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Escalation Engineer - AI Security

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Full Time
$120,000 - $180,000*
2 days ago
Worldwide
AI Security & Privacy
Senior
APIs
Log analysis
Cloud Security Services
+5 more

Job Description

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 an experienced Escalation Engineer to join our Customer Success team. This is a hybrid role based in Bangalore, you will report to the Escalation Manager. Our Customer Success Strategy & Operations team uses valuable data and market research to help our customers succeed and drive value. You'll be an integral part of solving challenges faced by our client-facing teams to help make Zscaler more efficient in meeting our customers' needs. What you’ll do (Role Expectations) Own and resolve the highest-severity technical escalations through deep analysis, ensuring fast resolution and managing the on-call rotation for critical issues Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across Zscaler cloud security services, configuration, policy engines, APIs, and AI-assisted capabilities Investigate and resolve scenarios related to the secure use of AI models, governance of AI agents, data protection, and inference security Perform detailed log, telemetry, and packet-level analysis to identify the root cause, reproducing complex defects, providing engineering-ready bug reports, and validating fixes Drive cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Cloud Ops, and Product Management, while also creating advanced troubleshooting documentation and acting as a technical mentor to uplift support capability 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) 4–10 years of deep technical support, cloud support engineering, or escalation engineering experience Strong understanding of AI model security, data governance, AI agent behavior, and safe enterprise deployment principles Proficiency with APIs, JSON, logging frameworks, Linux CLI, debugging tools, and cloud-based distributed systems Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and identity, policy, or proxy-based architectures Ability to reproduce complex issues, correlate across layers (client → edge → cloud), and articulate clear RCAs What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications) Demonstrated experience with Zscaler products (ZIA, ZPA, ZDX) or similar cloud security platforms, including knowledge of enterprise networking, TLS/SSL inspection, and authentication flows Familiarity with LLM-based system behavior, data leakage prevention in AI, and establishing model access policy controls Proficiency in scripting for automation, efficient troubleshooting, and reproducing complex customer environments #LI-RR #LI-Hybrid 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 Future of Work strategy, 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.

Requirements

  • Own and resolve the highest-severity technical escalations
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across Zscaler cloud security services
  • Investigate and resolve scenarios related to the secure use of AI models
  • Perform detailed log, telemetry, and packet-level analysis
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Cloud Ops, and Product Management
  • Create advanced troubleshooting documentation
  • Act as a technical mentor to uplift support capability

Benefits

  • 401k Matching
  • Certification Support
  • Company Retreats
  • Conference Budget
  • Coworking Space
  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

Skills

APIs
Log analysis
Cloud Security Services
Configuration
Policy Engines
AI-assisted Capabilities
Troubleshooting
Telemetry Analysis

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Salary Range (AI-Estimated)*
$120,000 - $180,000
80% confidence
Posted 2 days ago

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