Network architect Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Principal Network Security Architect

Local to Phoenix Highly preferred!

Must have financial experience.

70 / hr onC2C

6+ months.

About the Job :

The Principal Network Security Architect is an individual contributor supporting the architecture of network security technologies, network cyber defense, security engineering tools with Zscaler, threat monitoring and network security management in the organization Cybersecurity Services. This role leads the network cybersecurity architecture, blueprinting, design, technical discussions, among cybersecurity, networking, and infrastructure teams. Deep technical cybersecurity architecture and design with specific focus across multi-cloud and on-prem is required. Prior experience is required with architecting and designing Zscaler products including Zero TRUST, Cyberthreat Protection with ZIA and ZPA, ZTF, DLP, DNS, and GenAI and Prompt Monitoring.

You will be responsible for deep cybersecurity research, cybersecurity blueprint infrastructure standards, architecting cybersecurity automation ideas and automation packs, innovating, developing, and managing groundbreaking architecture designs with Zscaler capabilities to secure the network on-prem, SaaS, and IaaS infrastructures. You have in-depth experience in managing and architecting network security with prior experience in Zscaler products to build, secure, and monitor the infrastructure and the eco systems both on-prem and in cloud. This role requires deep expertise in the architecture of cybersecurity and network infrastructure.

What You'll Get to Do :

• Design, implement, and optimize Zscaler cloud security solutions (e.g., Zscaler Internet Access, Zscaler Private Access, Zscaler Cloud Security Posture Management) to ensure seamless security across all cloud and on-premises environments.
• Stay updated with the latest Zscaler features, best practices, and security threats to continuously architect and enhance the organization's security posture.
• Design and architect documentation of network security, security infrastructure, cloud security stack, and on-prem security refreshes.
• Architect, develop, enforce, and maintain network security architectures, standards, and procedures to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of data.
• Collaborate with network teams to design and implement secure network segmentation, access controls, and other security measures.
• Maintain close ties with various stakeholders, developers, and engineers across the company, ensuring the services we create meet their needs as products evolve.
• Architect, design, and document blueprints with Zscaler and other security tools for threat detection, analysis, and response.
• Participate in incident response activities, providing expert analysis and mitigation strategies for security incidents.
• Ensure all network security configurations and practices comply with relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, NYSDFS, FFIEC, GDPR).
• Collaborate with the compliance team to conduct regular security audits and risk assessments.
• Provide technical training and support to junior engineers and other stakeholders on Zscaler solutions and network security best practices.
• Contribute to the development of the Information Security team's strategic plans and roadmaps.
• Engage in ongoing learning to stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and methodologies in network security and Zscaler solutions.
• Identify areas for process improvement and propose innovative solutions to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Architect and Design SOAR & Automation : Identify and implement automation of repetitive tasks. Security Orchestration, Automation and Response.
• Architect changes to Zscaler network security upgrades, troubleshooting, and deployment for both on-prem and in the cloud.
• Communicate extensively with Data Protection Product and engineering teams across the organization.
• Engineer, build, and maintain infrastructure to meet the organization's requirements and ensure high availability.
• Drive complex technical initiatives and workshops to fully delivery leveraging knowledge of Cyber security practices, security architecture, and best practices.

What You'll Bring with You :