Remote Access Engineer – Citrix NetScaler, Zscaler Private Access

Julius Baer

. Administer, configure, and continuously improve Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway infrastructure across primary and disaster recovery environments .

Posted 10/4/2026full-timeZurich • SwitzerlandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in administering and configuring Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway, along with Zscaler Private Access technologies, to enhance secure remote access and identity management. Proficient in scripting and automation for operational tasks, with a strong focus on compliance and security in regulated environments.

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Citrix NetScaler ADCZscaler Private AccessZero Trust Network AccessPowerShell ScriptingMulti-Factor Authentication Integration

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Hard Skills

SSL-VPN ServicesAuthentication PoliciesVirtual Server ConfigurationIdentity ManagementEndpoint SecurityChange Management ProcessesTroubleshooting via GUI and CLIDevice Trust ConceptsBYOD Access ModelsOperational Tasks through REST APIs

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsDetail-OrientedProactive Problem SolvingStrong CommunicationCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

Citrix Nitro APIMicrosoft Entra IDActive DirectoryHybrid Identity EnvironmentsHealth Checks

Industry Keywords

IT SecurityInfrastructure EngineeringRegulatory ComplianceFinancial ServicesRemote Access Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCitrixPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer, configure, and continuously improve Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway infrastructure across primary and disaster recovery environments
Manage and maintain SSL-VPN and clientless access services, including virtual server configurations, authentication policies, rewrite rules, responder policies, and traffic steering
Design, implement, and maintain secure authentication and conditional access policies based on identity, device type, network location, and contextual risk
Participate in the design, implementation, and rollout of the Zscaler Private Access platform and transition toward Zero Trust Network Access architecture
Develop and maintain expertise across Citrix NetScaler Gateway and Zscaler Private Access technologies
Plan, coordinate, and execute infrastructure upgrades, security patches, policy changes, and platform enhancements under change-management processes
Provide second- and third-level engineering support, act as an escalation point for complex incidents, and participate in a shared 24/7 on-call rotation

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree or higher technical education (university of applied sciences, federal diploma) in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related discipline — or equivalent practical experience
Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in IT Security or Infrastructure Engineering, with a strong focus on secure remote access, identity management, authentication technologies, and endpoint security
In-depth expertise in Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway, including AAA policies, virtual server configuration, SSL-VPN services, high-availability deployments, authentication flows, and troubleshooting via GUI and CLI
Knowledge of Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) concepts and architectures; experience with Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) or comparable ZTNA technologies is an advantage
Practical scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, Python, or Bash, including certificate validation, health checks, log analysis, and operational tasks through REST APIs, Citrix Nitro API, or comparable interfaces
Practical experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, and hybrid identity environments
Proven experience integrating remote access platforms with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) solutions and modern identity providers
Strong understanding of endpoint compliance validation, device trust concepts, BYOD access models, and modern remote access security architectures
Experience working within financial services or other highly regulated industries, with understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements
Experience supporting and operating business-critical infrastructure platforms with focus on availability, resilience, performance, and security
Fluent written and spoken English (B2/C1)
Highly proactive, solution-oriented, analytical, detail-oriented, and able to work independently across complex technical challenges
Strong communication and collaboration skills across global teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Shared 24/7 on-call rotation for critical services
Opportunity to contribute to broader security services and expand expertise across multiple security domains