Zscaler Security Architect for 6+ months contract - REMOTE

Title: Zscaler Security Architect Location: 100% remote Duration: 6+ months contract Interviews: MS Team Job Description: Top Skills: 1. Zscaler 2. Network Security 3. Routing & Switching Job Description/ Responsibilities: We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to design, engineer, and implement modern network infrastructures across data center, cloud, and campus environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions such as Zscaler, and a strong background in network architecture and security integration. Key Responsibilities: Design & Architecture • Develop scalable and secure network architectures for data centers, cloud platforms, and campus networks. • Ensure alignment with organizational security and compliance standards. Implementation & Integration • Lead the design and deployment of Zscaler or equivalent ZTNA solutions in collaboration with the Security team. • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, plan implementations, and conduct testing. Engineering & Maintenance • Engineer and maintain network infrastructure to support business-critical applications. • Optimize network performance and reliability through proactive monitoring and troubleshooting. Collaboration & Documentation • Work closely with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration. • Prepare detailed design documents, implementation plans, and operational procedures. Required Skills & Experience: Technical Expertise • Proven experience in designing and implementing modern network architectures. • Hands-on experience with Zscaler or other ZTNA solutions. • Strong knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, and cloud networking (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform). • Familiarity with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible preferred). Professional Experience • Minimum 7+ years in network engineering/architecture roles. • Experience in large-scale enterprise environments. Soft Skills • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to lead projects and coordinate across multiple teams. Preferred Qualifications • Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, Zscaler Certified Professional, or equivalent. • Experience with network security frameworks and compliance standards. Apply tot his job