Zscaler & Proofpoint Security Engineer (Hands-on Expert)
Role summary
Seeking a hands-on Zscaler & Proofpoint Security Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise security solutions, focusing on Zero Trust architecture and email security. Responsibilities include configuring Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA), administering Proofpoint platforms (Email Protection, TAP, DLP), and integrating with SIEM/SOAR tools like Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel. The role involves incident response, policy optimization, and providing L3 support. This is a contract position with a hybrid work model in Calgary, requiring 3 days onsite. Experience with cloud security and SASE frameworks is a plus.
Job Title: Zscaler & Proofpoint Security Engineer (Hands-on Expert)
Location:
Calgary, AB (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)
Time Zone:
MST
Duration:
Contract
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled
Zscaler & Proofpoint Security Engineer
with strong hands-on expertise to design, implement, and support enterprise-grade security solutions. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in strengthening Zero Trust architecture and email security posture while ensuring optimal performance and user experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and operate
Zscaler solutions (ZIA, ZPA)
as part of a Zero Trust security architecture, including policy configuration, access control, and traffic inspection.
- Administer and optimize
Proofpoint security platforms
(Email Protection, TAP, DLP, Threat Response) to defend against phishing, malware, BEC, and data exfiltration threats.
- Own end-to-end onboarding and tuning of users, applications, and policies across both Zscaler and Proofpoint environments, ensuring the right balance between performance, security, and user experience.
- Investigate and respond to security incidents triggered by Zscaler and Proofpoint alerts, performing root cause analysis and remediation in collaboration with SOC teams.
- Integrate Zscaler and Proofpoint with SIEM/SOAR platforms (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel) for centralized monitoring, correlation, and automated response.
- Lead continuous policy reviews and optimization efforts, refining URL filtering, sandboxing, email security rules, and DLP controls based on evolving threat landscapes.
- Support enterprise initiatives such as cloud migrations, remote workforce enablement, and M&A activities by aligning security controls with business needs.
- Provide hands-on troubleshooting and L3 support for complex issues, including traffic flow analysis, email trace investigations, and vendor escalations.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and knowledge transfer materials to support steady-state operations.
- Act as a subject matter expert (SME) and advisor to security leadership, offering recommendations on platform enhancements, risk mitigation, and long-term security roadmap.
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong hands-on experience with
Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA)
and
Proofpoint platforms
- Deep understanding of
Zero Trust architecture
principles
- Experience with
email security, threat protection, and DLP solutions
- Proven expertise in
incident response and security operations
- Experience integrating with
SIEM/SOAR tools
(Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, etc.)
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Nice to Have
- Experience supporting
cloud security initiatives (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Familiarity with
CASB, SSE, and SASE frameworks
- Relevant certifications in
Zscaler, Proofpoint, or Security domains
Additional Information
- Hybrid work model (3 days onsite in Calgary)
- Rate is flexible based on experience
- Immediate or quick joiners preferred