Technical Lead

Contractor

Edison, New Jersey

17 Mar 2026

    Akkodis is seeking a Technical Lead for a Contract with a client in Edison, NJ(Hybrid). Candidate must have strong L3‑level expertise in Zscaler and Palo Alto security engineering, a critical qualification for consideration.

    Rate Range: $45/hour to $53/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

    Technical Lead job responsibilities include:

    • Implementing and managing Zscaler security solutions across all modules in production environments.

    • Configuring and troubleshooting Palo Alto firewalls to maintain strong security controls.

    • Engineering and supporting VPN and secure remote‑access platforms such as Zscaler, Palo Alto, and SecureLink.

    • Providing L3/L4 support for complex network and security issues while driving RCA and preventive measures.

    • Coordinating with stakeholders to meet hybrid work delivery needs and ensure seamless operations.

    • Maintaining high standards of incident handling, upgrades, change governance, and policy compliance across security systems.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent technical field.

    • 10+ years in network security engineering.

    • Strong L3‑level hands‑on expertise with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA/ZDX) and Palo Alto firewalls.

    • Proven background managing VPN/remote access technologies and handling incident, change, and RCA processes.

     

    If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Deep.Kumar@akkodisgroup.com.



    Pay Details: $45.00 to $53.00 per hour

    Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

    Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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    • The California Fair Chance Act
    • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
    • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
    • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


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