Insider Risk Security Engineer

Zscaler; United States; Remote; USD 134,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work (US)

Competitive salary

Job summary

Zscaler is seeking an Insider Risk Security Engineer for a remote US role within Enterprise Security reporting to the Senior Architect. You will refine playbooks, lead detection engineering, mentor junior analysts, and liaise with Legal and executive stakeholders.

You will conduct investigations using EDR/XDR, UEBA, and SIEM, manage cases end-to-end, and translate patterns into scalable, defensible processes while maintaining ownership and integrity.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and applying AI-driven solutions.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Minimum 6+ years in insider risk, data protection, fraud investigation, or security operations.
• Experience managing and dispositioning alerts within SIEM or SOAR.
• Strong communication skills engaging Legal, business leaders and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Python or JavaScript with automation in investigative workflows.

Responsibilities

• Sharpen insider risk detection by refining rules to reduce noise and surface high-fidelity alerts.
• Conduct endpoint and user investigations using EDR/XDR, UEBA, and SIEM; manage cases end-to-end.
• Develop and iterate insider risk investigation playbooks and scalable processes.
• Serve as a key contact for Legal and executives on active investigations with evidentiary documentation.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

Strong communication

Insider risk

AI/ML understanding

Tools

EDR/XDR

SIEM

SOAR

Job description

1 Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) accelerates digital transformation so customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Distributed across 160+ public exchanges globally and thousands of private exchanges at the edge, the SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange is the world’s largest in-line cloud security platform.

We believe the future of work is Human + AI and are building an AI-native enterprise where human potential is amplified by machine intelligence to solve the world’s hardest security challenges. Driven by deep customer obsession, we are committed to the mission, outcome, and to each other. We bring these commitments to life through three core behaviors: ownership and collaboration, trust through outcomes and impact, and a challenge culture with ongoing feedback. Ready to make an impact at the company pioneering security transformation in the AI era? Join us at Zscaler.

Role

We are looking for an Insider Risk Security Engineer to join our team. This is a Remote (United States) role, reporting to the Senior Architect in the Enterprise Security Dept department. Serving as a senior contributor on the Insider Risk program within Enterprise Security, you will take operational direction from the Insider Risk Team Lead while operating with high ownership to refine playbooks, lead detection engineering, mentor junior analysts, and represent the team with, Legal, and executive stakeholders.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Sharpen the Insider Risk Program’s detection capabilities by refining rules to reduce noise, close coverage gaps, and surface high-fidelity alerts in adequate time
• Perform endpoint and user activity investigations using EDR/XDR, UEBA, and SIEM tools, managing cases end-to-end to create factual timelines
• Drive the development and iteration of insider Risk investigation playbooks, translating case patterns and lessons learned into scalable, defensible processes
• Serve as a key contact for, Legal, business leaders and other stakeholders on active investigations, preparing clear evidentiary case documentation

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You thrive in ambiguity and are comfortable building the path forward in dynamic environments, treating complexity as an opportunity to deliver meaningful solutions.
• You act like an owner with a passion for the mission, navigating seamlessly between strategic thinking and hands-on execution while operating with uncompromised integrity.
• You are a positive force who approaches complex challenges with constructive energy, inspiring teammates to stay focused on shared solutions.
• You operate with urgency, balancing speed and quality to execute relentlessly and achieve high-impact outcomes.
• You are resilient and adaptable, maintaining composure in high-pressure situations and guiding the team through change with a steady, positive approach.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Minimum 6+ years of experience in insider risk, data protection, fraud investigation, or security operations, with a proven track record in senior investigative roles, process ownership, and the design of detection frameworks and playbooks
• Experience managing and dispositioning alerts within a SIEM or SOAR
• Strong communication skills with proven ability to engage cross-functionally with, Legal, business leaders, and other stakeholders while maintaining discretion and sound judgment
• Proficiency in Python or JavaScript with experience applying automation to investigative workflows

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools, with a proven history of integrating new technologies to enhance daily workflows and augment problem-solving
• Hands-on experience with Zscaler s product portfolio (CyberRisk Protection, Data Protection, Zero Trust Networking) in a large-scale enterprise environment
• Experience working with product development teams to implement security use cases
• Relevant certifications (e.g., GCFA, GCFE) or equivalent forensics credentials; familiarity with industry frameworks (CERT, NIST, NSA)

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Base Pay Range

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• Time off plans for vacation and sick time
• Parental leave options
• Retirement options
• Education reimbursement
• In-office perks, and more!

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