Zscaler Cyber Security Engineer - Subject Matter Expert
About the position As the world around us becomes more connected and digital, there are increased opportunities for fraud and disruption due to cybersecurity attacks. The need for companies, products, and services to be secure is more important than ever in this constantly changing landscape. Are you passionate about keeping good people safe from bad actors? We are too! We are HP Cybersecurity, and we are tasked with the security of the HP enterprise. As HP continues our digital transformation, the work of the cybersecurity professional is never complete and is always interesting. Come be a part of making a difference with us! The Zscaler Engineer is responsible for developing and supporting the company’s Zscaler environment. This role involves monitoring the effectiveness of existing controls and identifying opportunities for improvement. The ideal candidate will have subject matter expertise in using Zscaler for data loss prevention, a background in cybersecurity, and understanding of secure network operations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams. This is a full-time, commute to the office is required at least thrice a week following out hybrid model with flexibility, though occasional meetings outside of core working hours may be required.
Responsibilities
- Performs maintenance and support for existing Zscaler tools and develops integrations to enhance workflows and automation with other company technologies.
- Contributes to the continuous improvement of HP’s Data Loss Prevention tools and methods by gathering requirements, proposing solutions, and implementing necessary changes.
- Monitors policies and alerts for effectiveness and investigates potential misconfigurations to minimize false positives.
- Creates and maintains comprehensive documentation for processes and assists in preparing training materials, delivering training and mentoring as needed.
- Collaborates with other teams to ensure smooth hand-offs and foster strong partnerships
- Prepares and presents reports, identifying and communicating key insights and potential risks.
- Monitors industry cybersecurity threats, best practices, regulatory changes, corporate updates, and geopolitical developments that impact security.
- Advises on improvements to data handling procedures and implements strong governance practices.
Requirements
- 8–10 years of experience in configuring, administering, troubleshooting, and using Zscaler technologies for data loss prevention.
- Proven success in implementing automated processes and building integrations with Zscaler and other common technologies, such as ServiceNow and BigID.
- Results-driven with strong analytical skills and the ability to connect the dots for better decision-making.
- Fluent in English, with strong oral and written communication skills.
- Effective team player with the ability to collaborate across various organizational levels and with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong responsiveness, organizational, and time management skills.
- Proactive and creative in identifying and resolving problems.
- Zscaler Administration
- Data Governance
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Data Analysis & Risk Identification
- Process Automation
- Issue Tracking & Troubleshooting
- Cloud Security
- Network Security
- Incident Response
- Effective Communication – Clearly conveys ideas and collaborates across teams.
- Results-Oriented – Focuses on achieving goals and delivering measurable outcomes.
- Learning Agility – Quickly adapts to new challenges and acquires new skills.
- Digital Fluency – Proficient in leveraging digital tools and technologies for efficiency.
Nice-to-haves
- Relevant Zscaler certifications preferred; technical security/networking certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCNA Security) are a plus.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long term/short term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Generous time off policies, including;
- 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
- 11 paid holidays
- Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)
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