Zscaler Engineer

Job Description: Network Security Engineer (Zscaler Specialist)

Role Overview We are seeking a skilled

Network Security Engineer with a strong focus on

Zscaler technologies. In this role, you will be responsible for managing, configuring, and optimizing our secure cloud transformation and network security infrastructure. This is a

Hybrid role. Candidates must be located in or willing to relocate to one of our office hubs.

Key Information

• Total Experience: 5 to 7 years in Network Security
• Zscaler Experience: 2 to 3 years of dedicated, hands-on experience (Mandatory)
• Job Type: Hybrid
• Locations: Pune, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad
• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 days max

Key Responsibilities

• Zscaler Management: Handle the deployment, configuration, policy administration, and troubleshooting of Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA).
• Traffic Redirection & Engineering: Manage and maintain Zscaler Client Connector (ZCC) deployments, PAC files, and traffic redirection methods (GRE/IPSec tunnels).
• Security Policy Administration: Configure and monitor URL filtering, SSL inspection, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) policies.
• Network Security Operations: Support traditional network security controls including Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW), intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and secure web gateways.
• Operations & Troubleshooting: Serve as the escalation point for complex network security issues, utilizing packet capture tools (Wireshark) to diagnose connectivity and performance anomalies.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the infrastructure and network teams to ensure smooth integration of Zscaler with SD-WAN and cloud environments (AWS/Azure).

Required Skills & QualificationsZscaler Expertise (Mandatory)

• 2–3 years of direct experience with ZIA (Cloud Firewall, Sandbox, Native SSL decryption).
• 2–3 years of direct experience with ZPA (App Connectors, Access Policies, User Portals).
• Proven experience troubleshooting Zscaler Client Connector (ZCC) issues on Windows, macOS, or Linux.

Core Network Security & Networking

• Production experience with at least one major firewall platform (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point).
• Solid understanding of core routing and switching concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, BGP, OSPF, SD-WAN).
• Good grasp of standard authentication protocols (SAML, Azure AD/Entra ID, Okta) as they integrate with Zscaler.

Logistical Requirements

• Must be available to join immediately or within a 30-day notice period.

Preferred Certifications

• Zscaler Certified Cloud Administrator (ZCCA) or Zscaler Certified Cloud Professional (ZCCP).
• Certification in firewall technologies (e.g., PCNSE, NSE 4).
• CCNA/CCNP Security.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work flexibility balancing collaborative in-office days with focused remote work.
• Direct exposure to enterprise-scale cloud security migrations.
• Competitive compensation and clear technical career progression. Skills: zpa,zscaler,network security,firewall,zia,security