Job Title: Network Security – Zscaler Solution Architect

Location: Hamburg, Germany

Employment Type: Contract - Onsite

Experience Required: 8 – 12 years

Contract Duration: Initial 6 months (extendable based on project requirements)

Work Authorization: Valid EU/Germany work permit is mandatory

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Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Network Security Zscaler Solution Architect to support the rollout and implementation of Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) solutions across multiple enterprise rollout sites. The role involves architecture design, deployment, rollout coordination, connector implementation, and transition support to BAU operations.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct discovery workshops and site readiness assessments.
Perform high‑level architecture and design activities for ZPA‑based remote sites.
Configure ZPA portal baseline settings, connector groups, and policy models.
Deploy and enroll App Connectors/App Gateways per rollout plan.
Validate connectivity between users and internal applications.
Support application onboarding using server groups and app segments.
Execute wave‑based rollout planning across 19 rollout sites.
Coordinate rollout readiness tracking and cutover planning.
Validate user experience, connectivity, and operational readiness.
Prepare as‑built documentation, runbooks, KT material, and transition support to BAU/hypercare.
Provide recommendations for future operating model improvements post rollout.

Technical Requirements

Strong hands‑on experience with Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA).
Strong implementation experience with Zscaler Private Access (ZPA).
Experience in enterprise network security architecture design.
Experience integrating Zscaler with Log Receiver / SIEM platforms.
Experience with Zero Trust architecture and VPN replacement strategies.
Experience supporting distributed multi‑site rollout programs.

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

Incident and task management experience.
Experience working in global rollout programs.
Exposure to enterprise migration or transformation programs.

Certifications (Preferred)

Zscaler Digital Transformation Engineer (ZDTE)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (preferred but flexible).

Soft Skills

Stakeholder coordination capability
Documentation and knowledge transfer expertise
Ability to work in cross‑functional international teams

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