Senior Security Engineer (SASE/ZTNA)

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years hands-on experience with enterprise ZTNA solutions (Netskope, Zscaler, Prisma Access).  Experience with Netskope NPA, Real-Time Protection, client deployment and troubleshooting is preferred.  
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline preferred; an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Deep understanding of Zero Trust Network Access and Secure Access Service Edge models applied hands-on rather than at a conceptual level.
• Strong grasp of underlying network fundamentals (TLS/PKI, DNS, routing, TCP/IP) sufficient to troubleshoot below the vendor UI.
• Skilled in identity federation and conditional access policy design across SAML/OIDC/SCIM-based identity providers.
• Proficient in Python, PowerShell, or Bash to automate policy management, reporting, and compliance workflows.
• Working knowledge of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, and CMMC control families as they apply to access control.
• Extensive troubleshooting experience in regard to traffic decryption and certificate trusts
• Strong communication skills to work across identity, network, compliance, and leadership teams in both GCCH and Commercial contexts.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance operational needs, user experience, and security/compliance risk.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship due to access requirements within the GCCH environment.

Preferred

• Experience operating in both FedRAMP High/GCCH and Commercial environments
• Experience with scripting (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) for policy-as-code and automation highly desired.
• Possession of one or more industry-recognized certifications, such as a vendor-specific SASE/ZTNA certification (any major platform), CCNA, CCSP, or CISSP, is preferred but not required.

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of the salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $116,000 to $174,000 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that are not included in the base pay. 

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. When it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Health (Medical & Prescription), Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers (MO & IL), Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive Pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO & Holidays, Parental Leave, Medical Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement, Day of Caring
• Additional Perks: Family Planning Benefits, Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Voluntary Supplemental Accident/Illness/Hospital, Voluntary ID Theft, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

Note: This is not an all-encompassing list and should not be used as a complete description of the plan’s benefits. For more information, see our US Benefits Website

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for all!

If you require accessibility accommodation(s) or adjustment during any stage of the hiring process, please let your WWT Recruiter know. The recruiter will work with you to understand your needs and help ensure an accessible experience throughout the interview process. World Wide Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com.

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World Wide Technology (WWT) strives to make a new world happen. WWT's work benefits clients and partners as much as it does its people and community across the globe.

Founded in 1990, WWT brings together strategy, deep technical expertise and world-class partnerships to help public and private sector organizations design, build and scale intelligent AI, digital, cybersecurity, cloud and infrastructure solutions. Through its Advanced Technology Center (ATC)—a collaborative ecosystem featuring state-of-the-art hardware and software—WWT enables clients and partners to conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology and then deploy solutions at scale using its global integration and distribution capabilities.

With more than 14,000 team members and over 60 locations globally, WWT's culture—grounded in core values and leadership philosophies—has been recognized by Fortune® and Great Place to Work for its commitment to innovation, trust and creating a great place to work for all. WWT provides products and services to large enterprise, global service provider and public sector clients in up to 130 countries across six continents. Softchoice, a World Wide Technology company, supports commercial and SMB markets in the U.S. and Canada.

Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!

What is the Internal WWT IT Team, and why join?   

The Internal WWT IT team is the backbone of our company’s technological infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations and continuous innovation. Our team is dedicated to managing and supporting the company’s technology infrastructure, ensuring the smooth operation of hardware, software, networks, and data systems, while providing top-notch technical support to employees.   

By joining the Internal WWT IT team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency and security of our IT environment, enabling the company to achieve its strategic goals. The Internal IT team offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your contributions will have a direct impact on the company's success. If you are passionate about technology and eager to take on new challenges, we encourage you to apply and join our team. 

The SASE/ZTNA Security Engineer designs, implements, and operates Zero Trust Network Access and Secure Access Service Edge architecture across WWT's GCCH and Commercial environments. This role owns ZTNA policy and identity-driven access architecture.  Including session management, access policy design, and telemetry integration for compliance reporting.

This position requires U.S. citizenship due to access requirements within the GCCH environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and operate ZTNA and SASE architecture, including access policy, session management, and steering/proxy configuration across both GCCH and Commercial environments.
• Own identity-driven access control integration, including conditional access policy design with SAML/OIDC/SCIM-based identity providers.
• Serve as the senior escalation point for complex ZTNA/SASE incidents, conducting root cause analysis and driving resolution.
• Utilize ZTNA/SASE session telemetry to support user access reviews, compliance reporting, and incident investigation.
• Map ZTNA/SASE controls to NIST 800-53 and CMMC control families (e.g., AC-17, AC-4, SC-7) and produce audit-ready evidence for GCCH and Commercial compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs that communicate ZTNA/SASE performance, access risk, and policy health to technical stakeholders.
• Build AI integrations and automations for reporting, routine tasks, and recurring compliance workflows, aligned with the broader security automation strategy.
• Collaborate with identity, network, and compliance teams to align ZTNA/SASE initiatives with business and regulatory needs across both operating environments.
• Evaluate and integrate SASE/ZTNA-adjacent technologies (device posture/EDR signal, SOAR-driven response workflows) with existing platforms.
• Mentor junior engineers on ZTNA/SASE architecture, troubleshooting, and secure access principles.
• Engage with external vendors and partners to evaluate and integrate SASE/ZTNA technologies.
• Maintain documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles for ZTNA/SASE operations and troubleshooting.