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Job Title: Zscaler Implementation Engineer - (Contractor/Consultant)
Location: Remote / USA
Type: Independent Contract (Contractor / Non-Employee)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: $75/hr - $85/hr 1099 or corp to corp
Travel: None
We are seeking a Zscaler Implementation Engineer to build, configure, and deploy Zscaler security solutions-including Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)-within enterprise environments. The successful candidate will lead technical implementation, integration, and support activities, ensuring secure connectivity and optimal performance of network security solutions.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
Required Skills and Qualifications
Pay Range
USD $75.00 - USD $85.00 /Hr.
Job Title: Zscaler Implementation Engineer - (Contractor/Consultant)
Location: Remote / USA
Type: Independent Contract (Contractor / Non-Employee)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: $75/hr - $85/hr 1099 or corp to corp
Travel: None
We are seeking a Zscaler Implementation Engineer to build, configure, and deploy Zscaler security solutions-including Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)-within enterprise environments. The successful candidate will lead technical implementation, integration, and support activities, ensuring secure connectivity and optimal performance of network security solutions.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Deploy, configure, and maintain Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) solutions within customer and organizational networks.
- Build and update Zscaler environments to support secure internet and private access, and perform system upgrades and enhancements as required.
- Integrate Zscaler products with identity providers (SAML, SCIM, Active Directory), existing network infrastructure, cloud services, and third-party applications.
- Develop and implement security policies, including DLP, CASB, bandwidth management, advanced threat protection, and access controls.
- Troubleshoot complex network, authentication, and connectivity problems, including HTTP/HTTPS, SSL inspection, DNS, VPN, and firewall-related issues.
- Use network diagnostic and packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark) to resolve technical issues at the protocol and system levels.
- Provide technical support and serve as an escalation point for advanced issues encountered during Zscaler deployment and operation.
- Collaborate with IT, security, and application teams to ensure seamless implementation and integration into business processes.
- Document technical solutions, including configuration guides, deployment procedures, network diagrams, runbooks, and troubleshooting steps.
- Stay current with Zscaler product updates and industry best practices for cloud-based security implementations.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience implementing and managing Zscaler security solutions (ZIA and ZPA).
- Solid understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP), OSI layers, VPN technologies, policy-based access controls, and cloud security concepts (SASE, Zero Trust).
- Experience integrating Zscaler with identity management and cloud/SaaS platforms.
- Proficiency with network troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark and packet analyzers.
- Experience with scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell) is preferred.
- Ability to write clear and detailed technical documentation and network diagrams.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
- Zscaler certifications (e.g., Zscaler Certified Professional), or industry certifications (CISSP, CCNP Security) are preferred but not required.
Pay Range
USD $75.00 - USD $85.00 /Hr.
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