Senior Zscaler Security Engineer

Intel Corporation

. Lead and support implementation of Zero Trust security controls, primarily Zscaler and its integration with enterprise network, identity, device, application, data, and visibility capabilities .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in implementing and managing Zero Trust security controls, particularly with Zscaler technologies, while ensuring compliance with federal requirements and security architecture. Proficient in risk assessment, vulnerability management, and developing security policies for cloud and network environments.

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Zscaler AdministrationZero Trust Security ImplementationRisk Assessment and MitigationSSL/TLS InspectionFederal Security Compliance

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Hard Skills

Zscaler ZIAZscaler ZPATraffic ForwardingSandboxingURL FilteringREST APIsPythonPowerShellPolicy DesignChange Control

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationConsultative Mindset

Tools & Technologies

GitLabJiraConfluenceSIEM/SOARITSM Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Zscaler Certified Cloud Professional (ZCCP)Zscaler Certified Cloud Administrator (ZCCA)CISSPCISMCCSPAzure Security Specialty

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityNetwork SecurityFederal CompliancePublic SectorSecure Cloud Adoption

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber SecurityITSMPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support implementation of Zero Trust security controls, primarily Zscaler and its integration with enterprise network, identity, device, application, data, and visibility capabilities
Configure and integrate ZPA, ZIA, Client Connector, Cloud Firewall, Branch Connector, and related network-security controls
Conduct risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and develop proactive mitigation strategies
Review architectures, integrations, designs, and change requests for alignment with federal requirements, Zero Trust principles, and approved enterprise security architecture
Administer and optimize ZIA, ZPA, ZDX, Zidentity, Client Connector, Sandbox, SSL Inspection, Cloud Firewall, URL Filtering, and related Zscaler services
Review configurations against vendor-recommended and DHS/HQ baselines; document deviations, risks, and remediation recommendations
Design and implement policies for web access, application access, traffic forwarding, SSL/TLS inspection, sandboxing, threat protection, file handling, and user/device-based controls
Analyze rule order, policy dependencies, bypasses, exclusions, and catch-all behavior
Develop and execute phased implementation, testing, rollback, and validation plans for production changes
Troubleshoot Client Connector, authentication, traffic forwarding, application access, policy enforcement, certificates, SSL inspection, and integration issues
Align Zscaler deployments with the CISA Zero Trust Maturity Model and organizational Zero Trust strategies
Integrate Zscaler with endpoint security, vulnerability management, infrastructure monitoring, identity, SIEM/SOAR, and ITSM platforms
Integrate Zscaler with cloud storage and collaboration platforms to enforce secure data access and sharing
Document and address information security, cybersecurity architecture, and systems security engineering requirements throughout the acquisition life cycle
Participate in security reviews, identify architecture gaps, and develop security risk management plans
Advise stakeholders on security modernization, cloud migration, and risk reduction
Conduct gap analyses and develop actionable roadmaps for security capability uplift
Provide architectural guidance and mentor technical teams on Zscaler and integrated security solutions
Work with federal stakeholders, network and security teams, service desk, DHS headquarters, and technology vendors

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of cybersecurity, network-security, or Zero Trust engineering experience, including experience in federal, public-sector, or similarly regulated environments
3+ years of substantial hands-on experience administering, configuring, and troubleshooting Zscaler capabilities, particularly ZIA and ZPA
Demonstrated experience with Zscaler policy design, rule ordering, SSL/TLS Inspection, sandboxing, traffic forwarding, URL filtering, application access, certificates, and Client Connector
Experience implementing production changes through documented testing, approvals, rollback planning, validation, and change control
Experience with REST APIs and scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell
Excellent communication skills to internal and external stakeholders and ability to adjust messaging to varied audiences
Consultative mindset and ability to map solutions against client challenges
BA/BS degree or equivalent experience
Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain a US Government security clearance/public trust
Preferred: Zscaler Certified Cloud Professional (ZCCP), Zscaler Certified Cloud Administrator (ZCCA), CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Azure Security Specialty
Preferred: Experience in federal government or regulated industry environments
Preferred: Knowledge of secure cloud adoption frameworks and hybrid environment security
Preferred: Experience with GitLab or comparable source-control and CI/CD tooling
Preferred: Familiarity with Jira and Confluence for work tracking, technical documentation, and lifecycle management
Preferred: Experience creating operational dashboards, alerting workflows, runbooks, and security-response procedures