**Overview**
**Job** **Title:** Zscaler Implementation Engineer - (Contractor/Consultant)
**Location:** Remote / USA
**Type:** Independent Contract (Contractor / Non-Employee)
**Start** **Date:** ASAP
**Pay Rate:** $75/hr - $85/hr 1099 or corp to corp
**Travel:** None
We are seeking a **Zscaler Implementation Engineer** to build, configure, and deploy Zscaler security solutions-including Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)-within enterprise environments. The successful candidate will lead technical implementation, integration, and support activities, ensuring secure connectivity and optimal performance of network security solutions.
**Responsibilities**
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Deploy, configure, and maintain Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) solutions within customer and organizational networks.
+ Build and update Zscaler environments to support secure internet and private access, and perform system upgrades and enhancements as required.
+ Integrate Zscaler products with identity providers (SAML, SCIM, Active Directory), existing network infrastructure, cloud services, and third-party applications.
+ Develop and implement security policies, including DLP, CASB, bandwidth management, advanced threat protection, and access controls.
+ Troubleshoot complex network, authentication, and connectivity problems, including HTTP/HTTPS, SSL inspection, DNS, VPN, and firewall-related issues.
+ Use network diagnostic and packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark) to resolve technical issues at the protocol and system levels.
+ Provide technical support and serve as an escalation point for advanced issues encountered during Zscaler deployment and operation.
+ Collaborate with IT, security, and application teams to ensure seamless implementation and integration into business processes.
+ Document technical solutions, including configuration guides, deployment procedures, network diagrams, runbooks, and troubleshooting steps.
+ Stay current with Zscaler product updates and industry best practices for cloud-based security implementations.
**Qualifications**
**Required Skills and Qualifications**
+ Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience implementing and managing Zscaler security solutions (ZIA and ZPA).
+ Solid understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP), OSI layers, VPN technologies, policy-based access controls, and cloud security concepts (SASE, Zero Trust).
+ Experience integrating Zscaler with identity management and cloud/SaaS platforms.
+ Proficiency with network troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark and packet analyzers.
+ Experience with scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell) is preferred.
+ Ability to write clear and detailed technical documentation and network diagrams.
+ Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
+ Zscaler certifications (e.g., Zscaler Certified Professional), or industry certifications (CISSP, CCNP Security) are preferred but not required.
**Pay Range**
USD $75.00 - USD $85.00 /Hr.
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**Location** _US-_
**ID** _2026-3464_
**Category** _Information Technology_
**Position Type** _Independent Contractor_
**Remote** _Yes_
**Clearance Required** _None_