Zscaler Security Architect for 6+ months contract - REMOTE

Title: Zscaler Security ArchitectLocation: 100% remoteDuration: 6+ months contractInterviews: MS TeamJob Description:Top Skills:1. Zscaler2. Network Security3. Routing & SwitchingJob 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