Gunnison Consulting Group Inc
Project Manager - Zscaler Implementation
Gunnison Consulting Group Inc, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Work Location:
Hybrid/Washington, DC.
We are seeking a motivated and customer-oriented cybersecurity professional to support our Department of State client. The candidate will support Zscaler implementation and transition from on-prem to hybrid model.
Duties and responsibilities include:
Lead the Zscaler project:
Plan, execute, and oversee the deployment of Zscaler within a government environment, facilitating the transition from on-premises to a hybrid cloud security model.
Baseline performance:
Establish and track performance metrics for target pilot locations to provide a benchmark for comparison and evaluation against Zscaler's capabilities.
Zscaler implementation:
Collaborate with technical and development teams to establish and configure a fully functional Zscaler tenant, ensuring compliance with government security standards.
Deployment management:
Oversee the deployment of PSEs to regional locations and Zscaler App connector servers to DMZ and regional sites as needed, ensuring optimal security configuration.
Performance testing:
Design and execute performance tests at the pilot locations to assess the efficacy of the Zscaler implementation.
Reporting and recommendations
Analyze test results, compliance data, and project progress. Prepare and issue detailed reports, providing actionable recommendations to government stakeholders for expanding Zscaler adoption.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field OR equivalent experience demonstrating expertise in cloud security, cloud-based security broker (CSB) technologies, and project management.
In-depth knowledge of Zscaler technologies (ZIA, ZPA, etc.), cloud security architecture, and Zero Trust principles (aligned with NIST 800-207).
Must be an effective communicator (oral and written), with strong presentation skills.
Have the ability to work professionally and collaboratively with software development teams, vendors, government stakeholders, and diverse groups.
Have well-developed time management, schedule coordination, and project management skills. Demonstrated ability to track and manage project budgets is essential.
Minimum of 3+ years of experience in project management, technical implementation, or consulting roles with a demonstrated focus on Zscaler and cloud-based security solutions.
Experience working with secure software development practices, SecDevOps principles, and government compliance requirements (ideally FISMA, FedRAMP, etc.).
Ability to analyze, evaluate, and provide recommendations on network and security architectures in the context of Zscaler deployment and adherence to government regulations.
Certifications :
Relevant Zscaler or cloud security certifications preferred.
Clearance
Requirement : Active Secret clearance.
Why Join Gunnison?
Gunnison takes on ambitious projects. We target fun, challenging work that requires creative thinking and innovation.
Quality is our top priority.
Gunnison employee benefits meet or exceed what other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area offer.
There is a great sense of camaraderie at Gunnison. This is an atmosphere we will maintain as we continue to grow.
We are growing rapidly and the opportunity for individual professional growth with Gunnison is outstanding.
We hire for careers at Gunnison, not to fill a position.
Employee Benefits
Gunnison employee benefits meet or beat other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, including:
Bonuses AND profit-sharing
401k Matching
Certifications and training allowance $2,500/year
3 weeks of personal leave your first year (160 hours can roll over every year)
5 days of Flex-Time-Off per year
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Must be eligible for employment in the United States. We are unable to sponsor candidates at this time.
In 1994 Gunnison Consulting Group began serving the greater Washington, D.C. metro area, focused on tackling our customers' most ambitious technology projects.
By creating a culture dedicated to enabling our customers and employees to achieve more than they ever thought they could
, the company has thrived for over 25 years.
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Hybrid/Washington, DC.
We are seeking a motivated and customer-oriented cybersecurity professional to support our Department of State client. The candidate will support Zscaler implementation and transition from on-prem to hybrid model.
Duties and responsibilities include:
Lead the Zscaler project:
Plan, execute, and oversee the deployment of Zscaler within a government environment, facilitating the transition from on-premises to a hybrid cloud security model.
Baseline performance:
Establish and track performance metrics for target pilot locations to provide a benchmark for comparison and evaluation against Zscaler's capabilities.
Zscaler implementation:
Collaborate with technical and development teams to establish and configure a fully functional Zscaler tenant, ensuring compliance with government security standards.
Deployment management:
Oversee the deployment of PSEs to regional locations and Zscaler App connector servers to DMZ and regional sites as needed, ensuring optimal security configuration.
Performance testing:
Design and execute performance tests at the pilot locations to assess the efficacy of the Zscaler implementation.
Reporting and recommendations
Analyze test results, compliance data, and project progress. Prepare and issue detailed reports, providing actionable recommendations to government stakeholders for expanding Zscaler adoption.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field OR equivalent experience demonstrating expertise in cloud security, cloud-based security broker (CSB) technologies, and project management.
In-depth knowledge of Zscaler technologies (ZIA, ZPA, etc.), cloud security architecture, and Zero Trust principles (aligned with NIST 800-207).
Must be an effective communicator (oral and written), with strong presentation skills.
Have the ability to work professionally and collaboratively with software development teams, vendors, government stakeholders, and diverse groups.
Have well-developed time management, schedule coordination, and project management skills. Demonstrated ability to track and manage project budgets is essential.
Minimum of 3+ years of experience in project management, technical implementation, or consulting roles with a demonstrated focus on Zscaler and cloud-based security solutions.
Experience working with secure software development practices, SecDevOps principles, and government compliance requirements (ideally FISMA, FedRAMP, etc.).
Ability to analyze, evaluate, and provide recommendations on network and security architectures in the context of Zscaler deployment and adherence to government regulations.
Certifications :
Relevant Zscaler or cloud security certifications preferred.
Clearance
Requirement : Active Secret clearance.
Why Join Gunnison?
Gunnison takes on ambitious projects. We target fun, challenging work that requires creative thinking and innovation.
Quality is our top priority.
Gunnison employee benefits meet or exceed what other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area offer.
There is a great sense of camaraderie at Gunnison. This is an atmosphere we will maintain as we continue to grow.
We are growing rapidly and the opportunity for individual professional growth with Gunnison is outstanding.
We hire for careers at Gunnison, not to fill a position.
Employee Benefits
Gunnison employee benefits meet or beat other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, including:
Bonuses AND profit-sharing
401k Matching
Certifications and training allowance $2,500/year
3 weeks of personal leave your first year (160 hours can roll over every year)
5 days of Flex-Time-Off per year
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Must be eligible for employment in the United States. We are unable to sponsor candidates at this time.
In 1994 Gunnison Consulting Group began serving the greater Washington, D.C. metro area, focused on tackling our customers' most ambitious technology projects.
By creating a culture dedicated to enabling our customers and employees to achieve more than they ever thought they could
, the company has thrived for over 25 years.
#J-18808-Ljbffr