Security Compliance Specialist

Zscaler is looking for a Security Compliance Specialist to join its team. This is a remote role in the US, reporting to the Director, Technology Risk & Compliance in the Exposure Management & Security Operations department.

The role supports federal governance, risk, and compliance activities by coordinating certification and authorization efforts, executing assessments with independent assessors, and helping drive continuous monitoring across the federal environment. The role enables business growth by supporting the addition of new services into the authorization boundary and contributing to the development of scalable, effective compliance processes.

Key responsibilities:

• Support federal certification and authorization activities by coordinating and executing compliance assessments with independent assessors and internal stakeholders
• Drive continuous monitoring efforts by coordinating and executing remediation efforts and ongoing compliance obligations
• Contribute to the development, refinement, and execution of scalable compliance processes to support business growth

Requirements:

• Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions
• 5+ years of experience coordinating federal assessments, collecting and validating control evidence, and driving remediation of risks at a cloud service provider
• Deep understanding of NIST 800-53 Rev 5, FedRAMP 20X, DoD Cloud Computing SRG, CNSSI 1253, and proficiency with fundamental security concepts and continuous monitoring processes
• Experience evaluating security incidents against established regulatory and contractual criteria
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field

Preferred qualifications:

• Proven ability to leverage AI technologies and workflows to drive measurable operational efficiency
• Familiarity with cloud, SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS environments
• Ability to understand the intent of control objectives across various technologies and exceptionally communicate effectiveness to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Active US Government Secret or Top-Secret security clearance

Benefits:

• Various health plans
• Time off plans for vacation and sick time
• Parental leave options
• Retirement options
• Education reimbursement
• In-office perks, and more!

Salary range: $118,000-$148,000 USD