Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Network Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Network Architecture, Network Engineering, Network Monitoring

Certifications:

None

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

No

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Senior Zscaler Network Engineer (Zscaler and Aruba ClearPass) to join our Enterprise Network Services (ENS) team. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) solutions across our global infrastructure. You will work closely with network, security, and operations teams to ensure secure and seamless connectivity for our users and systems. Experience with the deployment and troubleshooting of Aruba ClearPass manager will be a plus.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

Design, configure, and deploy Zscaler ZIA and ZPA solutionsManage and maintain secure web gateway policies, SSL inspection, URL filtering, and firewall rules within ZscalerIntegrate Zscaler with Identity Providers (IDP) such as Azure AD and OktaTroubleshoot issues related to internet access, ZPA application access, and client connector functionalityCollaborate with cross-functional teams to align Zscaler deployments with enterprise security policies and compliance standards.Collaborate with program teams to design and implement ZPA solutions to replace traditional VPN solutionsUnderstanding of DNS policies using ZPA and how to effectively communicate these polices to program or other network engineers within the organizationMonitor Zscaler services and generate reports on usage, threats, and performance metrics.Document implementation plans, configurations, procedures, and best practices.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education: High school diploma required with 14+ years of related experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field plus 10+ years of work experience in a networking roleExperience: In lieu of degree, 14 + years experience required. Ten (10+) years of work experience with Bachelor'sRequired Skills & Abilities: Hands-on experience with Zscaler ZIA and ZPA design, configuration and troubleshooting.Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, VPN).Experience integrating Zscaler with identity and access management platforms.Familiarity with endpoint client deployment and management (Zscaler Client Connector).Scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) is a plusAn understanding of IP addressing, DHCP and subnet management and deployment to meet site/program/system requirementsUnderstanding of network monitoring tools and operationUnderstanding of Enterprise level network architecture

Preferred skills and abilities: Experience managing Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager solutions for device authentication and wireless authentication for the enterpriseStrong troubleshooting skills for authentication, authorization, and device provisioning issuesFamiliarity with wired and wireless network infrastructure (preferably Aruba/HPE)Location: Remote

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

Full-flex work week401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packagesInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsCutting-edge technology you can learn fromRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $127,254 - $161,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Remote

Work Location:

Any Location / Remote

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee’s date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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