Zscaler Engineer

Job Title Zscaler Engineer Kansas City, MO (Onsite) 6 months contract Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Zscaler Expert to lead the design, implementation, optimization, and operational support of cloud-delivered security solutions using the Zscaler platform. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Zero Trust architecture, secure web gateway technologies, SSE/SASE frameworks, identity integration, and enterprise network security transformation. This role will partner closely with cybersecurity, infrastructure, networking, cloud, identity, and endpoint engineering teams to modernize secure access capabilities and improve organizational security posture. Required Qualifications Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of cybersecurity or network security experience. 3+ years of hands-on experience implementing and administering Zscaler solutions.

Strong knowledge of:

o Zero Trust Architecture o

SASE/SSE

frameworks o Secure Web Gateway technologies o

DNS, TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS

o VPN technologies o Identity and access management o Network segmentation Experience with: o ZIA, ZPA, and ZDX administration o SSL/TLS inspection and certificate management o Cloud security architectures o Microsoft 365 and SaaS application security o Proxy technologies and traffic steering methods Familiarity with: o Azure, AWS, and/or Google Cloud o SIEM tools such as Splunk or Sentinel o Endpoint security platforms o Scripting/automation using PowerShell, Python, or APIs Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills Preferred Certifications Zscaler Certified Professional (ZCP) Zscaler Certified Architect (ZCA)

CISSP CCSP CCNP

Security GIAC certifications Microsoft Azure Security certifications