Job Description

Zero Trust Security Architect / Engineer – Zscaler & Cisco | Eindhoven, Netherlands (Onsite)

Location: Eindhoven, Netherlands

Contract Duration: 6 Months

Start Date: ASAP

Work Model: Complete Onsite

Experience Required: 6–8 Years

We are seeking a highly experienced Zero Trust Security Architect / Engineer to lead the design, migration, and delivery of enterprise-scale security transformation initiatives. This role will serve as the highest technical authority within the security program, combining advanced Zero Trust expertise with strong project delivery and automation capabilities.

The successful candidate will drive the transition from traditional perimeter-based security to a modern, identity-centric Zero Trust Architecture using Zscaler and Cisco security technologies.

Key Responsibilities

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  Define and govern the enterprise-wide transition to a Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) using:
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    Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA)
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    Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)
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    Zscaler Identity
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  Lead technical workstreams using both:
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    Agile / Scrum methodologies
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    Waterfall delivery frameworks
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  Architect and oversee migrations from legacy security environments including:
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    Cisco Proxy
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    VPN solutions
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    Traditional firewalls
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  Drive Security as Code initiatives using:
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    Python
  • 
    APIs
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    CI/CD pipelines
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    Terraform
  • 
    Ansible
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  Lead Proof of Concept (POC) initiatives to validate security enhancements and new technologies before production deployment.
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  Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance across Network, Cloud, and Security teams.
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  Ensure migration stability through deep troubleshooting and networking expertise.
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  Support project planning by contributing technical risk assessments, timelines, and resource planning.

Required Skills & Experience

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  Expert-level hands-on experience with:
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    Zscaler ZIA
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    Zscaler ZPA
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    Zscaler Identity
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  Strong expertise in Cisco security technologies including:
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    Cisco Firepower
  • 
    Cisco ISE
  • 
    Cisco WSA
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  Proven experience delivering enterprise security programs using:
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    Agile / Scrum
  • 
    Waterfall methodologies
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  Strong migration experience from traditional hardware-based security to cloud-native Zero Trust models.
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  Advanced scripting and automation experience using:
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    Python
  • 
    Terraform
  • 
    Ansible
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  Strong networking expertise including:
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    BGP
  • 
    OSPF
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    VXLAN
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    Packet-level troubleshooting

Leadership & Soft Skills

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  Ability to own technical projects from architecture through production cutover.
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  Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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  Comfortable operating in both structured and fast-paced delivery environments.
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  Strong communication and technical documentation abilities.