Senior Zscaler Engineer

BlackLake Security • Dallas, TX

10d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Zscaler Engineer to join our team and contribute to delivering exceptional security solutions for our clients. As a Senior Zscaler Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, configuration, and optimization of Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) solutions. You will work closely with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure the secure and efficient deployment of Zscaler’s cloud-delivered security services. This is a remote project-based consulting role, and NOT a full-time W2 position.

Requirements

• 5+ years of network security experience within large-scale operations, including hands-on experience with BlueCoat Proxy and Zscaler ZIA/ZPA.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with ZIA and ZPA, including deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with CASB design, architecture, and deployment (Symantec/BlueCoat, CloudSOC, etc.).
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python and Bash.
• Good knowledge of NTLM, Kerberos, and SAML is a plus.
• Hands-on expertise with proxy solutions; BlueCoat highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Data At Rest, Data In Use, and Data In Motion, including practical implementations.
• Practical knowledge of web malware, its propagation, and mitigation strategies.
• Expertise in TCP/IP and related protocols, with experience using tools like Wireshark, HTTPWatch, tcpdump, Fiddler, and similar for HTTPS & TCP/IP analysis.
• Working knowledge of Unix/Linux command-line interfaces.
• Familiarity with Palo Alto firewalls.

Nice To Haves

• Zscaler ZCCA-IA, ZCCP-IA, ZCCA-PA, ZCCP-PA certifications.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Configure, optimize, and troubleshoot ZIA and ZPA environments to ensure peak performance and security.
• Collaborate with clients to assess their security needs and develop customized Zscaler deployment strategies.
• Conduct technical workshops, training sessions, and knowledge transfer for client teams.
• Integrate Zscaler solutions with existing security tools, infrastructure, and frameworks.
• Provide advanced-level troubleshooting and support for Zscaler-related issues, including root cause analysis and resolution.
• Research and deploy Shadow IT/Unsanctioned Application products.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design diagrams, configuration guides, and operational runbooks.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed