Principal Vulnerability Management Engineer

Zscaler

About Zscaler Zscaler accelerates digital transformation to ensure our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. As an AI-forward enterprise, we are constantly pushing the envelope, leveraging the world’s largest security data lake to power our cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform. This innovation protects our customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We say, impact over activity. We seek innovators who actively use AI to amplify their impact and who thrive in an environment where we leverage intelligent systems to stay ahead of evolving threats. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership, and accountability. We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want to be part of the team that’s helping to secure the AI age, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity. Role  We are looking for a Principal DevSecOps Engineer to join our team. This is a hybrid (based in Bangalore) role, reporting to the Director, Software Engineering in the Engineering department. You will join the team that built the world’s largest cloud security platform from the ground up. You will bring your vision and passion to help enable organizations worldwide to harness speed and agility with a cloud-first strategy, driving the long-term vision for security integration across our global footprint. What you’ll do (Role Expectations) * Define and evangelize the long-term vision and roadmap for DevSecOps, integrating security seamlessly into CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and cloud operations * Drive continuous process improvement across the SDLC and DevSecOps landscape to optimize delivery time, code quality, and security * Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, tracking initiative effectiveness via key metrics and KPIs for leadership reporting * Lead the implementation of continuous vulnerability assessment and penetration testing programs with organization-wide impact * Implement security objectives across DevSecOps utilizing NIST, OWASP, and DSOMM to define requirements and drive maturity Who You Are (Success Profile) * You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful * You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution * You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact * You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust * You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications) * Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field with 10+ years of experience managing AWS, GCP, or Private Cloud environments * Proven experience with AI guardrails and Responsible AI practices, including safety controls, evaluation/monitoring, and governance-aware implementation * Strong experience with secrets management solutions such as HashiCorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, Azure Key Vault, or Kubernetes Secrets * Robust application development and automation experience with an OOPS language such as C, C++, Java, Python, or Go, and skilled in managing full DevOps stacks including Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, Git, and various CI/CD tools What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications) * Advanced experience implementing secure MLOps pipelines, AI-driven vulnerability remediation, or LLM security controls within enterprise DevSecOps frameworks * Proficiency with YAML pipeline development and familiarity with build tools like Maven, Gradle, npm, and makefiles * Practical experience with Networking, Load Balancers, Firewalls, and Web Security, combined with experience leading enterprise transformation initiatives within the DevSecOps landscape focusing on program management, change management, and roadmap alignment #LI-HYBRID  #LI-SK3 At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including: * Various health plans * Time off plans for vacation and sick time * Parental leave options * Retirement options * Education reimbursement * In-office perks, and more! Learn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here. By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines. Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link. Pay Transparency Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

Okta

Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence. This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk. ABOUT OKTA At Okta, our mission is to enable any organization to use any technology, making the world a more secure and connected place. We are the leading independent provider of identity for the enterprise. We work with an incredible array of customers, from the largest enterprises to the most innovative startups, to help them securely connect their people to technology. As we enter a new phase of growth, our AI and data capabilities will be a critical pillar of our success, powering secure and scalable products that serve both our customers and employees. THE OPPORTUNITY Okta is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to be the technical visionary for our internal data platform that supports our internal AI use cases with AI ready data. Reporting to the Sr Manager of Enterprise Data Platform, this role is responsible for turning the data product vision into a secure, scalable, and elegant technical reality. You will own the "how"—the technical strategy, implementation, and scalability that brings our AI and data product roadmap to life. This role requires a technical leader who can balance today’s execution with building a durable foundation for the future. You will own the technical standards for engineering excellence, security, and governance, ensuring our core data platform is trusted and ready to power the next generation of AI-powered products and decision-making at Okta. WHAT YOU’LL DO * Own the technical strategy and implementation for the company's AI data platform, translating product requirements into a concrete technical vision centered on Snowflake, AWS, dbt. * Design and implement a robust security and governance framework as a core pillar of the platform, ensuring our high-compliance, high-security standards are met. * Build automated solutions for data classification, access control, and vulnerability management (Nessus/Qualys), ensuring data is secure and trusted for AI consumption. * Implement and manage the strategy for infrastructure as code (Terraform) and CI/CD (GitHub/GitLab) to ensure secure, reproducible, and auditable deployments. * Set the bar for engineering excellence, driving best practices in code quality, system design, and operational readiness. * Serve as an engineering partner to the Principal Product Manager, providing technical feasibility, scoping, and architectural guidance. * Communicate technical vision, strategy, and trade-offs clearly to senior leadership and cross-functional teams. * Collaborate with the AI, security, and analytics teams to ensure the data platform meets the complex needs of the entire business. WHAT YOU BRING * Experience: 10+ years of data engineering experience, with at least 5 years focused on architecting data platforms for data products, analytics, and/or AI-driven products. Experience with high-compliance/high-security regulated environments is a plus. * Technical Authority: Deep and recognized mastery of data platforms and architecture, including cloud applications like Snowflake, Databricks, and AWS. Expert-level understanding of data pipeline and orchestration tools like dbt, Airflow, Fivetran, and Terraform. * Security & Governance DNA: Deep expertise in designing and implementing technical frameworks for data governance, access control, and security within a modern data stack. * Cross-Functional Partnership: A proven track record of partnering successfully with product management and business leaders to translate vision into high-impact technical solutions. * Balance of Today vs. Tomorrow: Ability to deliver immediate, high-quality engineering solutions while building a scalable and maintainable foundation for future innovation. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE * A secure, scalable, and elegantly designed AI data platform that serves as the trusted data foundation for the company. * Robust, automated data governance and security frameworks embedded into the platform's core architecture. * A well-architected and cost-optimized tech stack that accelerates development and reduces operational friction. * Elevated technical capabilities and engineering excellence across the team, driven by your mentorship and leadership.   #LI_Hybrid  P24713_3369501 The Okta Experience * Supporting Your Well-Being  * Driving Social Impact  * Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community We are intentional about connection. Our global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, is united by a drive to innovate. Your journey begins with an immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one. Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding please use this Form to request an accommodation. Notice for New York City Applicants & Employees: Okta may use Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT), as defined by New York City Local Law 144, that use artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other automated processes to assist in our recruitment and hiring process. In accordance with NYC Local Law 144, if you are an applicant or employee residing in New York City, please click here to view our full NYC AEDT Notice.

Zscaler

About Zscaler Zscaler accelerates digital transformation to ensure our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. As an AI-forward enterprise, we are constantly pushing the envelope, leveraging the world’s largest security data lake to power our cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform. This innovation protects our customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We say, impact over activity. We seek innovators who actively use AI to amplify their impact and who thrive in an environment where we leverage intelligent systems to stay ahead of evolving threats. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership, and accountability. We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want to be part of the team that’s helping to secure the AI age, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity. Role  We are looking for a Principal - Integration Engineer (Security Platform and Data Pipelines) to join our Technical Implementation and Integration team. This is a remote role based in the US, reporting to the Senior Director, Engineering.  You will be responsible for connecting and onboarding diverse cybersecurity data sources, mapping and normalizing security data to power exposure and threat management use cases, and customizing workflows to deliver measurable outcomes. This role requires technical depth, comfort with complex datasets, and the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. What you’ll do (Role Expectations) * Master the Zscaler SecOps platform and partner cross-functionally with Sales, Product, and Services to translate customer requirements into actionable integration plans. * Onboard and map diverse cybersecurity and IT data sources in collaboration with subject matter experts (SMEs) to align directly with customer use cases. * Own data quality and pipeline integrity by auditing environments, proactively troubleshooting issues, identifying security gaps, and defining clear remediation steps for customers. * Leverage Python, APIs, and AI coding agents (such as Claude Code or Gemini CLI) to efficiently configure, customize, and automate data transformations and platform workflows. * Communicate technical findings to stakeholders and deliver field-based insights to the Engineering team to drive continuous product improvements. Who You Are (Success Profile) * You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful. * You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution. * You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact. * You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust. * You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose. What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications) * Strong engineering background combined with a broad understanding of cybersecurity concepts, specifically vulnerability, exposure, and threat management. * Hands-on experience managing cybersecurity data pipelines (such as SIEM or Vulnerability Management platforms), including ingestion, mapping, deduplication, normalization, and unification. * Proven track record integrating security tools and data sources, including EDR, VM scanners, CNAPP/CSPM, ticketing/CMDB, identity, and cloud logs. * Proficiency in Python and SQL for data analysis, modeling, parsing, transformations, API interaction, automation, and end-to-end troubleshooting. * Foundational knowledge of AI/ML technologies with experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize functional outcomes. What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications) * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience * Excellent problem-solving abilities and a high level of attention to detail * Direct experience working with data transformation pipelines #LI-CM3 #LI-Remote Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits. Base Pay Range $185,500—$265,000 USD At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including: * Various health plans * Time off plans for vacation and sick time * Parental leave options * Retirement options * Education reimbursement * In-office perks, and more! Learn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here. By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines. Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link. Pay Transparency Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.