What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Security Architect (Zscaler) position at Trident Consulting?
Trident Consulting is seeking a "Network Security Architect (Zscaler)" for one of our clients. A global leader in business and technology services.
Role : Network Security Architect (Zscaler)
Location : St. Louis, MO
Pay rate : $60/hr W2
Type: Contract(W2)
Certifications Required
Relevant certifications (e.g., Zscaler Certified Professional, CCNP Security) are highly desirable.
Top 3 skills required for this role
1. Zscaler Internet Access, Zscaler Private Access, Zscalar
2. Zero Trust security, Network Configuration, Zscaler Web Security
3. Proxy Implemenation(1), Identity Aware Proxy (IAP)(1), Reverse Proxy Tools(1)
Job Summary
The Network Security Architect acts as the SME for all Zscaler services, focusing on zero-trust design, especially Zscaler Private Access. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network architectures with strong access controls and integration with enterprise systems. The architect works with IT and security teams to set requirements, resolve incidents, lead root cause analysis, and recommend preventive actions.
Responsibilities
• The Network Security Architect will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on all Zscaler services, with a special emphasis on zero-trust design and architectures, particularly Zscaler Private Access. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network architectures that align with zero-trust principles, ensuring robust access controls and seamless integration with enterprise systems. The architect will collaborate closely with IT and security teams to define security requirements, resolve complex incidents, and lead root cause analysis, while also recommending and implementing preventive measures.
Years of Experience:
15.00 Years of Experience
About Trident Consulting
Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.
We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale.
Salary : $60