scheduled board meeting in May.

In his new position, Judge will lead Zscaler’s corporate strategy initiatives and oversee venture investment activities aimed at driving innovation and long-term growth. His responsibilities include identifying key investment opportunities and forging strategic partnerships that align with the company’s mission and objectives. Judge will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to accelerate innovation and create long-term value for Zscaler, its customers, and its stockholders.

With over 30 years of experience in law and venture capital, Judge was previously a Partner and co-chair of the emerging companies and venture capital practice at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati. His career highlights include driving strategic initiatives, identifying new market opportunities, and cultivating partnerships that resulted in substantial business growth for his clients.

Judge expressed enthusiasm about joining Zscaler during a pivotal time in its growth journey. “I am honored to join Zscaler at such a pivotal time in its growth journey,” he said. “I look forward to working with the talented team to drive strategic initiatives and investments that will position the company for continued success.”

Zscaler’s appointment of Judge underscores the company’s commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and strategic growth. By enhancing its leadership team with seasoned professionals, Zscaler aims to advance its corporate strategy and invest in new opportunities that align with its long-term vision. The company’s Zero Trust Exchange™ platform continues to protect thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. With over 150 data centers globally, Zscaler’s platform is the world’s largest in-line cloud security platform, supporting customers’ digital transformation efforts.

As Zscaler continues to expand its reach and capabilities, the addition of Raj Judge to its executive team and board is expected to play a significant role in driving the company’s strategic initiatives and long-term growth objectives.