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Zero Trust Security Engineer

Vienna, VA · On-site

Translate Zero Trust analysis outputs into formal firewall and security rule requests. * Submit detailed implementation requests to firewall teams, including: * Source identities (users, groups ...

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Quantum Sky

Zero Trust Network Engineer

$155K - $160K/yr

Description Quantum Sky is searching for a forward-thinking and self-motivated Zero Trust Network Engineer to focus on the deployment and configuration of a government client's Zero Trust Broker ...

System One

Zero Trust Security Engineer

Vienna, VA · Remote

Zero Trust Security Engineer Location: Vienna, VA Type: Contract Compensation: 65-75/hr W2 Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote Responsibilities * Translate Zero Trust analysis outputs into formal ...

System One

Zero Trust Security Engineer

Vienna, VA · Remote

Zero Trust Security Engineer Location: Vienna, VA Type: Contract Compensation: 65-75/hr W2 Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote Responsibilities * Translate Zero Trust analysis outputs into formal ...

Quantum Sky

Zero Trust Network Engineer

$155K - $160K/yr

Description Quantum Sky is searching for a forward-thinking and self-motivated Zero Trust Network Engineer to focus on the deployment and configuration of a government client's Zero Trust Broker ...

System One

Zero Trust Security Engineer

Vienna, VA · On-site

Zero Trust Security Engineer Location: Vienna, VA Type: Contract Compensation: 65-75/hr W2 Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote Responsibilities • Translate Zero Trust analysis outputs into ...

Cedelis

Zero Trust Senior Technical Expert Location: Tysons Corner, VA (Onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time Company Overview Cedelis is a cybersecurity and technology services firm that partners with federal ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for zero trust in the United States is $124,835.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $158,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Zero Trust job typically involves designing, implementing, and maintaining security frameworks based on the Zero Trust security model. This means continuously verifying identities, enforcing least privilege access, and monitoring network activity to prevent unauthorized access. Professionals in these roles work with identity and access management (IAM), network segmentation, and endpoint security. They may also develop policies, deploy security tools, and collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with Zero Trust principles.

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To thrive in a Zero Trust role, you need a robust understanding of cybersecurity principles, network architecture, identity and access management, and risk assessment, often supported by degrees in computer science or related fields. Experience with Zero Trust frameworks, familiarity with tools like Okta, Zscaler, or Microsoft Azure, and certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+ are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, clear communication, and collaboration are vital soft skills for engaging stakeholders and implementing security policies. These competencies are crucial for effectively designing, deploying, and managing security strategies that minimize organizational risk in today’s complex IT environments.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Zero Trust professional?

Zero Trust professionals are responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring security frameworks that enforce least-privilege access and continuous authentication across organizational networks. On a daily basis, they review user access privileges, analyze potential threats, troubleshoot security incidents, and coordinate with IT, compliance, and business teams to ensure consistent policy enforcement. The role often involves deploying and configuring security tools, maintaining documentation, and staying updated on the latest threats and best practices. Collaboration and clear communication with other stakeholders are essential, as Zero Trust strategies typically impact multiple departments and require ongoing education and support. This multifaceted role offers strong learning and growth opportunities as organizations increasingly prioritize robust cybersecurity defenses.

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Zero Trust Security Engineer

Vienna, VA • On-site

247Hire
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 201 - 500 employees
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Responsibilities

  • Rule Implementation & Coordination

    • Translate Zero Trust analysis outputs into formal firewall and security rule requests.

    • Submit detailed implementation requests to firewall teams, including:

      • Source identities (users, groups, roles)

      • Destination applications, addresses, and services

      • Required ports, protocols, and application IDs



    • Ensure requests meet firewall team standards and contain all required technical details.



  • Cross Team Execution

    • Act as the primary liaison between Zero Trust, IAM, firewall engineering, and application teams.

    • Track firewall requests from submission through completion.

    • Resolve implementation questions, clarifications, or discrepancies with firewall engineers.



  • Validation & Verification

    • Validate that implemented firewall rules exactly match approved Zero Trust requirements.

    • Perform post implementation testing to confirm:

      • Authorized access works as expected

      • Unauthorized access is blocked



    • Identify and remediate misconfigurations, partial implementations, or policy drift.



  • Audit & Lifecycle Management

    • Ensure all implemented rules are properly tagged, documented, and traceable to application and Zero Trust requirements.

    • Maintain implementation records for audit, compliance, and reporting.

    • Support ongoing refinement of Zero Trust rules as application access requirements evolve.




Required Qualifications

  • Hands on experience working with enterprise firewalls (Palo Alto preferred).

  • Strong understanding of user-based and application aware firewall policies.

  • Experience submitting and managing firewall rule requests in enterprise environments.

  • Ability to validate security rule implementations and troubleshoot access issues.

  • Strong coordination and communication skills across technical teams.


Preferred Skills

  • Experience implementing Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions.

  • Familiarity with IAM, Entra ID groups, AD groups, and RBAC models.

  • Experience integrating firewall rules with application onboarding frameworks.

  • Knowledge of audit, compliance, and security reporting requirements.

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