Network Security Engineer – Zscaler / Palo Alto / VPN
Role summary
We are seeking a Network Security Engineer with extensive experience in Zscaler and Palo Alto firewalls, as well as VPN/remote access solutions. The role requires a minimum of 10 years in network security engineering, with a strong emphasis on implementation and operations ownership. Responsibilities include managing and supporting Zscaler across all modules, configuring and troubleshooting firewall security controls, engineering and supporting VPN solutions, and providing L3/L4 support for complex security and network issues. The position is hybrid, requiring 3 days onsite per week in Edison, NJ. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science (or equivalent) and relevant Zscaler certifications are mandatory.
Job Description: Network Security Engineer – Zscaler / Palo Alto / VPN
Location: Edison NJ
Job Type: Hybrid | Must be On-Site 3 days a week
Must Have Skills:
Zscaler L3 Network Security (All modules) – strong hands‑on engineering (ZIA/ZPA/ZDX etc.)
Palo Alto L3 Firewall
VPN / Remote Access L3: Zscaler / Palo Alto / SecureLink
Experience Required:
10+ years in Network Security Engineering with implementation + operations ownership
Proven experience handling incidents/changes, upgrades, policy governance, and RCA
Roles & Responsibilities:
Implement, manage, and support Zscaler solutions across all modules in production
Configure/operate/troubleshoot Firewall security controls (Palo Alto preferred)
Engineer and support VPN / secure remote access (Zscaler/Palo Alto/SecureLink preferred)
Provide L3/L4 support for complex security/network issues; drive RCA and preventive actions
Work closely with stakeholders and support hybrid delivery requirements (3 days onsite)
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Computer Science (or equivalent)
Certifications (Mandatory):
Zscaler certification(s) relevant to network security modules
Palo Alto certification(s) (preferred/required as per demand)
VPN/Network Security certifications – good to have.