Zscaler Digital Transformation Engineer

Requirement:

Zscaler Digital Transformation Engineer

Remote

12+Months

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Senior Security Engineer / Infrastructure Architect to spearhead our comprehensive Security Modernization initiative. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, planning, and executing the transition to a modern, cloud-centric security architecture.

Your primary focus will be implementing Secure Internet Access (SIA) and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) via Zscaler to ensure a highly secure, seamless experience for our remote and hybrid workforce. This is a high-impact role requiring a blend of deep technical expertise, robust policy design, and meticulous change management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategy & Architecture (Deliverables-Driven)

·       Zscaler Deployment Plan: Architect and document the end-to-end deployment strategy for Zscaler SIA and ZTNA across the global enterprise.

·       Security Policy Design: Design, validate, and implement robust security policies that align with Zero Trust principles without disrupting business productivity.

·       Rollout & Migration Strategy: Develop a phased, risk-mitigated Rollout Strategy and User Migration Plan to transition employees smoothly from legacy VPNs/firewalls to the new architecture.

·       Post-Implementation Support: Establish a comprehensive support plan, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), troubleshooting guides, and knowledge transfer to the operational support team.

2. Implementation & Change Management

·       Lead user migration planning and execution, minimizing downtime and business friction.

·       Drive the Change Management process, ensuring all technical changes are thoroughly vetted, documented, and aligned with enterprise compliance standards.

·       Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Network, Identity, and Helpdesk) to ensure seamless integration with existing identity providers (IdPs) and infrastructure.

3. Training & Threat Protection

·       Continually optimize the platform to achieve Improved Threat Protection, including advanced sandboxing, SSL inspection, and data loss prevention (DLP).

·       Create and deliver clear User Communication and Training materials to educate employees on new access methods, ensuring high adoption rates and minimal support tickets.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Technical Expertise:

·       Zscaler Suite: Proven, hands-on experience designing and deploying Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) in an enterprise environment.

·       Zero Trust Architecture: Deep understanding of Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) frameworks, secure remote access methodologies, and modern threat protection.

·       Networking & Security: Strong grasp of network security protocols, SSL/TLS decryption, SAML/OIDC identity federation, firewalls, and routing architectures.

Professional Skills:

·       Change Management: Experience managing large-scale user migrations and infrastructure transformations with a structured change management approach.

·       Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex technical shifts into clear user instructions and executive updates.

·       Project Execution: Ability to own deliverables from a blank page to full operational hand-off.

Preferred Certifications:

·       Zscaler Certified Cloud Administrator (ZCCA) or Zscaler Certified Cloud Architect (ZCCA-IA / ZCCA-PA).

·       CISSP, CCIE Security, or equivalent industry-recognized security certifications.