Zscaler Technical Architect

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in London is seeking a Technical Architect specializing in security solutions. The successful candidate will lead architectural engagements and provide strategic advisory services across SASE and SSE technologies, particularly with Zscaler. This role requires proven experience in security architecture and the ability to work with major enterprise clients to innovate and enhance their security posture. Strong understanding of cloud platforms and existing SC clearance is essential.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) with Zscaler.
• Comfortable working with cloud platforms to design secure architectures.
• Existing SC clearance or eligibility to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance across SASE/SSE, PAM, detection, and data centre security technologies.
• Lead customer engagements, providing advisory services and architecture guidance.
• Define and document high-level solution designs and technical requirements.

Skills

Proven experience leading security architecture engagements at the enterprise level

Expertise in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Secure Service Edge (SSE)

Experience in enterprise Zscaler SSE/SASE projects

Strong understanding of Zscaler architecture and troubleshooting

Broad knowledge across IAM, SSO, MFA, PAM, and IDaaS

Tools

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

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south east london, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.08.2025

Expiry Date:

20.09.2025

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Job Description:

Life on the team
At Computacenter, we support enterprise-scale organisations in securing their digital operations and advancing their security strategies. As part of our Group Professional Services (GPS) division, youll join a network of over 1,000 technology professionals who collaborate across borders to deliver industry-leading solutions.

This role offers the opportunity to shape and deliver cutting-edge security architectures that span Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), identity and access management, cloud security, and data centre protection. As a Technology Architect (Security), you'll work directly with major enterprise customers, playing a strategic role in advisory, design, and technical delivery.

What you'll do

• Provide expert guidance across SASE/SSE, PAM, detection, and data centre security technologies
• Lead customer engagements, providing advisory services, architecture guidance, roadmap planning, and solution governance
• Define and document high-level solution designs, technical requirements, and delivery frameworks
• Act as Technical or Design Authority for enterprise-scale customer programmes
• Engage in strategic customer meetings to translate business needs into technical strategy
• Collaborate with vendors and partners (notably Zscaler) to stay current on product developments and influence future solutions
• Support opportunity qualification and technical costing in pre-sales engagements
• Create and present white papers or thought leadership content around evolving security architectures
• Identify opportunities for new services or propositions alongside Solution Sales teams
• Deliver robust governance and due diligence throughout the solution lifecycle

What you'll need

• Proven experience leading security architecture engagements at the enterprise level
• Expertise in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Secure Service Edge (SSE), especially with Zscaler
• Experience in at least three enterprise Zscaler SSE/SASE projects
• Ability to provide presales advisory, requirements gathering, and high-level solution design
• Strong understanding of Zscaler architecture and troubleshooting
• Broad knowledge across IAM, SSO, MFA, PAM, and IDaaS
• Strong background in core security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and encryption
• Comfortable working with cloud platforms and designing secure architectures across Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
• Ability to lead technical conversations, influence customer decisions, and deliver trusted advisory services
• Existing SC clearance or eligibility to apply

Desirable Skills & Certifications

• Familiarity with industry security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls)
• Cloud security experience across major hyperscalers
• Required Certifications:

Advantageous Certifications

• Palo Alto Certified Network Security Consultant (PCNSC)
• Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)

Additional information

Location: UK wide

Hours: 37.5

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