Contract Network Security Engineer - Zscaler - outside IR35

Contract Network Security Engineer - outside IR35 - 6 months  Exalto consulting are currently recruiting for a contract Solutions Engineer, this is initially 6 months outside IR35.  Essential skills for the role: Proven…

Outside IR35 IT
Pay rate £600 – £650/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 4 September 2026

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Contract Network Security Engineer - outside IR35 - 6 months 

Exalto consulting are currently recruiting for a contract Solutions Engineer, this is initially 6 months outside IR35. 

Essential skills for the role:

Proven experience in network security, with a strong understanding of network security fundamentals, encryption technologies, and secure network design principles.
Zscaler Private Access & Internet Access
Proficiency in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting firewalls. Cisco, Palo Alto etc,.
Experience with intrusion detection/prevention systems, as well as with SIEM tools and security incident response.
Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. CERTIFICATIONS: (any of below)
· Cisco Certified Network Professional/Expert in Security
· Zscaler Digital Transformation Administrator
· Zscaler Zero Trust Certified Associate
· Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate or Professional
· Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA)
· Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
· Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA)
· Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
· Certified Network Security Professional (e.g., CISSP, CompTIA Security

If you have the above experience and are looking for a new contract role please send your CV for immediate consideration as my client are looking to hire ASAP 

Contract network security engineer - outside IR35 - 6 months

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