Zero Trust Security Engineer

Zero Trust Security Engineer Zscaler Eindhoven Netherlands (Onsite)

Location: Eindhoven Netherlands
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Start Date: ASAP
Work Model: Complete Onsite
Experience Required: 68 Years

We are seeking an experienced Zero Trust Security Engineer with strong expertise in Zscaler Cloud Security Services to support the design implementation and evolution of a modern Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) environment. This role will focus on engineering secure access solutions driving modernization initiatives and transitioning enterprise environments away from legacy network-centric security models.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering and optimization of the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform including:
  • Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA)
  • Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)
  • Zscaler Identity
• Conduct Proof of Concept (POC) evaluations for new Zero Trust features and enhancements within development environments.
• Design and execute migration strategies from traditional VPN and proxy technologies to identity-based access solutions.
• Drive continuous improvements across Zero Trust platforms including:
  • PAC file optimization
  • SSL inspection enhancements
  • API-driven policy automation
• Provide validated Gold Image configurations and troubleshooting documentation to Operations and NOC teams.
• Collaborate closely with Identity Cloud and Network teams to align Zero Trust policies with authentication and connectivity requirements.
• Support operational readiness and contribute to enterprise-wide security modernization initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience

• Expert-level experience with:
  • Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA)
  • Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
  • Least-privileged access principles
  • Application segmentation and lateral movement prevention
• Hands-on experience integrating Identity Providers such as:
  • Okta
  • Azure AD
• Strong understanding of:
  • SAML
  • SCIM
  • OIDC
• Proven experience with traditional security technologies:
  • Proxy solutions
  • VPN technologies (IPSec / SSL VPN)
• Experience with network security engineering and enterprise access management.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with:
  • Cisco Firepower
  • Cisco ISE
  • Fortigate / Fortimanager
• Familiarity with enterprise load balancers and advanced firewall technologies.
• Python scripting or API automation experience.
• Relevant certifications such as:
  • Zscaler Certified Cloud Professional (ZCCP)