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United States
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This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer – ZScaler based in the United States.
This role supports and strengthens a broad cybersecurity program across monitoring, vulnerability management, threat detection, and protection technologies.
You will investigate complex security events, analyze logs, and help identify and remediate vulnerabilities before they become business risks.
The position combines hands-on engineering with strategic input into security processes, controls, metrics, and technology improvements.
You will work closely with business owners and security teams to translate cybersecurity practices into practical business protections.
As a technical subject matter expert, you will help analysts resolve escalated issues and contribute to the maturity of security operations.
The environment is fast-paced and continuously evolving, requiring strong adaptability, communication, and cross-functional collaboration.
This is an opportunity to contribute directly to the resilience, compliance, and ongoing improvement of a large-scale cybersecurity environment.
Support the development of cybersecurity strategies, departmental goals, and objectives while contributing to the continued maturity of the security program.
Validate the maturity and effectiveness of security processes by establishing repeatable practices, metrics, and performance measures.
Respond to, investigate, and analyze complex cybersecurity events and incidents.
Analyze and correlate security logs and other information to identify security events, patterns, and potential threats.
Detect, analyze, track, and guide the remediation of complex cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Research emerging threats and implement or lead the implementation of appropriate preventive security controls.
Support, maintain, and enhance security protection and detection technologies across the environment.
Develop and execute improvement plans for cybersecurity technologies and operational capabilities.
Advise business owners on implementing appropriate security controls within organizational programs and initiatives.
Oversee the creation and delivery of security metrics and provide technical analysis to identify performance trends and opportunities for improvement.
Research and recommend new technologies that can strengthen security operations and capabilities.
Act as a subject matter expert and escalation resource for security analysts, providing technical guidance on complex issues.
Create and maintain internal cybersecurity documentation, processes, and technical materials.
Participate in on-call responsibilities as needed to support security operations and incident response.
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
At least 4 years of relevant professional experience in cybersecurity, information security, security engineering, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of HIPAA, NIST, and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks.
Demonstrated experience managing, supporting, and implementing cybersecurity protection and detection technologies.
Hands-on experience with technologies such as endpoint protection, email, web and network firewalls, vulnerability-scanning platforms, and SIEM solutions.
At least 3 years of experience holding a relevant cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or a comparable credential.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to investigate security events, correlate logs, assess vulnerabilities, and identify emerging threats.
Ability to translate technical security requirements into practical controls and recommendations aligned with business objectives.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, and security analysts.
Ability to operate effectively in a rapidly changing environment and manage multiple priorities.
Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment when responding to complex cybersecurity issues.
Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation or provide on-call support when required.
A proactive approach to continuous improvement, security technology evaluation, documentation, and operational maturity.
Full-time employment with a remote work arrangement in the United States.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life and disability insurance options.
Healthcare FSA, dependent care FSA, limited healthcare FSA, transportation and parking FSAs, and HSA options.
Benefits eligibility beginning on day one for qualifying employees.
Paid time off accrued each pay period, with eligible employees able to earn approximately 20–25 days per calendar year depending on position.
9 observed paid holidays.
Paid family leave.
Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale cybersecurity challenges within a healthcare environment.
Exposure to security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, threat intelligence, and protection and detection technologies.
Opportunity to contribute to cybersecurity strategy, technology improvements, security metrics, and program maturity.
