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Introduction to Zscaler Training

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A beginner-friendly course that introduces the core concepts, architecture, and functionalities of Zscaler’s cloud security platform, including Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA).

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What is Introduction to Zscaler Training about?

  • Understand Zscaler architecture, components, and cloud security model.
  • Learn key concepts of ZIA and ZPA with real-world security use cases.
  • Explore policy creation, user authentication, and traffic forwarding methods.
  • Identify how Zscaler enhances security posture and reduces network complexity.
  • Get familiar with Zscaler dashboards, logs, and basic administration tasks.

What are the objectives of Introduction to Zscaler Training ?

  • Network and Security Engineers
  • IT Administrators & Infrastructure Teams
  • Cloud and Cybersecurity Professionals
  • SOC and NOC Analysts
  • Students and beginners exploring cloud security technologies

Who is Introduction to Zscaler Training for?

  • Network and Security Engineers
  • IT Administrators & Infrastructure Teams
  • Cloud and Cybersecurity Professionals
  • SOC and NOC Analysts
  • Students and beginners exploring cloud security technologies

What are the prerequisites for Introduction to Zscaler Training?

Prerequisites:

  • Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, routing)
  • Familiarity with firewalls or security tools (preferred)
  • Awareness of cloud technologies (optional but helpful)
  • General IT administration knowledge
  • No prior Zscaler experience required

Learning Path:

  • Introduction to Cloud Security & Zero Trust Fundamentals
  • Understanding Zscaler Architecture (ZIA & ZPA)
  • Traffic Forwarding Methods (PAC, Zscaler Client Connector, GRE/IPsec)
  • Policy, Access Control, and Logging Basics
  • Initial Zscaler Administration & Platform Operations

Related Courses:

  • Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) Administrator
  • Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) Administrator
  • Zero Trust Security Fundamentals
  • Cloud Network Security Essentials

Available Training Modes

Live Online Training

3 Days

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  • What is Zscaler?
  • Key Features of Zscaler Platforms (ZIA, ZPA, ZDX)
  • Zero Trust Overview
  • Cloud Security Fundamentals
  • Benefits of Zscaler Architecture
  • Zscaler Cloud Infrastructure Components
  • ZEN (Zscaler Enforcement Node) Architecture
  • Traffic Flow & Routing
  • Multi-Tenant Cloud Design
  • Scalability & Global Data Centers
  • Zero Trust Security Principles
  • Data Protection & Encryption Standards
  • Privacy Controls in Zscaler
  • Threat Prevention & Inspection Methods
  • Logging, Monitoring & Compliance
  • Designing Efficient Traffic Forwarding
  • Selecting the Right Deployment Mode
  • Applying Least-Privilege Access
  • Optimizing Bandwidth & Latency
  • Governance & Policy Management Framework
  • SSL/TLS Inspection Overview
  • Certificate Deployment Steps
  • Configuring Root CA in Endpoints
  • Handling SSL Bypass Rules
  • Testing & Validating Encryption Policies
  • What Are Zscaler App Connectors
  • Connector Installation Requirements
  • High Availability (HA) Deployment
  • Network & Firewall Prerequisites
  • Monitoring Connector Status
  • Overview of Identity Federation
  • Configuring Okta as IdP
  • SAML Integration Steps
  • User/Group Mapping
  • Testing and Troubleshooting Authentication
  • Azure AD Overview for Zscaler Integration
  • SAML Configuration
  • SCIM Provisioning Setup
  • MFA & Conditional Access Integration
  • Connectivity and Sync Troubleshooting
  • Enabling Admin SSO
  • Configuring SAML for Admin Login
  • Mapping Admin Roles & Permissions
  • Enforcing MFA for Administrators
  • Admin Access Troubleshooting
  • Custom Proxy & Forwarding Settings
  • Advanced Policy Controls
  • API Integrations & Automation
  • Log Streaming & SIEM Integration
  • Performance Optimization Settings
  • Overview of ZPA Browser Access
  • Browser Access Architecture
  • Configuring Application Segments
  • Policy Creation for Browser Access
  • Testing & Monitoring Application Access
  • Connectivity & Traffic Flow Debugging
  • Authentication & SSO Issues
  • Connector & App Issues
  • Log Analysis & Diagnostics
  • Common Errors & Best-Fix Methods

Who is the instructor for this training?

The trainer for this Introduction to Zscaler Training has extensive experience in this domain, including years of experience training & mentoring professionals.

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