*This is a 2 year direct contract role under Synapxe

• Plan, execute and deliver the ZTA project on time and within budget
• Track milestones, tasks, and deliverables to ensure the project stays on track
• Identify potential problems, develop mitigation strategies, and addressing issues proactively
• Keep sponsors and other stakeholders informed about project progress and any potential issues
• Maintain project documentations (project plans, progress, decisions and any changes or issues)
• Implement ZTA components
• Implement migration from LAN and VPN-based access to ZTNA, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
• Enforce security policies aligned with industry standards (e.g. NIST, ISO 27001)
• Conduct training campaigns to support the transition
• Monitor adherence and policy effectiveness

Education and Experience:

• \tBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

• \tAt least 6 years of experience in cybersecurity, network security, or infrastructure management

• \tExperience in leading large-scale security transformation programmes

Technical Expertise:

• \tUnderstanding of Zero Trust Architecture principles and frameworks

• \tExperienced in identity management, network segmentation, and secure access models

• \tKnowledge of cloud and hybrid security models (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Functional and Leadership Skills:

• \tStrong project management skills

• \tExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• \tExperience in managing cross-functional teams and resolving complex technical issues

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:

• \tAbility to implement complex security solutions

• \tStrong analytical skills and a strategic mindset to balance security with business needs

• \tExperience in handling high-stakes security incidents and operational challenges

Compliance and Risk Management:

• \tFamiliarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and regulatory requirements.

• \tExperience in developing and enforcing security policies across a large enterprise