Principal Zero Trust Architect - ZIA/ZPA & Secure Access

Medium; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

A prominent technology consulting firm is seeking a Principal Consultant to lead Zero Trust architecture projects involving Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA). The role emphasizes designing end-to-end solutions, mentoring engineers, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate should possess over 8 years of experience in network security and have strong troubleshooting skills. The compensation ranges from $150,000 to $300,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in network security or Zero Trust architecture.
• Deep expertise in Zscaler (ZIA & ZPA), including policy design.
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals: DNS, TLS, proxy architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of modern Zero Trust architectures.
• Mentor engineers and elevate client technical capabilities.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across TLS, DNS, proxy layers.

Skills

Network Security

Zscaler (ZIA & ZPA)

Zero Trust Architecture

ZTNA and SSE/SASE

DIA-first Architectures

Troubleshooting Skills

Excellent Communication

Job description

A prominent technology consulting firm is seeking a Principal Consultant to lead Zero Trust architecture projects involving Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA). The role emphasizes designing end-to-end solutions, mentoring engineers, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate should possess over 8 years of experience in network security and have strong troubleshooting skills. The compensation ranges from $150,000 to $300,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan.