Federal Compliance Program Manager (FedRAMP, IL5 and IL6 Compliance)

Zscaler

11d•$140,000 - $200,000•Remote

About The Position

Zscaler accelerates digital transformation to ensure our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. As an AI-forward enterprise, we are constantly pushing the envelope, leveraging the world’s largest security data lake to power our cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform. This innovation protects our customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We say, impact over activity. We seek innovators who actively use AI to amplify their impact and who thrive in an environment where we leverage intelligent systems to stay ahead of evolving threats. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership, and accountability. We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want to be part of the team that’s helping to secure the AI age, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity. We are looking for an experienced Federal Compliance Program Manager to join our Technology Risk & Compliance team. Reporting to the Director of Technology Risk and Compliance, this role allows for remote work provided the individual maintains the readiness to work on-site in a Washington, DC SCIF on a frequent or as-needed basis. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining integrated Federal Compliance frameworks for FedRAMP and DoD authorization. Your work will directly influence business strategy by ensuring compliance activities are integrated into broader business processes and initiatives while supporting our mission as a global cloud security leader.

Requirements

Proven experience in assessing/developing security control implementations for cloud-native architecture, including containerization and Kubernetes networking.
This position requires an active US Government Secret, Top Secret or TS/SCI security clearance. Maintenance of this clearance is a condition of continued employment.
Conceptual knowledge of DoD RMF security controls in a classified environment. Including but not limited to SIPRNet Assessment and Authorization and IL6 provisional authorizations.
DoD RMF experience for classified environments is required. Direct experience with IL6 authorization is strongly preferred.
Experience implementing and auditing DISA STIGs/SRGS

Nice To Haves

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills tailored for both technical and non-technical audiences
Demonstrated strength in prioritizing tasks within a fast-paced, evolving environment

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain integrated Federal Compliance frameworks for FedRAMP and DoD authorization, including continuous monitoring and managing project timelines and deliverables
Collaborate and communicate Federal Compliance requirements to a wide range of stakeholders, including engineering, security, business teams, external assessors, and federal agencies
Monitor relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards while conducting compliance assessments to ensure continued adherence
Influence business strategy and decision-making through expert compliance insights and integration of compliance activities into broader initiatives