Understand what’s included in a SecureDynamics-delivered ZIA QuickStart project and how we align with Zscaler best-practice configurations.
🧭 Overview
This article outlines the technical scope and configuration limits for a Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) QuickStart deployment delivered by SecureDynamics. Our engagements are fully remote, hands-on, and designed to be completed within 5 business days.
SecureDynamics is a Zscaler Delivery Services Authorized Partner, and our deployments align closely with Zscaler best-practice policy templates while also providing guidance and flexibility that goes beyond standard Zscaler PS scope.
🛠 Engagement Scope Summary
| Category | SecureDynamics ZIA QuickStart Deployment |
|---|---|
| Product Scope | ZIA only (Zscaler Internet Access) |
| Delivery Model | Remote, hands-on |
| Engagement Duration | 5 business days from kickoff |
| User Rollout | Support for up to 500 users (Pilot + Production) |
| Project Management | ❌ Not included |
| Assigned Consultant | 1 Zscaler-certified engineer |
| Client Connector | Customer is responsible for setup and deployment |
| Customer Responsibility | Provide a target user list for rollout planning |
🔧 Technical Configuration Limits (ZIA Build Phase)
SecureDynamics configures your tenant using Zscaler’s leading practice blueprint. The QuickStart package includes the following default configuration limits:
| Policy Type | Configuration Limit |
|---|---|
| SSL Inspection Rules | Up to 5 rules |
| Cloud App Control Rules | Up to 10 rules |
| URL Control Rules | Up to 10 rules |
| Sandbox Rules | Up to 3 rules |
| File Type Control Rules | Up to 2 rules |
| Cloud Firewall Rules | Up to 10 rules |
| DNS Control Rules | Up to 3 rules |
| IPS Rules | Up to 2 rules |
| Policy Templates | Based on Zscaler’s preconfigured best-practice blueprint |
💡 No need to track rule counts. If your deployment requirements approach or exceed these limits, your assigned engineer will alert you and recommend options for additional support or a scope upgrade.
❌ What’s Not Included
| Not Included | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Support for Other Products (ZPA/ZDX) | ❌ Scope is strictly ZIA only |
| Multiple IdP Setups | Only one Identity Provider configured |
| Custom PAC File Scripting | Not included |
| Client Connector Rollout | You are responsible for packaging and deployment |
| Training & End-User Enablement | ❌ Not part of this engagement |
| Project Management | ❌ No formal PM services included |
| Advanced Dashboard/Reporting | Setup of 1 dashboard/report upon request |
| Mission Critical Audit (ZMCA) | ❌ Not included in this package |
| Log Streaming / NanoLog Service | ❌ Not included |
| Proxy Architecture Design | ❌ Not included |
| SD-WAN Device Configuration | ❌ Not included |
| External Logging Integration (SIEM/SOAR) | ❌ Not included |
| Source IP Anchoring (SIPA) | ❌ Not included |
| Double Encryption / TLS Chaining | ❌ Not included |
📌 Additional Notes
- This is a fixed-scope, use-it-or-lose-it engagement.
- Customer responsiveness is essential to complete within the 5-day window.
- All setup is done using Zscaler’s secure, high-performance architecture.
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🚀 Need a More Flexible Deployment?
If your environment requires:
- Multiple locations or regions
- Advanced authentication setups
- Staged/pilot-based rollout
- Full design documentation or long-term support
…consider upgrading to our Essentials or Advanced deployment packages for a fully guided experience.
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