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# Zscaler Engineer

- **Company:** Prism, Inc.
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Antivirus, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing Security, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Windows PowerShell, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Web Application Security, Security Information and Event Management, Scripting, Microsoft InTune, Falcon Platform
- **Published:** August 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8387101/zscaler-engineer

## About the Role

5+ years in cybersecurity; 2+ years of hands-on Zscaler administration.
Bachelor's degree in IT/Cybersecurity (or 8+ years of equivalent experience).
Proficiency in Windows/Linux admin, scripting (PowerShell/Python/Bash), and cloud-native security.
Strong background in EDR, DLP, Secure Web Gateways, and SIEM troubleshooting.

REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust (Position of Trust) security clearance, Experience in highly regulated environments.
Familiarity with CrowdStrike, Office 365, and Zero Trust architecture.
Zscaler Certified Administrator, Security+, CySA+, or Microsoft SC-300.

## Description

Platform Management: Deploy and manage Zscaler services (ZIA, ZPA, ZDX), including policy configuration, SAML integrations, and user onboarding.
Security Integration: Align security tools with Microsoft Azure AD, Conditional Access, Intune, and Microsoft Defender.
Technical Operations: Support EDR, DLP, SIEM, and firewalls; perform health checks, upgrades, and migrations.
Automation & Documentation: Automate routine tasks via scripting (PowerShell, Python) and maintain technical SOPs.
Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to advance Zero Trust initiatives.


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