Overview
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Job Details
Location (if onsite/hybrid): Remote, EST hours
Expected duration: 07/31/2026, possible extensions
Agency Supplier bill rate: $30hr on C2C
Required skills, experience, etc.: 2+ years of experience with Zscaler administration (ZIA and ZPA), Zero Trust principles, networking
protocols, vulnerability management
Nice to have: Relevant certifications
Interview process: 2 interviews
Job Description
We are looking for a Zscaler Engineer to manage and administer Zscaler services, operate the vulnerability management program, and document configurations and handover materials to ensure smooth operations. This position will be a contract and remote.
What You ll Do
- Administer and tune the Zscaler instance, including policy configuration, user/group management, log analysis, troubleshooting, and integrations with identity providers and other security tools
- Design, implement, and maintain Zero Trust access and web security controls to meet IDC security requirements and business access needs
- Operate the vulnerability management lifecycle: schedule and run authenticated and unauthenticated scans, validate findings, prioritize risk, and track remediation to closure using established frameworks and tooling
- Triage, validate, and risk-score vulnerability findings; produce clear remediation guidance and coordinate fixes with system owners and engineering teams
- Create and deliver regular metrics, dashboards, and executive reports showing program health, patch/mitigation cadence, and trend analysis
What You'll Need
Required:
- Hands-on administration and operational experience with Zscaler (ZIA & ZPA), including policy design and log analysis
- Proven experience running enterprise vulnerability management programs, including scanning, triage, and coordination of remediation activities
- Familiarity with common vulnerability scanning platforms and workflow tools
- Strong understanding of network protocols, authentication/authorization (SAML, SSO, MFA), and Zero Trust principles
- Ability to translate technical findings into clear remediation tasks and to work cross-functionally with engineering and IT teams
- Strong written documentation and reporting skills
Preferred:
- Certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, Zscaler Certified Cloud Administrator, or equivalent
- Experience integrating Zscaler telemetry with SIEM, SOAR, or other detection tools
Physical Demands
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
- Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
- Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
Target Hire Date:
2026-01-26
Target End Date:
2026-07-31
Contract Pay Rate: