Zero Trust Solutions Architect
Posted 1 week ago by Chapter 2
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Zero Trust Solution Architect / Zscaler Engineer involves leading the migration and optimization of Zscaler ZIA and ZPA deployments within a large-scale enterprise environment. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance security and compliance while driving automation and best practices. The contract is for 3-6 months and is remote, based in the United Kingdom. The architect will also be responsible for delivering documentation and training to internal teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead Zscaler expertise for a major migration and optimisation project
- Assess & improve ZIA and ZPA configurations, policies, and traffic flows
- Automate ZPA App Connector deployment, configuration, and monitoring
- Design and implement scalable Zero Trust solutions aligned with best practices
- Collaborate with security and infrastructure teams to meet compliance requirements
- Deliver clear documentation, runbooks, and knowledge transfer sessions
- Report weekly to senior leadership on progress, risks, and opportunities
Key Skills:
- Strong background in Zscaler ZIA and ZPA (hands-on engineering + architecture)
- Proven experience in Zero Trust security design and implementation
- Ability to automate deployments and streamline operational processes
- Confident communicator with experience managing senior stakeholders
- Knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI/CDE) a strong plus
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Zero Trust Solution Architect / Zscaler Engineer Day Rate Contract 3-6 months Remote (United Kingdom based) We’re looking for a highly skilled Zero Trust Solution Architect / Engineer with proven expertise in Zscaler ZIA and ZPA to join our client on an exciting 3–6 month contract (with potential extension). This is a fantastic opportunity to make a global impact by driving best practices, automation, and optimisation across a large-scale, enterprise-wide Zscaler environment.
The Role As the lead Zscaler SME , you’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening and optimising our global Zero Trust security posture . You’ll assess, redesign, and implement improvements to Zscaler ZIA/ZPA deployments , ensuring scalability, compliance (including PCI/CDE), and operational excellence. You’ll partner with cross-functional stakeholders – SecOps, CISO & EUC teams to deliver practical solutions that enhance security, performance, and automation across the organisation.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead Zscaler expertise for a major migration and optimisation project
- Assess & improve ZIA and ZPA configurations, policies, and traffic flows
- Automate ZPA App Connector deployment, configuration, and monitoring
- Design and implement scalable Zero Trust solutions aligned with best practices
- Collaborate with security and infrastructure teams to meet compliance requirements
- Deliver clear documentation, runbooks, and knowledge transfer sessions
- Report weekly to senior leadership on progress, risks, and opportunities
Key Deliverables
- Full assessment of current Zscaler ZIA/ZPA deployment
- Optimisation and automation plans with phased improvements
- Runbooks, test plans, and rollback strategies
- UAT, change management, and successful go-live support
- Training and handover to internal teams
What We’re Looking For
- Strong background in Zscaler ZIA and ZPA (hands-on engineering + architecture)
- Proven experience in Zero Trust security design and implementation
- Ability to automate deployments and streamline operational processes
- Confident communicator with experience managing senior stakeholders
- Knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI/CDE) a strong plus