Senior Program Manager-Federal

Senior Program Manager-Federal

Serving thousands of enterprise customers around the world including 45% of Fortune 500 companies, Zscaler was founded in 2007 with a mission to make the cloud a safe place to do business and a more enjoyable experience for enterprise users. As the operator of the world's largest security cloud, Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so enterprises can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The pioneering, AI-powered Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform, which is found in our SASE and SSE offerings, protects thousands of enterprise customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Named a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune and others, Zscaler fosters an inclusive and supportive culture that is home to some of the brightest minds in the industry. If you thrive in an environment that is fast-paced and collaborative, and you are passionate about building and innovating for the greater good, come make your next move with Zscaler.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Program Manager-Federal Programs to join our Technology Risk & Compliance team. This role offers flexibility to work remotely within the United States, with a preference for candidates based near our San Jose, CA office who can participate in a hybrid schedule (3 days per week onsite). Reporting to the Director Technology Risk and Compliance, you will be responsible for :

• Orchestrating FedRAMP and DoD authorization, including continuous monitoring and managing project timelines and deliverables (e.g., NIST 800-53 Rev 5, FIPS 140-3, DoD CC SRG V1R1, OMB Mandates)
• Driving the creation, review, and maintenance of critical documentation such as the System Security Plan (SSP), POA&M, data flow diagrams and security policies / procedures
• Serving as the primary contact with stakeholders including engineering, security, business teams, external assessors, federal agencies, and leadership
• Working knowledge and experience with the various cloud computing services (e.g., IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• Coordinating 3PAO assessments, penetration testing, audits, and implementing continuous monitoring programs to ensure ongoing compliance and address security findings

What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

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Base Pay Range $129,500 - $185,000 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.

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