Zscaler ZPA Deployment Engineer

Requirements: Zscaler ZPA Deployment Engineer for an enterprise network modernization and Zero Trust transformation initiative. End-to-end deployment, architecture, configuration, and migration from a legacy VPN environment to Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), combining hands‑on engineering expertise with strong executive communication skills. Lead the end-to-end deployment and production cutover of Zscaler Private Access (ZPA).Design and deploy resilient App Connector architectures, including HA configurations across multi‑site enterprise environments. Lead the migration from legacy VPN solutions such as FortiClient and Cisco AnyConnect to ZPA.Configure application segmentation policies aligned with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) principles. Ensure seamless access to internal file shares, SMB, and mapped drives through ZPA.Integrate ZPA connectors and design access policies with Microsoft Entra ID in hybrid Active Directory environments. Participate in discovery and architecture workshops and present technical design decisions to senior IT leadership and executive stakeholders. At least 3 hands‑on, end-to-end ZPA deployments, covering architecture, design, implementation, and production cutover. Strong technical expertise in App Connector architecture, HA clustering, and multi‑site deployments. Strong understanding of application segmentation and ZTNA frameworks. Proven experience migrating enterprise VPN environments, including FortiClient and Cisco AnyConnect, to ZPA.Hands‑on experience configuring SMB and mapped drive access over ZPA tunnels. Strong experience integrating Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) with hybrid Active Directory environments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong executive presence in high‑visibility environments. Hands‑on experience with Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and integration with existing Zscaler tenants. Experience deploying Zscaler Client Connector through Microsoft Intune or enterprise MDM solutions. Experience delivering network and security migrations within manufacturing or industrial environments. Familiarity with Fortinet firewalls and architecture for migration discovery and planning. A challenging, innovating environment. Opportunities for learning where needed.